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January 10, 2025
E-Newsletters

Dear Friend,

This was the first full week of the 119th Congress and I'm as dedicated to standing up for you as ever. Here is some of what I did on your behalf in Washington, D.C. this week.

1. Called for an Arab-led peacekeeping force in Gaza

 

Issues: Holding the White House Accountable Defense and Foreign Affairs Government Transparency

November 15, 2024
E-Newsletters

Dear Friend,

I know that many of you have been navigating a range of emotions over the past few weeks. Whether you've felt moments of excitement or waves of sadness, I want to assure you that my commitment to working on your behalf remains stronger than ever. 

1. Reaffirmed My Commitment to Working for You

 

Issues: Economy and Jobs Defense and Foreign Affairs Health Care Government Transparency

June 3, 2024

Today, U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05) co-founder and co-chair of the Congressional Transparency Caucus, re-introduced the Transparency in Government Act to increase access, accountability, and transparency in every branch of the federal government.


September 12, 2023

Today, U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05), a member of the first Donald Trump impeachment panel, released a statement following Speaker Kevin McCarthy’s announcement of his intention to launch an impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden on allegations founded in conspiracy theories:


March 17, 2023

Today, U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (D-IL), founder of the Congressional Transparency Caucus, re-introduced two bills aimed at lifting the veil from government business and restoring the full trust and faith of the American people in the office of the presidency.


January 27, 2023

Today, U.S. Representatives Mike Quigley (D-IL-05) and Darin LaHood (R-IL-16), members of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, announced that they are exploring and intend to introduce legislation to implement stronger enforcement for mishandling of classified documents.


Good government is best characterized by openness, honesty and integrity. Transparency in government promotes accountability and helps foster public trust. As Justice Brandeis said, “Sunlight is the best of disinfectants.” That’s why I have made government reform, transparency and fiscal responsibility priorities during my time in Congress.

April 7, 2022

Congressmen Mike Quigley (D-IL), Hank Johnson (D-GA), Jerrold Nadler (D-NY), David Cicilline (D-RI), Mondaire Jones (D-NY) and Senators Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) and Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) introduced the Twenty-First Century Courts Act, a robust legislative plan to promote accountability and increase transparency in the federal courts.