For Immediate Release

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Jamaal Bowman, Ed.D. (NY-16) released the following statement in response to House Republicans voting to censure him:

“I want to thank Democratic leadership and my countless other colleagues for standing up for me last night during the debate,” said Congressman Bowman. “Your words were so kind and I am always grateful to have you all by my side. I have expressed deep regret, apologized for my mistake, and taken accountability for my actions. I also went through the proper investigative processes with the Republican controlled House Committee on Ethics, which decided not to open a formal investigation. I had hoped that we could devote our time and resources to doing our jobs and addressing the issues Americans care about. Americans desperately need us to act with urgency to address the high costs of healthcare, prevent gun violence, invest in education, and so much more, but my colleagues have made it explicitly clear that they would rather relitigate already settled matters than do what we were sent here to do and legislate. This Republican House is unserious and unproductive, and I know that their efforts to target me are a testament to the importance of my voice in pushing back against their disingenuous rhetoric and harmful policies. I look forward to continuing to serve the people of New York’s 16th district and the country.”

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