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Today’s ruling by the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals is more than a legal decision—it is a moral vindication for hundreds of thousands of our neighbors, friends, and fellow Americans in all but paperwork. I stand with the families protected under Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and I celebrate this moment with them.
Statement from Congressman Jonathan L. Jackson on the Retirement of Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky
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May 5, 2025
I join Leader Hakeem Jeffries and my colleagues across the House in honoring the incredible legacy of Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky, a true champion for the people of Illinois and a fearless advocate for justice, equity, and compassion.
Statement from Congressman Jonathan L. Jackson on the Trump Administration's Elimination of $1 Billion in School Mental Health Grants
Congressman Jonathan L. Jackson (D-IL 01) Commemorates May Day in Chicago
May 1, 2025 – Chicago, IL
Today, we honor “May Day”—International Workers’ Day—a moment of reflection, resistance, and recommitment to the labor movement’s enduring fight for dignity, equity, and justice.
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April 28, 2025
Congressman Jonathan L. Jackson Condemns Trump Administration's Dismantling of Voting Rights Protections
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Jonathan L. Jackson (D-IL) issued the following statement in response to recent actions by the Trump administration that have significantly weakened the enforcement of federal voting rights laws.
Statement from Congressman Jonathan L. Jackson on the Continued Detention of Kilmar Abrego Garcia
April 21, 2025
I am deeply troubled by the continued detention of Kilmar Abrego Garcia in El Salvador, despite a clear directive from the United States Supreme Court to facilitate his return. This is not just an immigration case—it is a test of our democracy, our values, and our Constitution.
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April 15, 2025
Congressman Jonathan L. Jackson Strengthens U.S.-Pakistan Ties During Bipartisan Delegation Visit
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Congressman Jonathan L. Jackson Condemns the "SAVE Act" as a Modern-Day Poll Tax and an Attack on Voting Rights
As a member of the United States Congress and a lifelong advocate for civil rights and social justice, I strongly condemn the recent attempts by the U.S. administration to impose restrictions on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives within European companies. These heavy-handed and misguided actions—threatening legal consequences for European firms that promote workplace inclusion—are not only a diplomatic affront but also an unlawful overreach that undermines global progress toward equality.
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February 27, 2025
Congressman Jonathan L. Jackson Condemns Walgreens Closures in Chicago's Underserved Communities