Jacky Rosen

Rosen Releases Statement on Troubling Findings in ADL Antisemitism Report, Emphasizes Need to Combat Rise of Antisemitism - Jacky Rosen

Position: Senator Rosen calls for Congress to take decisive action to combat rising antisemitism through enhanced security at Jewish institutions, increased educational resources, and public condemnation of antisemitic hatred.

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), co-chair and co-founder of the Senate Bipartisan Task Force for Combating Antisemitism, released the following statement in response to a new report by the ADL, which found that 2025 represents the third-highest year for antisemitic incidents since the ADL began tracking them in 1979. The report also found that physical assaults against Jews were higher in 2025 than ever before, underscoring the need to meet this moment with decisive action. “While it is sadly unsurprising to see yet another record-setting year of antisemitic incidents, the ADL’s findings are no less alarming and disturbing. There’s a serious epidemic of hate in our country against Jewish-Americans. Congress has a responsibility to do everything in its power to address this hatred head-on and meet the urgency of the moment before this type of bigotry becomes normalized,” said Senator Rosen. “No one should be threatened or made to feel unsafe because of who they are. It is critical that we work across party lines to stop and reverse this dangerous trend by enhancing physical security at Jewish communal institutions, increasing resources for education, and by speaking out against antisemitic hatred whenever and wherever we see it.” Senator Rosen has been a leader in the fight against rising antisemitism, and Holocaust denial and distortion. She recently called out Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth over the use of an antisemitic trope when referring to the media and Democrats. Additionally, Senator Rosen successfully pushed back against one of Trump’s State Department nominees, forcing his withdrawal after she condemned his history of antisemitic and racist comments. Last year, Senator Rosen successfully pushed the Coast Guard to reverse course on a policy change that would have downgraded the classification of swastikas from hate symbols to “potentially divisive”, and introduced bipartisan legislation to strengthen Holocaust education at public schools and increase awareness of Holocaust educational resources available to local communities.

Senator Rosen Holds Discussion with Small Business Owners in Historic Westside of Las Vegas About Impacts of Trump’s Policies - Jacky Rosen

Position: Senator Rosen opposes Trump administration tariffs and economic policies, arguing they harm small businesses and consumers by raising costs and reducing disposable income. She has introduced legislation to exempt small businesses and groceries from tariffs.

LAS VEGAS, NV – Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) held a discussion with small business owners at Gritz Cafe, a Black-owned small business in the Historic Westside of Las Vegas, about the impact of Trump’s policies on small businesses in the area. Small businesses in Nevada make up 99 percent of all businesses across the state, and have been directly impacted by the Trump Administration’s erratic economic policies. “Nevada is home to so many incredible small businesses like Gritz Cafe, many of which are struggling because of Trump’s tariffs and his economic policies that are making costs go up. As a result, Nevadans have less disposable income to eat out and tourists are skipping trips to Las Vegas,” said Senator Rosen. “During National Small Business Week, I reaffirm my commitment to continue fighting back against the administration’s reckless policies, which have only hurt Nevada’s small businesses and consumers.” “Small business owners and their families have been hit hard by rising costs of business and the lack of certainty is making it hard to plan ahead,” said Kema Ogden, Secretary of the Las Vegas Urban Chamber of Commerce. “It was great to meet with Senator Rosen in the Historic Westside today to hear directly from her and small business owners about what can be done to protect Nevada’s entrepreneurs.” Senator Rosen has been a champion for small businesses in Nevada. This year, she has introduced legislation to exempt small businesses and groceries from tariffs, as well as supporting Nevada’s tourism economy. She recently called for a Senate hearing on the state of tourism under the Trump Administration.

During National Small Business Week, Senator Rosen Holds Discussion with Reno Small Business Owners About the Impacts of Trump’s Policies - Jacky Rosen

Position: Senator Rosen opposes Trump administration tariffs and immigration policies, characterizing them as harmful to Nevada's small businesses and economy. She has introduced legislation to exempt small businesses and groceries from tariffs.

RENO, NV – Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen hosted a roundtable discussion with local small business owners at the Reno-Sparks Chamber of Commerce to discuss the impacts of Trump’s policies on Nevada’s economy. Small businesses make up 99 percent of all businesses in Nevada, with 280,000 of them all over the state. As a result, Nevada has been one of the states most impacted by Donald Trump’s economic policies. “Trump’s policies in the last year have directly impacted small businesses in our state. Reckless tariffs, harmful immigration policies, and rising prices have made it harder for small business owners and their families to make ends meet and keep their businesses afloat,” said Senator Rosen. “I will do everything that I can in the Senate to fight back against the administration’s dangerous policies, and ensure that all small businesses in our state are given the opportunity to thrive.” “Entrepreneurs have been hit hard this last year. Rapidly increasing prices and tariffs are making it harder everyday for Nevada’s small businesses,” said Ann Silver, President and CEO of the Reno-Sparks Chamber of Commerce. “I am grateful to Senator Rosen for coming to Reno today to hear directly from small business owners and discuss how she can continue supporting them.” Senator Rosen has been fighting to protect small businesses in Nevada from Donald Trump’s harmful policies. This year, she has introduced legislation to exempt small businesses and groceries from tariffs, as well as supporting Nevada’s tourism economy. Senator Rosen has also called for a Senate hearing on the state of tourism under the Trump Administration.

Rosen, Shaheen Introduce Bill to Overturn Trump Administration Block on Foreign Aid - Jacky Rosen

Position: Senators Rosen and Shaheen introduced legislation to overturn the Trump Administration's expansion of the global gag rule, which restricts foreign aid to organizations that provide or promote abortion services. They argue the policy imposes ideological conditions on international partners and threatens critical health, humanitarian, and development programs worldwide.

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senators Jacky Rosen (D-NV) and Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) introduced the Protecting Human Rights and Public Health in Foreign Assistance Act to nullify the Trump Administration’s sweeping expansion of the global gag rule, also known as the “Promoting Human Flourishing in Foreign Assistance (PHFFA) Policy.” The global gag rule imposes ideological conditions on international partners and threatens to cut off funding for critical health, humanitarian, and development programs worldwide. The policy is expected to disrupt hundreds of programs globally, including those providing HIV/AIDS prevention, reproductive health care, maternal and child health care, gender-based violence services and humanitarian relief. “Instead of making sure foreign aid is effective and in the best interest of the American taxpayer, the Trump Administration is weaponizing it to impose their extreme agenda around the world,” said Senator Rosen. “People will die because of Donald Trump’s ‘Human Flourishing Policy,’ which is why I’m joining Senator Shaheen in introducing a bill to block this cruel policy’s implementation.” “The Trump Administration gag rules demand that our partners abandon their work and their beliefs even when they are using their own money to provide life-saving health and humanitarian services to populations in need.” said Senator Shaheen. “This sweeping expansion of the global gag rule imperils funding for life-saving programs, particularly for women and girls who are already at greater risk because of Trump's budget cuts to health, food, shelter and gender-based violence programs. The United States should lead with our values, not impose extreme ideological litmus tests that jeopardize global health and humanitarian efforts. This legislation makes clear that Congress will not stand by while this Administration dismantles effective foreign assistance and damages our credibility around the world.” As a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Senator Rosen has worked hard to ensure that the US maintains robust support for defense, diplomacy, and development. She has led efforts to strengthen our international assistance efforts, including introducing legislation to improve access to HIV medications overseas and co-leading a resolution on support for women and girls in Haiti. Senator Rosen has also been a vocal supporter of USAID, criticizing the Trump Administration’s decision to dismantle the agency last February and leading the effort to protect funding for family planning during last year’s rescissions fight.

Rosen Helps Advance Bipartisan Bill to Improve Aviation Safety, Invest in Pilot Mental Health - Jacky Rosen

Position: Senator Rosen supports advancing a bipartisan bill to improve aviation safety by modernizing the FAA's mental health approach, allocating $20 million annually for medical examiner training, requiring updated health guidance regulations, and reducing stigma around mental health in aviation.

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) voted to advance a bipartisan bill in the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation to improve aviation safety and increase investments in mental health for pilots. The bipartisan Mental Health in Aviation Act would modernize the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) approach to mental health, allocating $20 million annually for medical examiner training, requiring updated health guidance regulations, earlier disclosure and treatment of mental health conditions, and the initiation of an information campaign to reduce the stigma around mental health in aviation. “Our pilots and air traffic controllers are on the frontlines of keeping air travel safe, which is essential to Nevada’s tourism economy. As one of the safest transportation methods, it is critical that aviation workers continue to have access to all the health resources they need,” said Senator Rosen. “I am proud to have helped advance this bipartisan bill in committee to boost aviation safety even more by investing in the mental health of its workforce, and I will continue to fight in the Senate to support this industry.” Senator Rosen has been a vocal advocate for Nevada’s airports and travel workers. She has fought for federal funding for airports, securing $9 million in federal funding for improvements at Harry Reid International Airport. Last year, Senator Rosen helped secure over $18 million in federal funding for airport improvements across the state. This included funding for more firefighting vehicles, the repaving and reconstruction of roads, and airport expansions.

Rosen, Cortez Masto Deliver Over $600,000 they Secured to Improve Water Infrastructure in Carlin - Jacky Rosen

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senators Jacky Rosen (D-NV) and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV) delivered $602,000 in community projects funding they secured from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to replace significant portions of the water main in Carlin, Nevada. This updated water main will help the town reduce water loss, ensure the security of their drinking water system, and comply with code requirements. Specifically, the project for which this funding was secured will replace 3,500 line feet of the transmission main between the primary spring water source and the booster pump station located on Hamilton Street in Carlin. “Every Nevadan deserves to have access to clean water,” said Senator Rosen. “At a time when droughts and water shortages are becoming more common, I am proud to have secured funding for this critical project in the City of Carlin and thrilled to see the funds delivered. I will continue to work across party lines in the Senate to ensure that all Nevadans have access to clean water.” “In Nevada, we know that water is precious,” said Senator Cortez Masto. “When a city or town’s water infrastructure is out of date or in need of repairs, it can jeopardize access to clean, safe drinking water for an entire community. I applaud the City of Carlin for working to update its water main, and I am proud to have secured federal funding to help the town complete this project.” Senators Rosen and Cortez Masto are champions of Nevada’s rural communities and have consistently worked to update the Silver State’s water infrastructure. They have secured millions in funding for Nevada’s rural airports and for government services like law enforcement and public education in rural counties. They have secured millions to ensure access to clean drinking water throughout Nevada and fought to protect Southern Nevada’s groundbreaking water conservation projects.

NEW REPORT: How One Billion Dollars Can Help Nevadans Instead of Funding Donald Trump’s Ballroom - Jacky Rosen

Position: Senator Rosen opposes Republican plans to allocate $1 billion in federal funding toward a Trump ballroom project, arguing the money should instead be directed toward healthcare, food assistance, and housing support for Nevada residents.

WASHINGTON, DC – Following the news that U.S. Senate Republicans will try to use $1 billion in taxpayer dollars to pay for Donald Trump’s ballroom project, the office of Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) released the following report outlining how that funding could be used to help Nevadans instead. While Americans struggle to put food on the table, health care and housing become more unattainable, and gas prices are soaring, Washington Republicans are focused on pleasing Donald Trump by funding his vanity project instead of helping out hardworking families being hurt by their policies. “After cutting funding for health care and SNAP for Nevadans who needed them the most, Washington Republicans have unveiled a plan to use the same hyper-partisan approach to spend $1 billion in taxpayer dollars on Donald Trump’s ballroom,” said Senator Rosen. “Let’s be absolutely clear: this is a vanity project that did not need to happen, and now Nevadans’ hard-earned money will be wasted at a time when they’re being squeezed by the spike in prices at the pump, grocery, and doctor’s office.” Below are estimates of what this funding could fund in Nevada instead of a ballroom:

ICYMI: Rosen Calls Out Defense Secretary Hegseth Over Use of Antisemitic Trope - Jacky Rosen

WASHINGTON, DC – Yesterday, during a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing, Senator Rosen called out Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth over his use of an antisemitic trope against the media and Democrats. Hegseth has repeatedly used the term "Pharisees," a deeply problematic term that has been used historically to depict Jewish communities as hypocritical or morally corrupt. As co-founder and co-chair of the Senate Bipartisan Task Force for Combating Antisemitism, Senator Rosen has made it her priority to fight antisemitism, wherever and whenever it happens. She successfully pushed the Coast Guard to reverse course on a policy change that would have downgraded the classification of swastikas from hate symbols to "potentially divisive.” She also introduced bipartisan legislation to strengthen Holocaust education at public schools and increase awareness of Holocaust educational resources available to local communities. Recently, Senator Rosen demanded that the Senate take swift action on proposals that would help address the rising growth of antisemitism across the U.S. MS Now: “I found it actually pretty offensive…It goes hand in hand with the oddness of his rhetoric” Chris Hayes: "The Pharisees thing is very weird. Obviously, it's a biblical reference to a sort of a sectarian division that existed at Jesus's time in the New Testament…but often has been appropriated later by basically Christian antisemites. It has a long history of being deployed in that way. And he was using it also. He was calling like senators, which I found actually pretty offensive. I mean, I'm not Jewish, but so maybe I'm not the one taking the offense. But he called Richard Blumenthal this and then he went back and forth with Senator Jacky Rosen. I want to just play that sound because it is odd. And it ‘s. It goes hand in hand with the, I think, the oddness of his rhetoric, which would be the most charitable way to describe it. Take a listen" CNN: Hegseth Defends the use of Pharisees to Attack Media and Democrats Sen Rosen: “You keep doubling down on this phrase, Mr. Secretary. You compare journalists, you compare us, you compare so many to Pharisees. Pharisees, It's a problematic and historically weaponized term that casts Jewish communities as hypocritical or morally corrupt, you doubled down again and said it. Words matter. Words matter. What you choose to say. How we choose to say it. How do you justify using this language as Secretary of Defense? Words matter if they hurt. “Historically hurtful term, why do you continue to use it? And what actions are you taking to prevent rhetoric like this from permeating throughout the department that is going to target specific groups or individuals of people based on their religion?” Hegseth: “Senator, I feel like it's a pretty accurate term for folks who don't see the plank in their own eye and always want to see what's wrong with an operation, as opposed to the historic success of preventing Iran from getting a nuclear weapon. So I stand by it.” Sen Rosen: “You stand by calling people Pharisees? Sir, I cannot, I cannot stand for that. That is wrong. It is not respectful to people, and I expect anyone who is in leadership in our country to be respectful and use respectful terms and not be an anti-semite.” New York Times: Here are the takeaways from Hegseth’s Senate testimony on the Iran war Hegseth was accused of using antisemitic language. Senator Jacky Rosen, Democrat of Nevada, accused Mr. Hegseth of using antisemitic language when he compared members of Congress and the news media to the Pharisees who criticized Jesus of Nazareth for performing miracles. “It’s a problematic and weaponized term that casts Jewish communities as hypocritical or morally corrupt,” Ms. Rosen said of the defense secretary’s use of the term Pharisee. “Words matter — what you say, how we choose to say it,” she said. “How do you justify using this language as secretary of defense?” “I feel like it’s a pretty accurate term for folks who don’t see the plank in their own eye and always want to see what’s wrong with an operation,” the defense secretary said. “As opposed to the historic success of preventing Iran from getting a nuclear weapons.” The Independent: Nevada senator accuses Hegseth of being ‘antisemite’ in Iran-heavy budget hearing — and he doesn’t refute it Nevada Sen. Jacky Rosen labeled the Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth, an “antisemite” during a charged hearing on Capitol Hill on Thursday that saw the former Fox News chief spar with senators over allegations of spreading a Christian nationalist agenda and leading America into an unpopular conflict with Iran. The moment came after Hegseth remarked to another senator that he sometimes referred to members of the press as “Pharisees”, a term referring to a sect of Jewish thought active thousands of years ago that has come to be used occasionally by non-Jews as a kind of slur meant to describe someone as hypocritical or litigious. During the 2020 presidential campaign, Pete Buttigieg faced criticism from some Jewish figures for using the term. Hegseth remarked to a senator during the hearing, “I looked out at our press corps at the Pentagon and called them the Pharisees in the press, because they look for every problem.” New York Times’ The Daily: Hegseth in the Hot Seat Michael Barbaro: “Finally, there’s a really important exchange about the very idea of dissent and the growing sense, which, Eric, you had mentioned in the beginning of our conversation when it comes to how Hegseth has treated the media, that this Secretary of Defense is not really open to dissent, not really interested in being challenged, whether that’s from the news media or even from Congress.” Eric Schmitt: “You’re right. And he is definitely in the camp of either you’re with us or you’re against us. There’s no gray area in the middle here, where it’s like, we can agree to disagree on these kind of issues. Senator Rosen: “You keep doubling down on this phrase…You compare journalists, you compare us, you compare so many to Pharisees.” Eric Schmitt: “Pharisees in the New Testament, who criticized Jesus of Nazareth for performing miracles.” Senator Rosen: “It’s problematic and historically weaponized term that casts Jewish communities as hypocritical and morally corrupt. You doubled down again and said it.” Eric Schmitt: “And she’s just taken aback by this.” Senator Rosen: “How do you justify using this language as Secretary of Defense? Words matter. It’s a historically hurtful term.” Pete Hegseth: “Senator, I feel like it’s a pretty accurate term for folks who don’t see the plank in their own eye and always want to see what’s wrong with an operation, as opposed to the historic success of preventing Iran from getting a nuclear weapon. So I stand by it.” Senator Rosen: “You stand by calling people Pharisees? Sir, I cannot, I cannot stand for that. That is wrong. It is not respectful to people. And I expect anyone who is in leadership in our country to be respectful and use respectful terms and not be an antisemite.”

Rosen, Cortez Masto, Curtis, Kelly Create National Dark Sky Week - Jacky Rosen

Washington, D.C. – A bipartisan resolution introduced by U.S. Senators Jacky Rosen (D-NV), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV.), John Curtis (R-UT), and Mark Kelly (D-AZ) recognizing the week of April 20th, 2026, as National Dark Sky Week passed the Senate unanimously. The resolution honors the places across the United States, including Great Basin National Park, where the lack of light pollution creates a dark night sky prime for stargazing. “Nevada is home to some of the darkest skies in the country, which can be seen from the Great Basin Star Train out of Ely and Great Basin National Park, giving us a glimpse into the depths of our galaxy,” said Senator Rosen. “I am proud to join Senator Cortez Masto in proclaiming National Dark Skies week, highlighting one of the many wonders that Nevada has to offer and promoting conservation so the views can be enjoyed by generations to come.” “The record-breaking Artemis II mission has renewed the sense of wonder many Americans feel when looking up at the night sky,” said Senator Cortez Masto. “Dark sky places, including Nevada’s very own Great Basin National Park, are the ideal destinations for stargazers searching for the best views of faraway constellations and even the Milky Way. My resolution honors these sites and urges their conservation for future generations.” “As we commit our physical and intellectual resources to exploring space and the stars through programs like Artemis, we should also ensure that every American can connect with our fascinating universe from here on Earth,” said Senator Curtis. “By marking National Dark Sky Week, our resolution provides us a moment to renew our curiosity, celebrate the beauty beyond the Earth’s atmosphere, and work together to reduce light pollution.” “I’ve seen the stars from orbit, but you don’t have to be an astronaut to look up and feel that same curiosity. There’s nothing quite like a clear night sky, and Arizona has some of the best in the country,” said Senator Kelly. “Dark skies inspire kids to study science, brings economic development to our rural communities, and connect us to something bigger than ourselves. That’s worth protecting.” “With the rise of private space travel, rare celestial events like the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse, and the recent Artemis II space mission, curiosity about the skies has never been greater. And Nevada is the perfect destination to explore it, for everyone from beginners to expert stargazers,” said Rafael Villanueva, Chief Executive Officer of Travel Nevada. “Nevada provides a front-row seat to the most spectacular stargazing that awaits visitors to our rural communities. We’re excited for Senator Cortez Masto’s bipartisan resolution to proclaim National Dark Skies Week, bringing rightful attention to our stargazing opportunities.” “Friends of Nevada Wilderness wants to thank Senator Cortez Masto for recognizing National Dark Sky Week and for her longtime support of Nevada’s incredible starry skies,” said Shaaron Netherton, Executive Director of Friends of Nevada Wilderness. “Dark sky tourism has become so important for our rural counties and Nevada is fortunate to have some of the darkest skies in the country. Let’s keep them that way.” “The ability to see pristine dark skies is becoming inaccessible for billions of people around the world, but fortunately, Nevada’s wide open landscape is a huge asset and offers astronomy related pursuits in every corner of the state for first time stargazers to professional astrophotographers. Senator Cortez Masto’s bipartisan resolution to proclaim National Dark Skies Week will help more people enjoy the awe and wonder of unpolluted starry skies and support Nevada small businesses like mine that rely on tourism,” said Liz Woolsey, owner of the Stargazer Inn & Bristlecone General Store in Baker, Nevada. Senator Rosen has been a leader for Nevada’s tourism and public lands in the Senate. She recently called for a Senate hearing on the state of tourism under the Trump Administration, and met with local leaders in the industry to discuss the impact of Trump’s reckless policies on Nevada’s tourism economy. She also supported the bipartisan America the Beautiful Act, to encourage better management of public lands across the country and protect America’s outdoor spaces for generations to come.

VIDEO: Rosen Secures Commitment From Top Military Officer to Recognize Servicemembers Exposed to Radiation While Serving in Nevada - Jacky Rosen

Position: Senator Rosen advocates for federal recognition and support for servicemembers exposed to radiation at the Nevada Test and Training Range, ensuring they receive the same presumption of exposure and PACT Act benefits as Department of Energy employees who served at the same contaminated locations.

Watch the full line of questioning HERE. WASHINGTON, DC – Today, during a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen secured a commitment from the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Dan Caine, to identify, assist, and recognize as exposed those servicemembers who served at locations which another U.S. Government agency deems contaminated, like the Nevada Test and Training Range (NTTR). While Department of Energy (DOE) employees are presumed to have been exposed to radiation within the NTTR, the servicemembers who served alongside them are not. And because their service records are classified, they struggle proving their service location to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This disparity denies these veterans from receiving PACT Act benefits that they are legally owed and would otherwise be entitled to. Senator Rosen has been a consistent advocate for veterans, always fighting to make sure they have access to the full benefits and services they are entitled to. Her bipartisan FORGOTTEN Veterans Act, which is the legislative fix to this issue, recently passed the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee and would recognize the toxic exposure veterans endured at NTTR. Last year, she included much of her FORGOTTEN Veterans Act in the Senate’s National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026. However, Speaker of the House Mike Johnson blocked its inclusion in the final FY2026 NDAA. Separately, this year, Senator Rosen was able to push the Trump Administration into reversing a rule that would have decreased benefits for disabled veterans. In 2022, Senator Rosen helped pass the PACT Act, extending health care and benefits to veterans suffering from a wide range of illnesses, injuries, and disabilities as a result of exposure to toxins. Below are excerpts from the hearing: Senator Rosen: General, as you have acknowledged in your confirmation hearing, servicemembers who served at locations which another U.S. Government agency deems contaminated, like the Nevada Testing Range, should have the same presumption of radiation exposure as DOE employees who served alongside them. But we also must ensure that DOD provides the VA with the records proving that these individuals served there. So this is a problem that DOD has the power to solve. I know we’ve discussed this. General Caine, will you commit to ensuring parity for DOD personnel who served in locations that the U.S. Government has already deemed contaminated, identifying those who served in such locations, and providing documentation of that service to the VA so they can receive the veterans benefits that they have earned? General Caine: You bet, ma'am. Since our last time together on this, we have continued to chip away at removing, or figuring out how to get past that one particular blocking in that record so that the data flows normally. I am committed to trying to solve that for those leaders and teammates who were out there at that site. Sen. Rosen: Thank you. We look forward to continuing to work with you on that.