Rep. Wasserman Schultz Congratulates U.S. Womens National Soccer Team on World Cup Title

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Congratulations to the U.S. Women's National Soccer Team on their record-breaking third Women's World Cup title! Their incredible seven-game run, marked by stifling defense in the first portions of the tournament and punctuated with an offensive explosion at the end, captivated and inspired millions of Americans, including my family and me. They were the consummate professional athletes, exemplifying sportsmanship and honor while wearing our nation's colors.

Rep. Wasserman Schultz Statement on Palestinian ICC Action

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I am deeply disappointed and troubled by the Palestinian Authority's decision to bring charges against Israel at the International Criminal Court today. This kind of unilateral action further undermines efforts to reignite direct negotiations between the two parties and find a lasting and peaceful solution.

Rep. Wasserman Schultz Statement on Trade Votes

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I have spoken with President Obama and his team several times these past few months, as well as held meetings and phone calls with numerous national and local labor leaders, and after weighing all sides carefully, I voted to grant the President the "fast track" authority he needs to complete negotiations on free trade agreements between the United States and other nations.

After #2 National Ranking, Rep. Wasserman Schultz Praises Thriving South Florida Business Community

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South Florida's small businesses and startups have a lot to be proud of with their #2 national ranking for startup activity from the Kauffman Foundation. The energy and progress of our small businesses have inspired communities all across our state. South Florida's outstanding businesswomen have been crucial to this success, creating thriving initiatives and serving as mentors to tomorrow's female leaders. As one of the winners of the South Florida Business Journal's "Influential Business Woman" award, I know how vital each and every one of us is to moving our South Florida economy forward to create an economy that works for the middle class and working families.

Rep. Wasserman Schultz Statement on the Fifth Circuits Decision

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Today's Fifth Circuit decision to maintain an injunction on the President's executive immigration actions aimed at keeping families together, is a step backwards that will continue to hurt families all across the nation and Florida. The President's actions fall well within previous executive actions on immigration by presidents of both parties. President Obama's actions would provide compassion and much-needed clarity to millions of our neighbors, family and friends. Instead, the decision of two judges in one circuit continues to pull families apart and allow a broken system to remain that way. I will continue to fight for common sense immigration reforms that keep families together and make us safer as a nation.