Foreign Policy
Washington, D.C. -- Congressman Brad Sherman (D-CA) released the following statement after his discussion with White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan regarding the situation in Ethiopia.
"Last Thursday, I had an extensive discussion on Tigray and Ethiopia with National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan, who clearly has an extensive knowledge of this tragic conflict.
I urged that we continue to suspend AGOA and oppose international lending institution loans to Ethiopia until:
Washington, D.C. -- The United States will work to remove Iran from the UN Commission on the Status of Women, US Vice President Kamala Harris announced on November 2nd.
The effort to evict Iran form the 45-member intergovernmental body comes as the Iranian government has tried to suppress nationwide protests following the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini in the custody of that nation's so-called "morality police".
Washington, D.C. -- "I welcome the permanent cessation of hostilities in Ethiopia. When millions have suffered unspeakable atrocities, any opportunity for peace is one that cannot be squandered. Most importantly, unrestricted humanitarian aid must enter Tigray immediately.
I am however deeply concerned about reports of ongoing shelling in Tigray since the immediate cessation of hostilities was announced. The peace agreement must be respected and all hostilities must end.

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Brad Sherman (D-CA) and Congressman Steve Chabot (R-OH), Co-Chairs of the Caucus on India and Indian Americans, released the following statement on the tragic collapse of Morbi Bridge in Gujarat State, India.

Washington, D.C. -- President Isaac Herzog of Israel traveled to the United States as part of an official state visit. President Herzog met with Congressional leaders, including Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Congressman Brad Sherman, where they discussed various critical issues.
Washington, D.C. -- As the world watches Iranians demand fundamental freedoms through mass protests, the U.S. Department of State took action to advance Internet freedom and the free flow of information for the Iranian people, issuing a General License to provide them greater access to digital communications to counter the Iranian government's censorship.
Washington, D.C. -- Congressman Brad Sherman (D-CA), senior member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee and Congressional Armenia Caucus, attended a series of meetings in Washington D.C. with Armenian leaders in light of the recent outrageous attacks on Armenia's sovereignty by the Aliyev regime.
Washington, D.C. -- Congressman Brad Sherman, senior member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following statement in response to the recent protests that have consumed Iran following the tragic death of Mahsa Amini by the Iranian regime's so-called "morality police".
Washington, D.C. – Azerbaijan's aggression towards Armenia, including the shelling of 3 towns within Armenia's internationally recognized border, is an outrage. The U.S. must enforce Section 907 of the FREEDOM Support Act and cease military sales to Azerbaijan immediately.

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- August 15th marks the day India celebrates its independence from British colonial rule.
"As Co-Chair of the House India Caucus, I join those commemorating India Independence Day," said Congressman Brad Sherman. "We celebrate India's democratic journey, recognize their contributions to the global community and reaffirm our commitment towards further strengthening the U.S.-India relationship."
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