Foreign Affairs & Trade

Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) joined Representatives Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25), Darren Soto (FL-09), House Foreign Affairs Committee Ranking Member Gregory Meeks (NY-5), and 69 House Democrats in a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem demanding they immediately restore Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuelans… Read more »

Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement demanding answers from the Trump administration about its actions in Venezuela: “While I am glad that the dictator Nicolás Maduro will face justice in U.S. federal court, the Trump administration’s actions raise serious concerns at home in Northwest Washington and abroad. “First, federal action to fight the… Read more »

Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement on the shooting in Bondi Beach, Australia targeting a Hanukkah celebration:  "I am devastated for the people killed and injured in Bondi Beach and their loved ones. I stand with the Jewish community in Australia, the U.S. and around the world. Anti-semitism is a scourge that must end." ### Read more »

Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement after the Trump administration announced changes to immigration processes: “Refugees and humanitarian nonprofits that support refugees should not be punished because of the actions of one violent person. “I supported the establishment of World Relief’s Whatcom County office and I continue to support their… Read more »

Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement on ongoing peace talks between Ukraine and Russia: "Putin started this war and his unprovoked aggression must not be rewarded. The Administration's proposed ‘peace plan' for Ukraine is a gift to Putin that asks Ukraine to sacrifice its land, military strength and future in NATO while… Read more »

Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement after President Trump issued an executive order dropping some agriculture products from its reciprocal tariffs: “The President is once again trying to fix a problem he created, but his actions are too little too late. Prices are up and the economy is down because of the Trump administration’s tariff wars,… Read more »

Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement after the Senate voted 50-46 to strike down tariffs on Canada yesterday evening: “When the President stokes tensions with our Canadian neighbors, families in Northwest Washington state pay the price. The President’s pointless trade war has destroyed local businesses and driven up costs for the people I… Read more »

Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement on the detention of Jasmine Ikeda, an Orcas Island resident detained by Israel on October 1st, 2025 following their participation in the Global Sumud Flotilla: “I have been in touch with Jasmine’s family, and I am working with them to advocate for their immediate release. With the permission of Jasmine’s family,… Read more »

A bipartisan group of lawmakers led by Representatives Rick Larsen (D-WA-02) and Dan Newhouse (R-WA-04) urged United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer to prioritize market access for U.S. blueberries in trade discussions with critical partners in Asia. “The U.S. is the world’s top blueberry producing nation and increasing exports to markets in the Asia-Pacific region supports… Read more »

Today, Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement: “In word and in action, the United States must continue to stand with Ukraine. I don’t care what President Trump says – Putin started this war and yesterday's meeting was not in the U.S. national interest. Trump is rewarding Putin for the war he started and his continued attacks on civilians. "The crisis is not… Read more »