Steve Cohen

Freedom is worth celebrating. Freedom is worth protecting. Freedom is worth fighting for.   I was proud to introduce and pass the first Congressional apology for slavery and Jim Crow discrimination in 2008.   While today we remember our history and the promise we’ve made, we must also heed the call to continue the work.

SCOTUS by tradition waits until late June of its term to release opinions in major cases like the three cases decided today. Justice Roberts could have held to Supreme Court precedent and waited until this month to release the majority opinion in Louisiana v. Callais, a major voting rights case, but elected to release it in April so state legislatures, like Tennessee’s, could dilute Black voter representation and improve the prospect that Republicans can retain control of the House in November. That’s what happened to my District in Memphis, and it affects all majority-African-American districts. This behavior, in addition to the others listed, is why I introduced Articles of Impeachment against Justice Roberts.

This clip is going viral of the new $14M paint on the Reflecting Pool peeling off just 12 days after the pool reopened. Shall we applaud Trump???

Yesterday I wrote to Governor Bill Lee urging him to reverse a directive for the Tennessee Department of Health to report immigrant parents and their children who are on the Department’s Children’s Special Services (CSS) Program beyond June 30 to the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for deportation. Targeting the most vulnerable and sickest children and their parents for deportation – for an immigration matter in which the children did not seek out – is beyond morally repulsive.   I urged the Governor to consider his Christian background citing Matthew 25:40 “Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of my brethren, ye have done unto me.”   See my full letter: cohen.house.gov/sites/evo-subs…

@SenatorHagerty @ORNL Model I was given had SW corner(Memphis) clipped off.

The Tennessee delegation proudly submitted a 3D-printed model of the Volunteer State made of 316 stainless steel from @ORNL for the quincentennial time capsule for #America250. The design highlights Tennessee’s leadership in nuclear energy, Tennessee whiskey, and our thriving country music scene. Future generations will see this design when the capsule is opened in 2276. @MarshaBlackburn @RepHarshbarger @RepTimBurchett @RepChuck @DesJarlaisTN04 @AndyOgles @RepJohnRose @repvanepps @RepDavidKustoff @RepCohen

Congratulations to H.E. Salome Zourabichvili on receiving the 2026 Mark Palmer Prize. The award honors leaders who defend freedom despite personal or political costs. Amid democratic backsliding in Georgia, her commitment to democracy remained steadfast.

This week I introduced the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) Clarification in Sciences Act — legislation to ensure that decisions about controlled substances are based on today’s best scientific evidence, not outdated standards. For too long, the law has boxed promising treatments into a circular process that blocks the very research needed to evaluate their potential. By requiring drug scheduling to rely on modern science, this bill helps open the door to new discoveries for millions of Americans living with depression, PTSD, and other serious mental health conditions. See a one-pager on the measure below.

This weekend marked the 61st anniversary of Griswold v. Connecticut, the Supreme Court decision that recognized the right of married couples to use birth control. Since that ruling, access to contraception has broadened significantly, but now the GOP are trying to reverse this progress. That’s why I signed the discharge petition to force a vote on the Right to Contraception Act. Eight in ten Americans support the Right to Contraception Act, which ensures the right for Americans to access contraception and protects the right of health care providers to provide contraceptives.

@Mike48833058311 Have a blessed day

@RepCohen You are such a lying, friendless POS. Hopefully you meet your maker soon and are judged for all your hate and lies.

Last Monday was a great day for South City as we celebrated the ribbon cutting of the South City Early Education Center—one of the new anchor tenants of the Porter Jr. High redevelopment. The transformation of this historic site into a mixed‑use community hub for families, learning, and opportunity was made partly possible with $3M in FY 23 Community Project funding and with hard work from everyone involved. Thank you to Archie Willis, Alex Willis Boddie, and the full Com Cap Partners team for driving this vision forward, and congratulations to Porter‑Leath and the dedicated staff opening the doors of this new early education center. Proud to see this investment become a reality.

CBS IN THE TOILET

HE is the crook , He is the stupid one. HE IS NO JFK. HE’S NOT EVEN DICK NIXON EXCEPT ON HIS WORST DAYS. AFTER 250 YEARS THIS IS WHAT WE HAVE! NO CELEBRATION WARRANTED!

On the anniversary of D-Day, we pay tribute to U.S. and Allied Forces who served during World War II and remember the service members whose bravery on the beaches and in the skies above Normandy and Nazi-occupied France changed the course of history.

Last night I spoke from the House floor urging my colleagues to vote in favor of the Support Ukraine Act. We need to stand with democracy, freedom, and courage and against authoritarianism. I was pleased the resolution passed.

Today, on World Environment Day, we are reminded that the actions we take today to protect our environment will help create a healthier, more sustainable future for all. That's why I am co-leading a letter to oppose @EPA's rescission of coal ash rules and working on legislation to strengthen the Clean Air Act. Throughout my career, I've supported the development of clean energy, fought pipelines through disadvantaged communities, and worked to hold polluters accountable.

Rep. Andy Ogles says he's "mind blown" over a staffer he claims fired off a tweet on the Congressman's account, saying there's "no place for homosexuality in America" -- but Andy doesn't reveal to @hicharliecotton whether he shares the sentiment.

This week in committee I argued the reasons why Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts should be impeached after additional evidence came forward with the Alabama case. I filed six Articles of Impeachment against Chief Justice Roberts on May 21st.

Today I was honored by the Greater Memphis Chamber with a plaque commemorating my work, leadership, and steadfast commitment to Memphis. It has been wonderful working with the Chamber on projects that build up our community, mostly notably the $393.9M new I-55 Bridge, which is the largest federal investment Memphis has received. Grateful for the many years of teamwork.