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Congressman Horsford is committed to protecting the safety and well-being of every family in Nevada's Fourth District and building strong relationships of trust between law enforcement and the communities they serve.

Horsford Votes for War Powers Resolution on Unauthorized Military Action in Iran

March 6, 2026

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WASHINGTON D.C.- Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) yesterday voted in favor of H. Con. Res. 38, a bipartisan War Powers Resolution requiring congressional approval before the United States enters further military conflict with Iran. This vote comes after President Donald Trump escalated military action in Iran without seeking authorization from Congress.

"This resolution comes down to one thing: the People’s consent," said Rep.

Issues:Public SafetyVeterans

Horsford Ahead of State of the Union: Nevada Families Deserve Better Than Broken Promises

February 24, 2026

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WASHINGTON D.C- Ahead of President Trump’s State of the Union address, Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) released the following statement on the urgent need to address rising costs, housing affordability, and access to health care:

“Just one year after President Trump took office, working families in Nevada and across the country are feeling the consequences,” said Rep. Horsford. “Last year, the President promised to lower the cost of living. Instead, life has become more expensive.

Issues:EconomyImmigrationPublic SafetyEnergy and the EnvironmentHealthVeterans

Horsford Votes Against Senate Funding Bill Over Continuous Lack of ICE Oversight, Transparency, and Accountability

February 3, 2026

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WASHINGTON D.C.- Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) voted today against the Senate-negotiated government funding package, citing its failure to include basic guardrails to ensure humane, accountable immigration enforcement and protect Southern Nevada communities.

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Issues:ImmigrationPublic Safety

Horsford Calls for DHS Secretary Kristi Noem’s Removal and Signs Articles of Impeachment

January 26, 2026

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NORTH LAS VEGAS – Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) today called for President Trump to fire Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Ms. Kristi Noem, and announced that he has signed articles of impeachment against her.

“Since her confirmation, Secretary Noem has turned the Department of Homeland Security into a symbol of unchecked power and cruelty,” said Rep. Horsford.

Issues:ImmigrationPublic Safety

Horsford's Statement on Federal Agent Shooting in Minneapolis

January 24, 2026

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) today condemned the killing of Mr. Alex Jeffrey Pretti, a 37-year-old U.S. citizen, who was fatally shot by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and called on the Department of Homeland Security to immediately cease all activities tied to Operation Metro Surge. He issued the following statement:

“My thoughts and prayers are with the family of Mr. Alex Jeffrey Pretti, killed today by federal law enforcement.

Issues:Public Safety

Horsford To Vote Against ICE Funding Bill: Pledges to Protect Public Safety for All Nevadans

January 22, 2026

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WASHINGTON D.C. - Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) today announced that he will vote against the Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2026, citing serious concerns about the Trump-Vance Administration’s ongoing mass deportation policies and the resulting pattern of violence. The proposal would dramatically expand Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) footprint, increase new agent hires, and pour billions of dollars into detention capacity, vehicles, bonuses, and enforcement infrastructure.

Issues:Public Safety

Horsford Statement on 5-Year Anniversary of January 6th Attack

January 6, 2026

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) released the following statement today marking the fifth anniversary of the January 6^th attack on the U.S. Capitol.

Issues:Public Safety

Reps. Horsford, Titus & Lee Lead Demand for Congressional Briefings and Oversight of Any Explosive Nuclear Testing

December 2, 2025

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representatives Steven Horsford (NV-04), Dina Titus (NV-01) and Susie Lee (NV-03) co-led a letter (attached) demanding the Trump administration take steps to bring transparency and accountability to their stated plans to renew explosive nuclear testing.

Issues:Public SafetyEnergy and the Environment

Reps. Horsford & Lee Co-Lead Legislation Requiring Congressional Approval for Explosive Nuclear Tests

November 7, 2025

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) and Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) today introduced the No Nuclear Testing Without Approval Act in the House of Representatives.

Issues:Public Safety

Horsford, Rosen Slam Trump Decision to Resume Nuclear Weapon Tests

November 3, 2025

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Issues:Public SafetyEnergy and the Environment

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