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Quigley Defends Trans Youth, Opposes Bill Empowering Bullies and Discrimination

January 15, 2025

U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05), a Vice-Chair of the Congressional Equality Caucus, spoke on the floor in opposition to H.R. 28, Republican legislation designed to harm trans youth. Following a vote on the bill, Quigley released the following statement:

Issues: LGBTQI+ Rights

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Quigley Delivers Floor Speech Urging Justice, Accountability for January 6 Insurrection and Supporting Commemoration of Police Who Defended the Capitol

January 15, 2025

Press Release

We need a clear accounting of what happened and clear accountability to ensure this never happens again. Unfortunately, under this incoming President and Congress, it appears we will get neither.

Issues: Holding the White House Accountable

Quigley Delivers Floor Speech Reiterating Call for Arab-led Peacekeeping Force in Gaza

January 14, 2025

Press Release

Today, U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05) spoke from the floor of the House of Representatives to reiterate his call for an Arab-led peacekeeping force to help restore order in the Gaza Strip.

Issues: Defense and Foreign Affairs

Co-Chairs Kaptur, Fitzpatrick, Quigley, Wilson Reestablish Congressional Ukraine Caucus for 119th Congress

January 14, 2025

Press Release

We are proud to reestablish the bipartisan Congressional Ukraine Caucus for the 119th Congress and reaffirm our enduring commitment to the vital US-Ukraine partnership.

Issues: Holding the White House Accountable Defense and Foreign Affairs

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Catching Up With Quigley: Week of January 6

January 10, 2025

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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

Quigley Statement on Establishing an Arab-led Peacekeeping Force in Gaza to Ensure Food and Medical Aid

January 9, 2025

Press Release

Today, U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05) released the following statement calling for an Arab-led peacekeeping force in Gaza:

Issues: Defense and Foreign Affairs

SEEC Elects Leadership for the 119th Congress

January 8, 2025

Press Release

Today, the members of the House Sustainable Energy and Environment Coalition (SEEC) voted on its leadership for the 119^th Congress. Reps. Doris Matsui (CA-07), Mike Quigley (IL-05), and Paul Tonko (NY-20) were reelected as Co-Chairs. Reps.

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Quigley Statement on Meta Ending Fact Checking

January 8, 2025

Press Release

Today’s announcement is a clear effort by Mark Zuckerberg and Meta to appease Trump before he has even taken office. Trump and Republicans have routinely complained about fact-checking on social media because the spread of misinformation and conspiracy theories have usually worked to their advantage.

Issues: Holding the White House Accountable

Quigley Statement on the Passing of President Jimmy Carter

December 29, 2024

Press Release

Jimmy Carter was a good president but, more importantly, a good man. During his time in office, he championed environmental justice and helped orchestrate the Camp David Accords, brokering a peace between Israel and Egypt that endures to his day and helping ensure the survival of the state of Israel.

Quigley Statement on Opposition to NDAA

December 11, 2024

Press Release

I have always believed that some legislation should be above partisan politics regardless of who holds the majority. This includes the National Defense Authorization Act, which I have consistently supported throughout my time in Congress.

Issues: LGBTQI+ Rights Defense and Foreign Affairs

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