Press Releases
Democrats Withhold Endorsement of Task Force Report
Today, the Democratic members of the House Committee on Homeland Security’s Task Force on Denying Terrorists Entry to the United States released the below joint statement on their inability to sign-on to the Task Force’s final report. The Democratic membership of the Task Force, led by Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ), includes Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee (D-TX) and Rep. Nanette Diaz Barragán (D-CA). “We as Democratic Members of the Task Force remain steadfast in our commitment to advancing … Continue Reading
December 12, 2017
Thompson, Watson Coleman: After NYC Attack TSA Must Focus on Overdue Security Mandates
Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, and Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ), Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Transportation and Protective Security, sent a letter to the Administrator of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) regarding two surface transportation security mandates that have not been implemented and are long overdue. Yesterday’s attack in New York City underscores the urgent need for TSA to move forward with … Continue Reading
December 11, 2017
Watson Coleman Statement on Attempted Terror Attack at NY Port Authority Bus Terminal
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congresswomen Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ), released the following statement following reports of a pipe bomb explosion in the passageway connecting the Times Square and Port Authority subway: “This morning’s attempted terror attack at the Port Authority bus terminal is just another example of the dire need for immediate and comprehensive investment in security across all modes of transportation. Transit centers - like the Port Authority Bus Terminal - are a vital … Continue Reading
November 27, 2017
Rep. Watson Coleman Announces Legislation to Enhance Security of Surface Transportation Assets
Today, Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman, Vice Ranking Member on the House Committee on Homeland Security, announced the Surface Transportation and Public Area Security Act of 2017. If enacted, the legislation would restore, revamp, and resource important programs aimed at securing critical soft targets, such as railroads, buses and the public areas of airports. The bill would also greatly enhance federal partnership with state and local stakeholders to protect these vital transit … Continue Reading
November 21, 2017
Watson Coleman Statement On Trump Administration Ending Temporary Protected Status for 60,000 Haitians
Today, Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ) released the following statement on the Trump Administration’s decision on ending the Temporary Protected Status of 60,000 Haitians: “The failure to renew the Temporary Protected Status of some 60,000 human lives is a further continuation of the downward spiral of indecent leadership from this Administration. Congress created the TPS program to ensure we uphold our values by not deporting individuals to places that are unsafe due to … Continue Reading
November 20, 2017
Congresswoman Watson Coleman and Congressman Cleaver Demand Accountability from the Internet Association to Address the use of Artificial Intelligence Exacerbating On-line Racial and Gender Bias
Members wrote a letter to the largest trade group of internet companies seeking concrete commitments to combat on-line bias Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ) and Congressman Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO) wrote a letter to the President and CEO of the Internet Association, Michael Beckerman, urging the organization to stop the spread of racial and gender bias through technology and adopt practices and policies to hold members accountable when it comes to the use of … Continue Reading
November 16, 2017
Watson Coleman Condemns House Republicans' Passage of Disastrous Tax Legislation
Today, Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ) released the following statement today on the passage of H.R. 1 — Tax Cuts and Jobs Act: “Today, Congressional Republicans dropped deficit and devastation on the doorsteps of millions of Americans. H.R. 1 makes an irresponsible bet on trickle-down economics by providing billions of dollars in tax cuts to the nation’s wealthiest and multinational corporations and reaching deep into the pockets of the middle class to pay up. Hardworking middle … Continue Reading
November 15, 2017
As House Debate Begins, Watson Coleman Condemns Congressional Republicans for Disastrous Tax Legislation
As House Debate Begins, Watson Coleman Condemns Congressional Republicans for Disastrous Tax Legislation “This ill-considered scheme would further dismantle America’s ladder of opportunity” Today, Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman released the following statement ahead of the House of Representatives floor debate on H.R. 1 - Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and the announcement from Senate Republicans of a provision in their version to repeal the individual mandate, spiking Americans’ health … Continue Reading
October 31, 2017
NJ House Dems Urge Opposition to Garrett Nomination to ExIm Bank
Today, Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman, alongside all Democratic House members of the New Jersey congressional delegation, released the below statement doubling down on their urging of the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee to vehemently oppose the confirmation of former New Jersey Representative Scott Garrett to lead the Export-Import bank: “There is no room for Scott Garrett at the table when considering leadership for the Export-Import Bank of the United States. … Continue Reading
October 30, 2017
Rep. Watson Coleman Statement on Special Counsel Indictments
Today, Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ) released the following statement today on federal indictments against former Trump campaign employees and associates: “The indictment of Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort and senior aide Rick Gates, along with reports of a guilty plea by Trump campaign foreign policy advisor George Papadopolous are the latest in troubling revelations surrounding this President. The Special Counsel’s investigation is critical to uncovering the full extent … Continue Reading
October 27, 2017
Reps. Watson Coleman, Cleaver Statement on Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey Response, Banning of Russian Backed Ads and Facebook Rollout of Ad Transparency Features
Today, Reps. Bonnie Watson Coleman and Emanuel Cleaver, II released the following statement in response to a letter addressed to the lawmakers from Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey and the company’s decision to ban Russia Today and Sputnik from buying ads on the network as well as the Facebook announcement of the site’s new advertising transparency features: “We are encouraged that our advocacy and concern have led Twitter and Facebook to take greater responsibility for the content on their platform. … Continue Reading
October 12, 2017
Rep. Watson Coleman Statement on Trump Administration’s Continued Sabotage of Health Care
Today, Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ) released the following statement after President Trump issued an executive order designed to undo progress of the Affordable Care Act, putting the lives of millions of Americans at stake: “With this Executive Order President Trump has made good on his promise to sabotage the Affordable Care Act and threaten the well-being of millions of Americans. Directing his Administration to scale back health coverage protections, allowing the sale of … Continue Reading
October 11, 2017
Thompson, Watson Coleman Demand Cost of Pence Football Game Walkout Political Stunt
Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, and Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ), Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Transportation and Protective Security, sent a letter to the Director of the U.S. Secret Service to get answers on Vice President Pence’s use of Secret Service resources in a political stunt over the weekend to garner media attention by walking out of a football game. The members demand the cost and staffing for the trip given … Continue Reading
October 11, 2017
Rep. Watson Coleman Applauds House Action Naming Post Office After Dr. John F. Nash, Jr.
Today, Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ) announced passage of her bill in the House to name a Princeton post office after scholar and pioneer, Dr. John F. Nash, Jr. Nash, a graduate of Princeton University. He is the only person to be awarded both the Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences and the Abel Prize. “Dr. John F. Nash, Jr. serves as a national example of fearlessness in wrestling down problems so difficult few others dared to try,” said Watson Coleman. “When residents … Continue Reading
October 10, 2017
Rep. Watson Coleman Statement on Trump Administration Decision to Rescind the Clean Power Plan
Today, Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ) released the below statement following the Environmental Protection Agency announcement that Administrator Scott Pruitt signed a measure to repeal the Clean Power Plan: “By repealing the Clean Power Plan this Administration continues to drive in reverse - mowing down all progress that would ensure future generations have clean water, clean air and a clean energy economy. Right now Americans in Texas, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands and … Continue Reading
October 06, 2017
Rep. Watson Coleman Statement on Roll Back of Birth Control Mandate
Today, Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ) released the below statement following the Trump Administration’s announcement of a rule allowing employers and insurers to stop following an Affordable Care Act mandate to offer health insurance that covers birth control without a co-pay: “Today, following the release of a dismal jobs report that validated the corrosive impact of this President and Republican-controlled Congress on the U.S. economy, Donald Trump found it opportune to further … Continue Reading
October 04, 2017
Rep. Watson Coleman Re-Introduces Legislation to Reduce Unchecked Online Ammunition Purchases
Today, Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ) announced her plan to reintroduce the Stop Online Ammunition Sales Act, legislation that would place limits and safeguards on the online market for ammunition. “Day in and day out men and women lose their lives at the hands of gun violence and the only response from the Republican-controlled Congress, and now our Republican President, has been moments of silence and continued inaction. Gun safety policies shouldn’t have to wait for tragedies … Continue Reading
October 04, 2017
Reps. Watson Coleman, Cleaver Send Letter to Twitter CEO
Yesterday, Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ) and Congressman Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO) sent a letter to Twitter CEO, Jack Dorsey expressing their concerns with the social networking platform’s role in ‘propagating hate and undermining democracy’ and company leadership’s inaction to address the gravity of these issues. The lawmakers called on the CEO to clearly outline how they will, in the future, combat the manipulation of the platform by domestic and foreign entities, citing a … Continue Reading
October 02, 2017
Rep. Watson Coleman Statement on Shooting in Las Vegas
Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ-12) released the below statement following what is being described as the ‘deadliest mass shooting in modern U.S. history” near the Mandalay Bay Casino in Las Vegas: “This morning, our nation awoke with grief and despair after learning of the largest mass shooting in our modern history. We will forever hold in our hearts the men and women who tragically and unjustly lost their lives and pray for healing for the wounded, missing and their loved … Continue Reading
September 29, 2017
Rep Watson Coleman Statement on the Resignation of HHS Sec. Tom Price
Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ-12) released the following statement regarding the resignation of Health and Human Services Secretary Tom Price: “Beginning with his nomination, Secretary Tom Price was unfit and unqualified to serve as the Secretary of Health and Human Services. Accusations of insider trading and his insistence on stripping healthcare from 30 million Americans should have been disqualifying enough. However, the latest controversy over his more than $1 million of … Continue Reading