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June 11, 2026
 
WASHINGTON, DC—Today, Congressman André Carson (IN-07) introduced the Summer Meals for Kids Act to ensure every state opts in to the Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (Summer EBT) program, which is designed to provide food aid to kids during the summer months.
 
Each summer, millions of children across the U.S.

June 8, 2026
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Here’s how I’ve been fighting for you in Congress:

A check on Trump’s war in Iran: 

Last week, the House of Representatives passed a war powers resolution to end Trump’s war in Iran.

Trump’s illegal war has caused gas prices to skyrocket and put our brave service members at risk. This isn’t about politics – it’s about the Constitution and returning war-making authority to the people. This war has made our country less safe, risked a broader regional war, and raised costs for American families.

Issues:Financial ServicesEnergyEducationFood and NutritionHousingEconomy

June 8, 2026

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Representative James E. Clyburn (SC-06), Chair of the Democratic Faith Working Group, and U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), with Representatives Andre Carson (IN-07), Rosa DeLauro (CT-03), Jerry Nadler (NY-12), Hank Johnson (GA-07), and Ro Khanna (CA-17) led 119 Democratic Members in a letter condemning the establishment of the bicameral, anti-Muslim, self-styled “Sharia-Free America Caucus,” which would promote legislation that discriminates against the faith tradition of American Muslims.


June 2, 2026
WASHINGTON, DC—Today, Congressman André Carson (IN-07) offered eight amendments to an appropriations bill to fund the Agriculture, Rural Development, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and related agencies for Fiscal Year 2027.
 
“At a time when families are struggling with rising costs, we should be strengthening the programs and investments that help people put food on the table, lower energy bills, and support Hoosier communities,” said Rep. Carson.

May 22, 2026

WASHINGTON, DC—Today, Congressman Carson voted to advance the Build America 250 Act, which includes Carson’s amendment to improve motorcycle safety. The bill passed out of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee and will advance to the House floor in the coming weeks.


May 15, 2026
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman André Carson (IN-07) voted for a bipartisan funding bill that includes the congressman’s amendment to strengthen funding for the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical and Prosthetic Research Program.
 
The Carson amendment increases funding for the VA Medical and Prosthetic Research Program to $994 million.

May 13, 2026
WASHINGTON – President Trump is set to meet with General Secretary Xi Jinping in Beijing May 14-15. The Trump Administration has conducted no formal public consultation on a potential U.S.-People’s Republic of China (PRC) deal, nor has it consulted with Congress.

May 1, 2026
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Everything from gas to groceries to housing is too expensive right now.

Donald Trump and Republicans are only making things worse, from reckless tariffs to surging gas prices due to the war in Iran. 

That’s why today I’m announcing the New Affordability Agenda, 10 big new ideas to bring down the cost of everything from gas to prescription drugs to groceries and housing. 

Issues:Financial ServicesEnergyEducationFood and NutritionHousingHealth CareEconomy

April 20, 2026
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Last week, the House passed a bill to extend Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitian immigrants – a win for the estimated 50,000 Haitian immigrants who call Indiana home.

I proudly voted for this bill and helped force the measure to the floor through a discharge petition – a process that moves a bill to the House floor when Republican leadership refuses to act. 

Issues:ImmigrationTransportationEnergyForeign AffairsEconomy

April 16, 2026

WASHINGTON – The House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party held a hearing titled China’s Campaign to Steal America’s AI Edge. 

The following witnesses provided testimony: