Press Releases
Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (FL-20) issued the following statement after the House of Representatives passed H.R. 6500, the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) Extension Act:
Today, Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL) issued the following statement on the House passage reauthorizing the Haiti HOPE/HELP trade preference program:
Today, President Trump signed into law the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick supported, advancing U.S. engagement and accountability in Haiti.
Washington D.C. — Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick released a statement on ICE enforcement actions in Broward and across South Florida that have targeted workers during routine traffic stops.
"Hardworking people who contribute to our economy, maintain our neighborhoods, and support their families should not be treated like threats.
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick released the following statement on the recent indictment.
"This is an unjust, baseless, sham indictment — and I am innocent. The timing alone is curious and clearly meant to distract from far more pressing national issues. From day one, I have fully cooperated with every lawful request, and I will continue to do so until this matter is resolved.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Representatives Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL) and Jonathan Jackson (D-IL), alongside several of their colleagues, sent a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressing deep concern over the ongoing post-election crisis in the Republic of Cameroon following the October 12, 2025, presidential election.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL) released the following statement after voting “no” on a government funding bill that turns its back on working families and does nothing to protect South Floridians from skyrocketing healthcare costs.
“For 43 long days, air traffic controllers, TSA agents, our troops, and public servants across this nation sacrificed their paychecks and well-being to keep our country safe and running. They showed up for America, even when America wasn’t showing up for them.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Representatives Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL) and Jeff Van Drew (R-NJ) honored Veterans Day by introducing the Veterans Bill of Rights Act. |
TAMARAC, FL ─ Today, Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL) received a letter confirming commitment from Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) to ensure that all federal workers receive a payment extension for the duration of the government shutdown. Last week, Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick wrote to FPL CEO Armando Pimentel, urging him to suspend utility shutoffs for federal workers.