I had a great meeting with @NationalBar leaders. We discussed vital issues affecting our justice system and communities, and reaffirmed our commitment to advancing a fair, equitable, inclusive and just society across the country and globally.


Happy #AANHPI Heritage Month! This May, I’m honoring the rich history and diverse heritages of #AANHPI communities across #NY05 .


RM Rep. Gregory Meeks, CM Michael McCaul sent a letter to Speaker Mike Johnson requesting a formal invitation to the President of the Republic of Kenya, His Excellency William Samoei Ruto, to address a joint session of Congress on his official visit to the US.

RM Rep. Gregory Meeks statement on the release of Ambassador Khalilzad’s Nov. '23 closed-door testimony, conducted as part of the Committee’s Afghanistan withdrawal investigation.

Ambassador Khalilzad served as the US Special Rep. for Afghanistan Reconciliation from 2018-2021.

Yesterday, I spoke with members of York College CUNY about the tremendous strides that President Biden and #HouseDems have made in addressing unemployment.
 
Together, we’ve added 15 million jobs and achieved the lowest Black unemployment rate on record.

Honored to attend the street renaming ceremony for Rev. Robert Ross Johnson this past weekend. May his legacy of activism and community service continue to inspire us all.

Thanks to Port Authority of NY & NJ, nearly $950M has been awarded to Queens based #MWBE businesses. 

Yesterday, I joined Mayor Eric Adams & Donovan Richards Jr. to celebrate NYC’s lowest unemployment rate. I spoke about the tremendous milestones that demonstrate what we can accomplish when we work together.

The John F. Kennedy Airport Terminal 1 project creates exciting new economic opportunities for local and minority owned businesses.
This multibillion dollar project is bringing good paying jobs to #NY05 and will help boost economic growth in the region.
Learn more: anewjfk.com

This week, the #SCOTUS heard arguments in a case that would enable doctors to stop providing emergency abortion care to pregnant people.

As a member of the Pro-Choice Caucus, I’ll continue to fight to protect reproductive freedom and lifesaving healthcare for all.

“I am deeply saddened to learn about the death of my dear friend and colleague Congressman Donald M. Payne, Jr...' meeks.house.gov/media/press-re…

In honor of #EarthWeek , I celebrated the @Jfkairport's groundbreaking project that creates the largest solar carport in #NY .   
 
This will reduce electricity costs for low-income neighborhoods in #NY 05 and bring us one step closer to a greener future.

Happy #EarthDay ! House Democrats will always fight for funding and legislation that protects our planet for future generations.

Rep. Gregory Meeks View release on website:

democrats-foreignaffairs.house.gov/2024/4/meeks-a…

This week, I had the pleasure of speaking with the hosts of Driving Forces. We discussed the Trump trial, foreign aid, and much more! 
 
📻Tune in at the 35-minute mark to hear our conversation. soundcloud.com/drivingforces/… 


I’m proud of the work that I’ve done with #HouseDems to cap the price of insulin at $35 a month for seniors and to lower the cost of healthcare for hardworking American families.

#HouseDems are working with President Biden to lower costs for hardworking American taxpayers.

MAGA Republicans continue to waste time on political stunts that neglect everyday Americans.

CALLING ALL ARTISTS🎨: My office is accepting submissions for the 2024 Congressional Art Competition. High school students in #NY05 submit your best artwork by Friday, April 19. Complete the form at meeks.house.gov/services/art-c… and submit your artwork to the emails in the flyer below.

I had the pleasure of joining the Met Council for their Passover food distribution event.

It is a privilege to give back to #NY communities in need ahead of #Passoverseason .

The April 15 filing deadline has arrived! Don’t miss out, file your taxes TODAY.

Congress will shift its schedule this week to take up legislation to support Israel and 'hold Iran accountable.' Rep. Gregory Meeks says there is only 'one bill' that should pass for that to happen.