Press Releases
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Strickland Statement on Trump’s Strikes on Iran
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) released the following statement: “Congress has the constitutional authority to declare war, and Trump’s reckless action in Iran has dangerously escalated tensions and put American lives at risk. The Islamic Republic regime of Iran is the most prolific state sponsor of terrorism in the world, and must…
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ICYMI: Strickland on CNN NewsNight, Calls Trump ‘Anti-Black President’
“He has taken so many actions during this administration that show he does not care about Black people.” Washington, D.C. – Last night, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) joined Kasie Hunt on CNN to discuss the President’s upcoming State of the Union address. During her appearance, Strickland discussed her plans to not attend Trump’s speech: “I…
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Strickland Launches Annual Congressional Art Competition
Lacey, WA – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced that her office will begin accepting submissions for the 2026 Congressional Art Competition. This annual program is an opportunity to recognize, honor, and encourage young artistic talent across the nation. “Every year, I am inspired by the creativity and talent of students across Washington’s 10th District,”…
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Strickland Secures $8 Million for the South Sound
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced $8,165,000 in federal funding for 12 South Sound projects that support agricultural communities, improve local pedestrian and traffic safety, boost clean water access, purchase fire engines, and more. “Despite the challenges we face with the Republican majority in Congress, I am pleased to secure funding for these…
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ICYMI Forbes Breaking News: ‘DHS Broke That Promise’, Strickland Blasts DHS For Operations In Major U.S. Cities
Washington, D.C. – Earlier this month and ahead of the murder of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) slammed Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) for inciting violence, killing innocent citizens, and terrorizing the American public. “This is domestic terrorism. American lives have become an afterthought to this Administration’s ultimate goal of scaring people, declaring…
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Strickland Launches Annual Valentines for Veterans and First Responders Drive
Lakewood, WA – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced her annual Valentines for Veterans and First Responders drive. Valentines will be distributed to veterans, servicemembers, police, firefighters, and EMS teams in Washington’s 10th Congressional District. “Every year, students and community members create thousands of valentines cards for our South Sound veterans, first responders, and active duty…
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ICYMI: Strickland Slams Administration Overreach, Calls ICE the President’s Personal Police Force
“This is domestic terrorism. American lives have become an afterthought.” Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) addressed the Administration’s overreach into American cities, the threat of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to the American public, and more: “This Administration was voted in on the promise that it would deliver safety for all Americans. DHS…
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Strickland Military Life Insurance Bill Becomes Law
Washington, DC – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland’s (WA-10), Fairness for Servicemembers and Their Families Act of 2025, became law. The legislation ensures life insurance packages for servicemembers and veterans will account for changes in the economy. The Senate version of the bill was led by Senator John Cornyn (R-TX). “Our servicemembers put their lives on the line…
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Strickland Statement on Passage of National Defense Bill
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) released the following statement on her vote for the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (FY26 NDAA): “While the President and Speaker Johnson continue to disregard the historically bipartisan defense bill process, there are solid wins in the bill that support servicemembers and their families. They…
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Strickland Statement on Naming Military Bases After Confederate Traitors
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) released the following statement on her bipartisan Naming Commission for Military Assets amendment: “The President and Speaker Johnson were willing to reject the defense bill if it included my bipartisan amendment to remove Confederate names from military bases. Republican leadership and the White House like to call themselves the “party…