President Trump’s Attempt To Eliminate The Department of Education Would Decimate Access To The American Dream
Jeopardizes Nearly 1,000 Teacher Positions In Kennedy’s District
BUFFALO, NY — Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) and Buffalo Common Councilwoman Zeneta B. Everhart stood with Western New York educators, students, and elected officials to defend public schools in the face of… Read more »
Amid Attacks On Social Security Administration Services and Workforce, Kennedy Defends This Vital Social Safety Net
WASHINGTON, DC — In a speech delivered on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives, Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) defended Social Security amid attacks from the Trump Administration, including actions taken by Elon Musk to access private beneficiary data, the Social… Read more »
New Rules Requiring In-Person Verification Are An Attack On The Promise of Social Security
BUFFALO, NY — Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) released the following statement after the Social Security Administration (SSA) announced new rules requiring beneficiaries to verify their identity in-person, eliminating over-the-phone service. The new rules are set to take effect on March… Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) released the following statement after President Trump delivered his address to a Joint Session of Congress:
“Once again, when presented with an opportunity to unite the country, President Trump chose division. The American people are demanding solutions to lower the cost of living, make healthcare more affordable, and keep our communities… Read more »
Kennedy, De Jesús Jr. Take Fight From WNY To Washington To Defend Workers and Families From Harmful Trump Administration Actions
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) will be joined by Peter De Jesús Jr., President, Western New York Area Labor Federation, AFL-CIO, as his guest to President Trump’s first address to a Joint Session of Congress.
After taking office on… Read more »
BUFFALO, NY — Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) joined Western New York leaders to address the dire threat to Medicaid posed by the recent Republican budget resolution. The House-passed budget puts $880 billion of healthcare funding on the chopping block. Kennedy and other leaders emphasized the devastating impact these cuts would have on 5.5 million New Yorkers and 80 million Americans… Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) released the following statement after President Trump’s disastrous meeting with President Zelenskyy:
“What occurred today in the Oval Office was disgraceful. Trump’s treatment of Zelenskyy was demeaning, disrespectful, and beneath the dignity of the Office of the President of the United States. Let’s be clear: Ukraine is a… Read more »
Kennedy Pledges To Defend WNY Federal Workforce From Wrongful Firings
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) took to the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives to defend federal workers in Western New York and across the country, condemning President Trump and Elon Musk for their attempt to cut federal workers and decimate services hardworking families rely… Read more »
Kennedy Convened Roundtable With Labor Union Representatives To Discuss Slashes To WNY Federal Workforce
BUFFALO, NY — Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) hosted a roundtable with labor union leaders to discuss the devastating impact of recent actions by the Trump administration targeting dedicated public servants. Joined by labor representatives from nearly a dozen labor unions, Kennedy… Read more »
Grant Will Facilitate Archeological Research at the Site of the Cataract House
NIAGARA FALLS, NY – Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) joined Sara Capen, Executive Director of the Niagara Falls National Heritage Area, Niagara Falls Mayor Robert Restaino, Legislator Jeffrey Elder, Niagara Falls NAACP President Renae Kimble, Niagara Falls Council Member Brian Archie, Niagara Falls Council… Read more »