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November 11, 2025
EVANSTON – Today, U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky (IL-09) released the following statement in honor of Veterans Day: “Today, on Veterans Day, I want to speak directly to the incredible men and women who have served our country: I see you, I honor you, and I am deeply grateful for your service to our country.  Serving in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, or Coast Guard is not just a job, it’s a commitment that comes with great risks, personal sacrifice, and time away from family and loved ones.
Issues:Veterans

October 31, 2025

EVANSTON – Today, U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky (IL-09) released the following statement in response to reports of ICE/CBP activity in the 9th District:

“On Halloween, a day meant for family, community, and celebration, Trump, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) have instead chosen to terrorize our community. Reports of federal agents abducting our neighbors have come in from Evanston, Skokie, and across the 9th District. 

Issues:Immigration

October 14, 2025

EVANSTON - Today, U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky (IL-09) released the following statement on the release of the hostages held by Hamas:

“Today, my heart is with the hostages and families who are finally reunited after unimaginable pain, uncertainty, and suffering. The human cost of this war has been staggering, and the time for healing begins now.


October 10, 2025

EVANSTON - Today, U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky (IL-09) released the following statement on the announced peace agreement between Israel and Hamas:

“After two excruciating years, I welcome the news of a ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. The human cost of this war has been staggering, and it is long past time for the conflict to end. 


October 6, 2025

EVANSTON – Today. U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky (IL-09) released the following statement on Trump’s unconstitutional, politically motivated deployment of the National Guard in Chicago:


October 3, 2025
WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky released the following statement in response to the Trump Administration freezing $2.1 billion in funding for Chicago infrastructure projects:

October 1, 2025

WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky (IL-09) released the following statement on the Federal Government Shutdown:

“As of midnight, the federal government has entered a shutdown. Republicans control the entire federal government — the Presidency, the Senate, and the House. This is an utter failure ofRepublican leadership — it will substantially impact our communities and our economy and will drive up health care costs for millions of people.


September 26, 2025
WASHINGTON - Today, Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky (IL-09) reintroduced the bipartisan Medical Device Nonvisual Accessibility Act of 2025 to require the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to create and enforce nonvisual accessibility standards for home-use medical devices, so that devices are fully accessible to blind or low-vision persons.
Issues:Health

September 19, 2025

WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky (IL-09) released the following statement after voting against the Republican Continuing Resolution (CR):


September 18, 2025
WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Representatives Jan Schakowsky (IL-09) and Nanette Barragán (CA-44) reintroduced the Future Generations Protection Act. This bill would help ensure a rapid shift away from fossil fuels to clean renewable energy.