Shomari C. Figures

Congratulations to the young men from District 2 drafted into the NFL last week! Keldric Faulk (Crenshaw County) Lee Hunter (Mobile County) TJ Parker (Russell County) Keep making us proud and I wish you the best in your careers!

It was great to meet with advocates from Autism Speaks to hear about their personal experience as parents of a young child with autism, learn about their legislative priorities, and discuss ways that we can work together to make sure that their daughter and others with autism

I'm saddened to hear about the passing of my colleague, David Scott. Congressman Scott faithfully represented his district, was a leader in the Agriculture community, and a true public servant. My thoughts are with his friends, family, and loved ones at this time.

Still learning details of what happened tonight, but grateful to hear early reports that all of those in attendance at the White House Correspondents' Dinner are safe. There should never be a place in politics or otherwise for these types of acts of violence.

A big thank you to our DC spring interns – Mollee, Marianna, and Chris! I’m grateful for the work they’ve put in as a part of our team for the past few months and I’m excited to see all that they achieve in the future!