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November 18, 2010
Rangel Statement Post-Ethics Committee Hearing
The final decision on sanctions for violations of the House rules will be made by the full House of Representatives. It would be inappropriate for me to comment regarding this matter. …more

November 18, 2010
Rangel Apologizes
Congressman Charles B. Rangel released the following statement on November 18, 2010.Today I stood before the Ethics Committee to apologize for the embarrassment I have brought upon this body that I love dearly, and to the Members of Congress, and to my family and constituents.There has never been any corruption or personal gain in my actions as the Committee's chief …more

November 18, 2010
Rangel Case: "No Evidence Of Corruption"
Congressman Charles B. Rangel released the following statement in the morning of November 18, 2010.I was gratified when I heard the Ethics Committee’s own counsel agree with me and say he found no evidence of corruption or personal gain in my investigation. I am surprised, however, that the language the Adjudicatory Subcommittee used in rendering its decision does not coincide …more

November 16, 2010
Rangel Deplores Ethics Committee Findings
Congressman Charles B. Rangel released the statement following the decision made by the Adjudicatory Subcommittee, on November 16, 2010. Lawmaker Cites Committee Chief Counsel's Declaration That There Was No Evidence of Corruption or Personal Gain How can anyone have confidence in the decision of the Ethics Subcommittee when I was deprived of due process rights, right to counsel and was …more

November 15, 2010
Statement of Congressman Charles Rangel on the Ethics Hearing
Congressman Charles B. Rangel issued the following statement after the Adjudicatory Subcommittee's hearing in the morning of November 15, 2010.I am very disappointed that the Ethics Subcommittee has chosen to proceed with the hearing knowing that I am without counsel.  They have decided to continue the hearing on an 80-page document that I received just seven days ago by the …more

November 10, 2010
Rangel: A Grateful Salute To Our Veterans
In celebration of Veterans Day, Congressman Rangel issued the following statement, to pay tribute to the veterans and soldiers in uniform: On Veterans Day, Americans will take time out to pay tribute to our military heroes.  Some of us New Yorkers will march in the annual parade up Fifth Avenue. Others will visit cemeteries to pray over our deceased loved-ones.  …more

November 8, 2010
Rangel Remembers Yitzhak Rabin
New York - Congressman Charles Rangel released the following statement on the 15th anniversary of the shooting death of Israeli Prime Minister and Nobel Peace Prize winner Yitzhak Rabin. "Great leaders are remembered not for how long they lived but for what they accomplished with the time that they had on earth. Yitzhak Rabin continues to serve as an inspirational …more

November 5, 2010
Rangel International Affairs Program Accepting Applications For 2011 Fellowships
More Than 40 Former Rangel Fellows Are Now Diplomats Serving in U.S. Embassies Around the WorldThe Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Program is now accepting applications for its 2011 graduate fellowships.  The program seeks applicants who are interested in pursuing careers as Foreign Service Officers for the U.S. Department of State.   The fellowship is open to college undergraduate seniors and …more

November 3, 2010
Rangel: Time To Pull Together & Get America Back On Its Feet
New York - Congressman Charles B. Rangel told reporters Tuesday night that the job of Congress to restore the vibrancy of the American economy remains the same regardless of which party holds control of the U.S. House of Representatives.“Now that the election season is behind us, I do hope that we can return to Washington and get back to working …more

October 30, 2010
Rangel & Other Leaders Host Forum on New Health Care Law
HHS Officials& Hospital Administrators explain new benefits and policies under the current new lawNEW YORK - Congressman Charles Rangel and Health and Human Services Counsel Region II Director Jaime Torres were among several speakers on Saturday, October 30, 2010, who explained the new consumer benefits under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act at a forum held at Harlem Hospital …more

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