Yassamin Ansari

A year after President Trump signed the 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act,' Arizona Democrats warn of increasing Medicaid and SNAP coverage losses. Over 300,000 Arizonans lost SNAP benefits in six months, and healthcare coverage dropped by more than 121,000 since 2025. New Medicaid requirements threaten 1.8 million enrolled Arizonans.

US Representative Yassamin Ansari criticized President Donald Trump's recent threats against Iran, calling his rhetoric 'dangerous' and 'unhinged'. She referenced Trump's claim that the US could 'be forced to militarily complete the job' if Iran fails to comply with an agreement, and called for an end to the conflict, citing regional chaos and economic damage.

US Representative Yassamin Ansari, an Iranian-American congresswoman, cautiously supports the Washington-Tehran agreement as a positive step toward ending conflict but urges Congress to thoroughly review the final accord. She highlights the high costs of the conflict for both nations, including loss of life and economic impacts.

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.

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security accused two Arizona Democrats of lying about conditions at the Mesa ICE facility, denying claims of overcrowding and overflowing toilets despite data showing the facility regularly exceeds its 157-person capacity. ICE agents confirmed plumbing issues during a recent unannounced visit, while the Mesa Fire and Medical Department and airport authorities raised concerns about overcrowding and safety violations.

Members of Congress, including Reps. Greg Stanton and Yassamin Ansari, found overcrowded conditions and overflowing toilets at the Arizona Removal Operations Coordination Center (AROCC) in Mesa during an unannounced visit. The facility, designed for 157 detainees, has held up to 777 people, with average stays increasing from 12 hours in 2025 to 36 hours in 2026. Detainees reported inadequate medical care and incidents like pepper spray use and a seizure.

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.

Democrat lawmakers criticized Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick for lying about his ties to Jeffrey Epstein after a closed-door interview. Lutnick admitted his relationship with Epstein lasted longer than previously disclosed. He faced accusations of being complicit in a cover-up.

Democrat calls Howard Lutnick a 'pathological liar' after closed-door Epstein testimony, Congressional Democrats questioned Lutnick about his ties to Jeffrey Epstein, Lutnick admitted his relationship with Epstein lasted longer than previously disclosed.

House Democrats are strategizing to build a case for impeaching President Trump immediately if they retake control of the House in 2027. A recent poll shows 55% of U.S. adults support impeachment, drawing comparisons to Richard Nixon's Watergate-era numbers. Democratic representatives, including Delia Ramirez and Shri Thanedar, emphasize the need for early preparation, citing increased party support for impeachment compared to 2024.

Fox News contributor Jonathan Turley criticized Democrats for transforming impeachment into a 'circus' and undermining constitutional norms through their push to oust Pete Hegseth. House Democrats filed six articles of impeachment against Hegseth, accusing him of war crimes, unauthorized military actions, and obstructing congressional oversight. The Pentagon dismissed the move as a 'charade' by Democrats.

House Democrats have formally impeached Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, accusing him of war crimes, unauthorized military actions, and abuse of office. The resolution, led by Rep. Yassamin Ansari, cites strikes on civilians in Iran and mishandling of classified information as key charges.

House Democrats formally impeached Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, accusing him of war crimes, abuse of office, and unauthorized military actions. The resolution highlights allegations of civilian casualties, classified information leaks, and negligence in handling sensitive data. Pentagon officials dismissed the impeachment as a political charade.

House Democrats plan to introduce five impeachment articles against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, alleging war crimes related to the Iran war, abuse of power, and mismanagement of the Department of Defense. Rep. Yassamin Ansari will lead the impeachment resolution effort.

House Democrats plan to introduce five articles of impeachment against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, accusing him of abuse of power, war crimes, and mishandling military information. The resolution, led by Rep. Yassamin Ansari, targets Hegseth's actions in Iran and includes allegations of civilian casualties and violations of international law.

Democratic Congresswoman Yassamin Ansari condemns President Trump's handling of the Iran conflict, calling him an 'evil human being' and demanding his removal. She criticizes Trump's threats against Iran and the subsequent ceasefire, linking the conflict to the Iranian regime's resilience.

Rep. Yassamin Ansari (D-Ariz.) criticized 'TACO' jokes about President Trump's decision to suspend strikes on Iran, urging lawmakers to prioritize preserving life over political humor. She emphasized the need to avoid mocking Trump's ceasefire announcement with Iran.

A group of Iranian American women in U.S. politics and civic life condemned the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, urging an end to the conflict and criticizing Trump's threats of genocide. They linked the war to the Iranian government's suppression of protests like 'Woman, Life, Freedom' and called for accountability for war crimes.

Congressional Democrats are pushing for President Trump's impeachment or removal via the 25th Amendment following his controversial comments on Iran. The calls come after Trump's threats about military action, prompting lawmakers to consider drastic measures against his administration.

House Democrat Yassamin Ansari plans to impeach Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth over alleged war crimes in Iran, citing the bombing of a girls' school and Trump's inflammatory comments. The move comes amid low public approval for Hegseth and calls for invoking the 25th Amendment against Trump.