Jan Schakowsky

Today, I am making good trouble. #bansoffourbodies

Today, on Veterans Day, we honor the brave men and women who have served our country.    To every veteran: Thank you for your service and sacrifice. You deserve more than our gratitude. You deserve quality health care, the resources you need, and the dignity and respect you have earned.   I will never stop fighting to make sure you get them.

The American people have made their voices loud and clear. Pete Hegseth must go. No more excuses. No more endless, illegal wars.

My heart aches for the four lives lost in this devastating Rogers Park fire. My thoughts are with everyone who knew and loved this beautiful family. In moments of unimaginable loss, we must come together and support one another. The Rogers Park community is not alone in this tragedy. I'm grateful for the brave first responders who put their own lives on the line and worked tirelessly in an effort to save others. Thank you for your courage and service.

TODAY IS ELECTION DAY! Make your voice heard and VOTE! Illinois voters can still register at their polling place today and cast their ballot. Don’t wait! Make a plan, get to the polls, and make your voice count. Polls close at 7 PM. Get out and vote! Visit vote.gov to find your polling place and get more information.

The nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office estimates that nearly 15 million people will lose their health coverage because of Trump and Republicans’ harmful policies.   Meanwhile, Democrats are fighting to reverse these devastating cuts and protect families’ access to affordable care. We won't back down when it comes to protecting the health care people deserve.

Affordable Care Act Open Enrollment starts Sunday! Trump & Republicans are driving up health care costs while giving billionaires tax breaks. Democrats are fighting for affordable coverage for EVERYONE. Explore your options at HealthCare.gov by Jan. 15. Health care is a right, not a privilege!

Dolores Huerta was a dear friend, mentor, and tireless champion for workers’ rights and civil rights. I’ve stood alongside her in the fight for justice for years, and I will always carry the lessons she taught me. We stand on the shoulders of courageous women who refused to give up. In Dolores’ honor, we must persist.

Trump and Republicans are taking food off families’ tables, forcing parents to choose between groceries and rent. Food banks are left picking up the pieces.   No family should go hungry so billionaires can get tax breaks.   We have the power to fight back. pbs.org/newshour/show/cuts-t…

Don’t wait until Election Day to make your voice heard!   Early voting is underway across Illinois.   Find your early voting location and make a plan to vote before November 3: vote.gov

Donald Trump promised to bring down costs. Instead, the average household in Illinois’ 9th District is paying more than $5,300 extra for everyday goods and services.   His reckless tariffs and illegal war in Iran are driving up costs while families are left footing the bill.   We need an economy that puts working people first and gives every family a fair shot at getting ahead.

Illinoisans can now preview 2027 health insurance plans and compare costs before open enrollment begins November 1. Take time to review your options and find coverage that meets your family's needs. Visit @CoveredIllinois to get started.

Today, my Skokie office received a suspicious envelope similar to those reported at other elected officials’ offices in Illinois and across the country. Thanks to warnings from the House Sergeant at Arms, my team quickly identified the suspicious piece of mail and did not open it. We’re grateful to the Skokie Police Department and U.S. Capitol Police for their swift response and assistance. This will by no means deter me and my team from continuing our work and prioritizing the needs of Illinois’ 9th Congressional District.

Illinois is home to people of many faiths and backgrounds. That diversity makes our communities stronger, and everyone deserves to feel safe and welcome. I'm disgusted by this attempted attack and stand firmly with our Hindu neighbors. Hate has no home here.

The Trump Administration’s decision to delay this rule is welcome news, but it’s only a temporary fix. I’ve heard from constituents who are deeply worried about losing access to affordable, lifesaving medications from Canada. @RepMarkPocan and I will keep fighting to make sure these options remain available.reuters.com/legal/government…

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Women with dense breasts can be up to 4-5 times more likely to develop breast cancer than women without dense breasts. Dense breast tissue can also make cancer harder to detect on a mammogram. As someone with dense breasts myself, I know how important it is for women to have access to the screening they need. I’ve spent years fighting to expand access to additional testing because every woman deserves the information and care she needs to protect her health.

Our nation’s story can’t be told without recognizing the history, cultures, and contributions of Indigenous peoples. This Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we celebrate Native communities and the rich traditions they continue to carry forward.

As The Social Reckoning, a film about Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen, hits theaters, I’ve teamed up with @RepLoriTrahan and @CongressmanKean on bipartisan legislation to protect FTC whistleblowers who expose wrongdoing. No one should face retaliation for speaking out. schakowsky.house.gov/media/p…

Three years ago today, Hamas carried out the deadliest attack on the Jewish people since the Holocaust. My heart aches for all those killed on October 7 and the loved ones they left behind. I think of the hostages and their families who endured unimaginable suffering. I also mourn the innocent Palestinians who have lost loved ones, homes, and communities throughout this devastating war. Three years later, the human cost remains staggering. We must honor those we have lost by working toward lasting peace, justice, and security for Israelis and Palestinians alike.

Election Day doesn’t have to be your only day to vote. Early voting gives you more flexibility to make your voice heard on a day and time that works for you. Head to vote.gov to check early voting dates, locations, and rules. Make a plan to vote. Your voice matters. Your vote matters.