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Washington, D.C.—Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement after Vice President Mike Pence voted to break the 50-50 tie in the Senate to confirm Betsy DeVos as Secretary of Education.
"DeVos' confirmation is disappointing," said Congresswoman Adams. "Her lack of qualifications and understanding of federal education policy has caused unprecedented national outcry. We have stricter requirements for our school teachers than we did for DeVos to become Secretary of Education.
Washington, D.C.— Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) hosted a call with leaders from Mecklenburg County's Refugee community to learn their concerns following President Trump's January 27th Executive Order that suspended refugee resettlement in the United States from seven predominantly Muslim countries.
Washington, D.C.—Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement after President Trump fired Acting Attorney General Sally Yates for refusing to defend the unconstitutional Muslim ban instituted Friday by Executive Order.
Washington, D.C.—Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement after President Trump announced the nomination of Judge Neil Gorsuch to the United States Supreme Court.
Charlotte, N.C.—Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement regarding President Trump's Executive Order creating a ban on Muslims entering the United States.
Charlotte, N.C.—Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12)released the following statement after President Trump's first week in office.
"I am deeply troubled by the questionable actions of the Charlotte School of Law. The situation surrounding this institution has created academic uncertainty for students and job loss here in Charlotte," said Congresswoman Adams. "Throughout this ordeal, my office has been in regular communication with the school, the Department of Education and the American Bar Association.
Washington, D.C.—Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement after today's vote on H.R. 7 "No Taxpayer Funding for Abortion Act".
"Today, I voted against H.R. 7 because a women's right to choose should not be dependent upon her location, income, or insurance," said Congresswoman Adams. "Just two days after the 44th anniversary of Roe vs. Wade, House Republicans are attacking healthcare again.
Charlotte, N.C.—Today Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement regarding the confirmation hearing of Secretary of Education Nominee Betsy DeVos.
"Betsy DeVos is not qualified to lead the Department of Education," said Congresswoman Adams. "DeVos has no public or higher education experience. She has spent decades fighting to expand for-profit charter schools and tax payer-funded vouchers for private and religious schools.
Washington, D.C.—Today, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) announced she is a founding member of the House Public Education Caucus. The Caucus includes 19 members of Congress and is chaired by Reps. Pocan and Takano. The Caucus held a kick-off event this week to voice opposition to the confirmation of Secretary of Education Nominee Betsy DeVos.