Press Releases
For Immediate Release:
Date: April 3, 2025
Media Contact:
Rafael Bernal | Rafael.Bernal@mail.house.gov | 202-841-4844
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Launches Latin American-Caribbean Ambassador Dinner Series to Strengthen Diplomatic Ties
Washington, D.C. – This week, the Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC) launched its inaugural Latin American-Caribbean Ambassador Dinner Series, bringing together influential leaders and members of Congress to deepen diplomatic ties between the United States and the Latin American and Caribbean regions. The event was a pivotal moment for fostering meaningful dialogue and collaboration on issues that affect working-class families across the Americas.
For Immediate Release:
Date: April 2, 2025
Media Contact:
Rafael Bernal | Rafael.Bernal@mail.house.gov | 202-841-4844
Chairman Espaillat Launches 'Tu Caucus' Podcast
A fresh new take on engagement in the 119th Congress
Washington, D.C. – Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC) Chairman Rep. Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) will launch the official CHC podcast -- "Tu Caucus" -- this Friday.
The first episode of “Tu Caucus" features the "Three Amigos:" Espaillat and Reps. Jesús "Chuy" García (Ill.-04) and Lou Correa (Calif.-46).
For Immediate Release:
Date: March 21, 2025
Media Contact:
Rafael Bernal | Rafael.Bernal@mail.house.gov | 202-841-4844
Chairman Espaillat Statement on Trump's Dismantling of the Department of Education
Donald Trump’s Executive Order Will Have Significant Negative Consequences for Students, Teachers, and Families
Washington, D.C. – Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC) Chairman Rep. Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) issued the following statement in response to Donald Trump’s executive order to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education.
For Immediate Release:
Date: March 20, 2025
Media Contact:
Rafael Bernal | Rafael.Bernal@mail.house.gov | 202-841-4844
Joint Statement from Tri-Caucus Chairs on President Trump’s Proposed Travel Ban
Washington, D.C. –The Chairs of the Congressional Tri-Caucus—Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC) Chair Rep. Grace Meng (NY-06), Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC) Chair Rep. Adriano Espaillat (NY-13), and Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Chair Rep. Yvette Clarke (NY-09)—released the following joint statement in response to reports of a blanket travel ban proposed by President Trump:
For Immediate Release:
Date: March 11, 2025
Media Contact:
Rafael Bernal | Rafael.Bernal@mail.house.gov | 202-841-4844
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Adopts Official Positions on Immigration and Mass Deportations
Washington, D.C. – Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC) Chairman Rep. Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) released the following statement on the CHC's official adoption of policy positions on immigration and mass deportations.
For Immediate Release:
Date: March 7, 2025
Media Contact:
Rafael Bernal | Rafael.Bernal@mail.house.gov | 202-841-4844
The Tri-Caucus condemns the Republican Party’s open embrace of racist rhetoric against a leader in the House of Representatives.
Washington, D.C. –Wednesday night, the Republican Party’s campaign arm, led by Rep. Richard Hudson (N.C.-09) called the Chair of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, Rep. Adriano Espaillat (N.Y.-13) an “illegal immigrant.”
For Immediate Release:
Date: March 6, 2025
Media Contact:
Rafael Bernal | Rafael.Bernal@mail.house.gov | 202-841-4844
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC) Chairman Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) led a press conference on Capitol Hill, joined by CHC members and their guests, to expose the devastating economic impact of President Trump’s executive orders on Latino and immigrant communities.
For Immediate Release:
Date: March 5, 2025
Media Contact:
Rafael Bernal | Rafael.Bernal@mail.house.gov | 202-841-4844
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Chair Delivers Powerful Democratic Spanish-Language Response to the President’s Joint Address
Washington, D.C. – Tonight, Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC) Chair Adriano Espaillat responded to President Trump’s recent joint address with a strong and unwavering Spanish-language Democratic response.
For Immediate Release: Date: February 28, 2025 Media Contact: Rafael Bernal | Rafael.Bernal@mail.house.gov | 202-841-4844 CHC Chair Adriano Espaillat and Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries Expose Harmful Impact of Reckless Republican Budget on New York City and Working Families BROOKLYN, N.Y. - Today, CHC Chair Adriano Espaillat joined Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries to highlight the impact of the reckless Republican budget on New York City and everyday Americans. |
For Immediate Release: Date: March 3, 2025 Media Contact: Rafael Bernal | Rafael.Bernal@mail.house.gov | 202-841-4844 Tri-Caucus Chairs Condemn President Trump’s Executive Order Declaring English as Official Language |