Since its establishment in 1971, the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) has been committed to using the full Constitutional power, statutory authority, and financial resources of the federal government to ensure that African Americans and other marginalized communities in the United States have the opportunity to achieve the American Dream.
Today, Congressional Black Caucus Chairman Steven Horsford (NV-04) and members of the Congressional Black Caucus issued the following statement on the University of Florida:
“The decision today by the University of Florida to eliminate its diversity, equity, and inclusion offices and to fire staff focused on creating a more inclusive learning environment, is far… Read more »
Yesterday, at the House Democrats 2024 Issues Conference, the Chairs of the Congressional Tri-Caucus held a press conference to discuss recent efforts to push back against attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
The Chairs of the Tri-Caucus are: Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Chair Rep. Steven Horsford (NV-4), Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC) Chair Rep.… Read more »
Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by Chairman Horsford at the 2024 House Democrats Issue Conference Tri-Caucus Press Conference
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Good morning.
Thank you for joining us this week for the House Democrats 2024 Issues Conference. I want to thank Pete Aguilar, Chairman of the House Democratic Caucus for his leadership and for convening this year's conference.
I am… Read more »
Today, Congressional Black Caucus Chairman Steven Horsford (NV-04) and members of the Congressional Black Caucus issued the following statement honoring Black History Month:
“As we kick off Black History Month, the Congressional Black Caucus reflects on the achievements and innumerable contributions to our country that Black Americans have made throughout our… Read more »
Vice President Kamala Harris, Chairman Steven Horsford, and SBA Administrator Isabel Guzman toured the Chef Jeff Project, a Black-owned non-profit founded by entrepreneur Jeff Henderson
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This past Saturday, Vice President Kamala Harris joined Congressional Black Caucus Chairman Steven Horsford and Small Business Administrator Isabel… Read more »
Today, Congressional Black Caucus Chairman Steven Horsford (NV-04) and members of the Congressional Black Caucus issued the following statement regarding the three U.S. Army Reserve soldiers killed in Jordan:
“The Congressional Black Caucus is saddened by the news of the deadly attack in Jordan that killed three U.S. Army Reservists. We are holding the families… Read more »
Today, Congressional Black Caucus Chairman Steven Horsford (NV-04) and members of the Congressional Black Caucus issued the following statement regarding the new second majority-Black district in Louisiana:
“In a win for Black voters, the Louisiana State Legislature approved a new congressional map which will create a second majority-Black district in the state.… Read more »
Today, Congressional Black Caucus Chairman Steven Horsford (NV-04) and members of the Congressional Black Caucus issued the following statement on the passing of Mr. Dexter Scott King:
“Today, the Congressional Black Caucus mourns the loss of Mr. Dexter Scott King, a leader and civil rights icon. We express our sincerest condolences to his wife, Mrs. Leah Weber… Read more »
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By Rayna Reid Rayford
Rep. Charles Diggs of Michigan formed the Democratic Select Committee, which became formally organized into the Congressional Black Caucus two years later in 1971.
From 1959 to 1969, the number of Black Congressmembers more than doubled, increasing from four to ten representatives. Due to their… Read more »
Today, Congressional Black Caucus Chairman Steven Horsford (NV-04) and members of the Congressional Black Caucus issued the following statement regarding Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin III:
“Secretary Austin has served our nation honorably in and out of uniform for more than 41 years, including during his tenure leading the Department of Defense. He… Read more »
