Adelita Grijalva
Coverage of Adelita Grijalva in the Nexus archive.
- James Comer fires back at Democrats' vow to investigate Trump's America 250 bash
House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer criticized Democrats for accusing President Donald Trump of using the America 250 celebration for political and financial gain, calling their claims politically motivated. Democrats, including Rep. Jared Huffman, released a report alleging Trump transformed the event into a partisan spectacle through a 'shadow organization' called Freedom 250 LLC, redirecting funds and advancing personal and political interests.
- House Democrats threaten to withhold DCCC dues after party's California faceplant
House Democrats are threatening to withhold dues from the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) after it spent $135,000 to support a moderate candidate in a California Democratic primary, which clashed with endorsements from progressive and Hispanic caucuses. Lawmakers expressed frustration that the DCCC's actions undermined their influence over primary outcomes and the use of campaign funds.
- Democrats call lack of menstrual leave ‘economic violence’ in push for new federal law
Democrats argue the absence of menstrual leave constitutes 'economic violence' and are advocating for a new federal law. The bill is sponsored by Rep. Adelita Grijalva and supported by 28 Democratic cosponsors with no Republican backing.
- Dem lawmakers gripe about the 'economic violence' of not being paid to stay home from work when menstruating
Democratic lawmakers criticized the lack of paid leave for severe menstrual pain as 'economic violence,' supporting the Reproductive Healthcare Leave Act to provide up to 12 days of paid leave annually for reproductive health needs. The bill faces opposition, with critics questioning potential discrimination and coverage for men's health issues.
- Stanton, Ansari and Grijalva demand ICE answer for pepper-spraying 47 overcrowded detainees
Three Democratic members of Congress are demanding answers from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) regarding the pepper-spraying of 47 detainees at an Arizona facility. The incident occurred in an overcrowded holding room at the Arizona Removal and Operations Coordination Center (AROCC), which has faced criticism for exceeding capacity and unsafe practices. The lawmakers cited concerns about transparency and the use of force in ICE detention facilities.
- Opinion: RFK Jr. allegedly ‘collected’ a dead raccoon’s penis. Was it bioethically justifiable?
RFK Jr. allegedly collected a dead raccoon's penis in 2001, which was mentioned by Rep. Adelita Grijalva during one of his appearances on Capitol Hill. The incident was first described in the book 'RFK Jr.: The Fall and Rise' by Isabel Vincent. Kennedy did not respond to the allegation, instead focusing on the National Institutes of Health budget and DEI.
- House Democrats' campaign arm draws progressive fury for trying to 'tip the scales' in key House primary
House Democrats' campaign arm has backed centrist candidate Jasmeet Bains over progressive challenger Randy Villegas in a key California primary, sparking backlash from progressive lawmakers who argue the campaign arm should remain neutral. The decision could impact control of the House and has drawn criticism from lawmakers such as Reps. Pramila Jayapal and Adelita Grijalva. The move is part of the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee's 'Red to Blue' program.
- Eric Swalwell loses all 21 of his endorsements from Democratic colleagues in Congress
Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) lost all 21 congressional Democratic endorsements after allegations of sexual misconduct, leading to his campaign's collapse. Key endorsers including Rep. Adelita Grijalva and Sens. Adam Schiff retracted support, while party leaders urge him to end his campaign.