WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) released a statement following House Republicans’ failure to reform Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) without any guardrails or protections to keep Americans safe following well-documented abuses:
“President Trump and Congressional Republicans refuse to reform ICE to increase public safety after the murders of… Read more »
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor released the following statement after voting in favor of House Democrats’ bipartisan Iran War Powers Resolution:
“The United States Constitution is clear: Congress—not a president acting alone—is vested with the responsibility to make the grave decision to enter into war when there is no imminent threat to the nation. The bipartisan… Read more »
TAMPA, Fla. – Today, U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) released the following statement on the Trump Administration’s strikes in Iran:
“I am deeply committed to protecting the safety of American service members and civilians in the Middle East at a moment when the president has initiated a new war without authorization from Congress or the consent of the American people.
“Across the… Read more »
Mr. Speaker, I rise today during Black History Month to celebrate the life and legacy of Gwendolyn Henderson – educator, business owner, Tampa City Councilwoman, daughter of West Tampa, and champion of Black history.
The daughter of the late Asbury Henderson, a Korean War veteran, and the late Gladys Austin Henderson, Gwen was born and raised in Tampa, Fla., growing up in the… Read more »
Mr. Speaker, I rise today during Black History Month to honor Marvin R. Knight, whose lifelong commitment to uniting people reflects the values he learned from both his family and the community that shaped him.
Marvin Knight was born in Dade City, Florida, grew up in Zephyrhills and graduated from Leto High School in Tampa in 1979. Son of Early D. and Joyce M. Knight, and the youngest of… Read more »
Mr. Speaker, I rise today during Black History Month to honor the Andrews family and the Florida Sentinel Bulletin, the long running African American–led newspaper based in Tampa, known for its deep roots in the community and its role as a vital source of news, culture, and advocacy. The Sentinel Bulletin’s founding, legacy, and enduring impact embody the very spirit of the Black press in… Read more »
Mr. Speaker, I rise today during Black History Month to honor a Tampa Bay native and visionary business leader, Candy Lowe Jones. As a champion of Black owned businesses and equitable economic opportunity, Candy Lowe has opened doors for connection, collaboration, and community empowerment across the Tampa Bay region.
Born in Tampa, Florida, Lowe attended C. Leon King High School and… Read more »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) announced that Tampa small business owner Linda Misner will join her as her guest to President Trump’s State of the Union address to highlight how Republicans in Congress and the Trump Administration are driving up health care costs for working families and small business owners while giving massive tax giveaways for the wealthy and… Read more »
“Today is a good day for the American people who deserve relief from Trump’s wallet-busting tariffs. Floridians are grappling with higher prices for groceries, housing, appliances and electric bills - made worse by Trump’s illegal tariffs. Families are paying up to $1700 more per year under the Trump tariffs.
The Supreme Court just confirmed that the President does not have the ability… Read more »
Mr. Speaker, I rise today during Black History Month to celebrate the entrepreneurial legacy of Elihu and Carolyn Brayboy, owners of Chief’s Creole Café. Like a hearty bowl of gumbo, the Brayboy’s and their beloved café brought comfort and community to neighbors across the Deuces corridor. Their commitment to preserving and investing in Black-owned businesses remain a pillar of their… Read more »
