Rep. Ted Deutch (D-FL) issued this statement on Governor Romney's selection of Rep. Paul Ryan as his running mate: "In selecting House GOP Budget Committee Chairman Paul Ryan as his running mate, Mitt Romney has embraced a radical vision for our country totally out of step with the American people. Chairman Paul Ryan may be heralded as a courageous policymaker in Washington, but at home in my district, forcing middle class families and seniors to weather massive cuts just to finance new trillion... Read more

Rep. Ted Deutch (D-FL) issued this statement in reaction to the terrorist attack on an Israeli tour bus in Bulgaria that claimed the lives of at least seven people and wounded more than thirty: "I join Americans from all walks of life in condemning the horrific terrorist attack on Israeli tourists in Bulgaria. We mourn the loss of innocent lives claimed by this despicable bombing and stand in solidarity with our ally Israel. This latest act of terrorism is an unfortunate reminder that whether th... Read more

During the 2008 presidential election, nearly 3 million Americans were turned away from the polls due to voter registration problems. You can check your voter registration status right here and right now on Congressman Deutch's website by using the app below: Read more

Congressman Ted Deutch released this statement following the passage of the Food and Drug Administration Reform Act: “I applaud my colleagues for passing the Food and Drug Administration Reform Act, a bipartisan bill that will reduce drug shortages, improve drug safety, and improve access to safe, generic treatment options. This legislation addresses key concerns of patients, doctors, hospitals, and providers across the country. As a cosponsor of the Preserving Access to Life-Saving Medications ... Read more

"On Memorial Day, we pay tribute to the men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice on behalf of the security of our nation and the defense of our American values. We may never be able to repay that debt, but as a community and as a nation it is our duty to try. "Throughout our history, the men and women of our armed forces have done everything asked of them with courage and determination. While we honor them as heroes, let’s also be reminded that they are so much more to the millions of Ameri... Read more

“As a longtime advocate for marriage equality, I was proud to hear President Obama’s declaration in support of equality and human rights for all Americans. By acknowledging that all Americans deserve the right to marry the person they love, this announcement gives hope to the millions of families across America who today are denied the many legal rights and cultural benefits that come with marriage. For the President of the United States to publicly support marriage equality is a historic step f... Read more

Rep. Ted Deutch (D-Boca Raton) released the following statement in reaction to Rep. Allen West's assertion that dozens of House Democrats are members of the Communist Party: “I wish I could say I was surprised that my colleague Congressman Allen West charged that nearly half of the House Democratic Caucus belongs to the Communist Party. Congressman West’s comments were reminiscent of the outrageous rhetoric used by Senator Joseph McCarthy 60 years ago to ruin people's lives. Like Senator McCarth... Read more

Congressman Ted Deutch welcomed an announcement from U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Shaun Donovan and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary Eric K. Shinseki on the disbursement of $72.6 million to help over 10,000 homeless veterans nationwide find shelter and care. The funds will be distributed to public housing agencies in all 50 states and the District of Columbia to supply permanent housing and case management, with nearly $900,000 directed to Palm Beach and B... Read more

"As a Representative from the state of Florida, and as the father of three teenagers, I was appalled and deeply saddened to hear of the deadly shooting that took the life of 17 year-old Trayvon Martin. No parent should ever suffer the loss of a child, and my heart goes out to Trayvon’s family and loved ones. The disturbing facts emerging around Trayvon’s death call for a thorough investigation, as well as intervention by federal law enforcement agencies. We simply cannot tolerate the kind of vig... Read more

"Tonight, President Obama called on Congress to end the political paralysis in Washington and focus on the task of building an economy where everyone plays by the same rules, everyone pays their fair share, and everyone has a fair shot. We know how to create new jobs and grow a prosperous middle class because we have done it before. Building cutting-edge infrastructure, investing in research and technology, and providing our children and our workers with world-class education and training are ch... Read more