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Charlotte, NC- "The voting irregularities that have taken place in the 9th District are shocking," said Congresswoman Adams. "In light of what has been discovered there must be a new election for both the primary and the general. We cannot in good faith and conscience allow the current results to be certified. It is my hope that a new election is held in a swift manner and done so without the implementation of any new voter ID requirements."

Atlanta, GA- Congresswoman Alma S. Adams released the following statement on the passing of President George H.W. Bush

" President George Herbert Walker Bush's commitment to country and family were respected by all," said Congresswoman Adams. "He was a true statesman and dedicated public servant who made a positive impact on many Americans. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Bush family. May he Rest In Peace."

Charlotte, NC– Today, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement regarding the NC delegation letter calling on Senate leaders to cancel all votes related to Thomas Farr's judicial nomination. Representatives Butterfield and Price joined Rep. Adams in this request. The full text of the letter sent to Senate Majority Leader McConnell is attached.

Charlotte, NC ---Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement on the first day of open enrollment for the 2019 Affordable Care Act marketplaces, which runs from November 1 through December 15 for 39 states including North Carolina.

Washington D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12), Vice Ranking Member of the Small Business Committee, and Congresswoman Aumua Amata Radewagen (AS-At Large), Chairman of the Small Business Committee's Subcommittee on Health and Technology, announced the introduction of a bipartisan resolution honoring women entrepreneurs and the incredible progress women have made the past 30 years since the passage of H.R. 5050 (Public Law 100-533), the Women's Business Ownership Act of 1988.

Charlotte, NC – Today, Congresswoman Adams released the below statement regarding this morning's shooting at Butler High School.

Charlotte, NC - "Today, Senate Republicans voted to advance Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh's confirmation to a final vote. Despite credible allegations of sexual assault and an FBI investigative report that failed to interview Dr. Christine Blasey Ford, Kavanaugh, and other key witnesses, Senate Republicans have plowed through this process to confirm a flawed candidate to serve on our nation's highest court.

Charlotte, NC – Today, Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. announced the 12^th District Community Career Fair. This event is a collaborative effort between Rep. Adams' District office and over 20 Charlotte-Mecklenburg area businesses that are interested in hiring new employees. The Community Career Fair will take place next Tuesday, October 9^th, from 11AM – 4PM at Walter G. Byers K-8 School (1415 Hamilton Street Charlotte, NC 28206).