Ritchie Torres
Ritchie Torres is a Democratic congressman representing New York's 15th congressional district. He is known for his advocacy on issues affecting marginalized communities and has been a vocal supporter of social justice initiatives. Recently, Torres expressed his views on the significance of the Black national anthem being performed at the Super Bowl, emphasizing the importance of visibility and the NFL's acknowledgment of its racial history.
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Democratic Rep. Ritchie Torres introduced a bill aimed at curbing government employees' involvement in politically-related event contracts.
Prediction markets under scrutiny after anonymous trader pockets $400,000 from Maduro’s capture
Canada· 2026-01-11
Ritchie Torres commented on the impact of Mamdani’s support on other candidates.
‘They’re attacking their own’: DC Democrats irked by surge of left-wing challengers with House majority on the line
United States· 2025-12-21
Rep. Ritchie Torres expressed concerns about social media's impact on the mental health of the next generation.
Australian social media ban for teens sparks renewed calls for US actionUnited States· 2025-12-13
Ritchie Torres is a congressman from the Bronx mentioned as a possible candidate for the Senate.
How the shutdown left Democrats questioning Chuck Schumer’s future more than everUnited States· 2025-11-16
Ritchie Torres quipped about the proposal for a 32-hour work week for congressional staffers.
DNC staff slam ‘callous’ return-to-office rule leading to online mockeryUnited States· 2025-11-14
Rep. Ritchie Torres described the funding bill as an unconditional surrender that abandons millions of Americans whose healthcare premiums are about to double.
Axelrod says Schumer won't be Democratic leader by 2027 election cycleUnited States· 2025-11-11
Rep. Ritchie Torres described the proposal as an unconditional surrender regarding healthcare.
Democrats fracture as Senate move to end shutdown exposes party divideUnited States· 2025-11-10
Ritchie Torres discusses the impact of the situation in Gaza on his identity as a Jewish politician.
O estranho talk show de Adam Friedland | Streaming
Portugal· 2025-10-19
Ritchie Torres described the indictment of Letitia James as an abuse of power.
Democrats and Republicans clash over NY AG Letitia James' federal indictmentUnited States· 2025-10-10
Rep. Ritchie Torres said that everyone should have the right to speak freely, otherwise America's democratic tradition could be threatened.
WATCH: Rhetoric and free speech collide after Kirk assassination, lawmakers reactUnited States· 2025-09-20
Rep. Ritchie Torres expressed concern about the rise of violent extremism and domestic terrorism in the age of social media.
Domestic terror threats top worry for Congress members on 9/11 anniversaryUnited States· 2025-09-12
Congressman Ritchie Torres celebrated the friendship and strategic partnership between the two countries.
Des congressmen US réaffirment la reconnaissance par les Etats-Unis de la souveraineté du Maroc sur son Sahara
Morocco· 2025-08-29
Ritchie Torres is a member of the Financial Services Committee.
Rencontre entre Mohamed Ali Nafti et une délégation du Congrès américain – La Presse de Tunisie
Tunisia· 2025-08-28
Ritchie Torres is a congressman from New York and one of the staunchest supporters of Israel on the Democratic side.
ישראל מאבדת גם את דור הימין הבא בארה"ב
Israel· 2025-08-27
Ritchie Torres is mentioned as a Republican congressman who declared that Israel's actions in Gaza amount to genocide.
זה העולם בו אנו חיים, וכרגע אנחנו נראים בו רע מאודIsrael· 2025-08-02
Dem Rep. on DNC ignoring Biden's decision to run in election review: 'An autopsy should address the actual cause of death'.
Fareed’s take: Trump’s immigration woes give Democrats an opportunityUnited States· 2025-07-21
Democratic New York Rep. Ritchie Torres posted to X urging Trump and Bondi to release the Epstein files.
MAGA supporters clash with Trump over Epstein case and Bondi defenseUnited States· 2025-07-13
Torres is mentioned in the context of political discussions.
Hear what Pence thinks is behind Trump’s shift on PutinUnited States· 2025-07-11
Rep. Ritchie Torres, D-N.Y., blasted Democratic New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani on Monday for not condemning the slogan, 'Globalize the intifada.'
NY Times faces backlash over Mamdani college application storyUnited States· 2025-07-05
Rep. Ritchie Torres criticized Mamdani's comments regarding the phrase 'Globalize the Intifada.'
Middle East tensions spill into NYC mayoral race over Mamdani commentsUnited States· 2025-06-19
Rep. Ritchie Torres was one of the New York Democrats who criticized President Trump's budget proposal.
Trump budget poses 'existential threat' to NYC homeland security, Dems warnUnited States· 2025-06-17
Ritchie Torres is a council member from the Bronx who expressed concern over the loss of control during the protests.
Oriente Occidente di Rampini | Cinque anni fa le proteste per George Floyd: l'America verso un bis dell'estate 2020?
Italy· 2025-06-11
Ritchie Torres is a congressman who believes in redemption for Elon Musk despite his past actions.
Конгрессмены-демократы предложили «дать Маску шанс» после ссоры с Трампом — РБК
Russia· 2025-06-06
Rep. Ritchie Torres is also considering a primary challenge against Gov. Kathy Hochul.
Trump ally Stefanik signals potential run against Hochul for New York governorUnited States· 2025-06-04
Congressman Ritchie Torres stated that Dylan entered the United States legally and has no criminal history.
Protestaron en Nueva York por arresto de estudiante venezolano tras cita de inmigración
Venezuela· 2025-05-30
Representative Ritchie Torres, a Democrat from the Bronx, said that Donald Trump’s greatest achievement lies in beginning to break the blue walls in states like New York.
How Donald Trump Has Remade America’s Political LandscapeUnited States· 2025-05-25
Ritchie Torres raised concerns about the ethical implications of the aircraft donation from Qatar.
بیانیه پنتاگون در خصوص هواپیمای اهدایی قطر به ترامپ | ترامپ: مگر احمق باشم که ...
Iran· 2025-05-22
Ritchie Torres is mentioned for adding an additional 'D' of disinformation to the criticisms of Israel.
Un baño de realidadVenezuela· 2025-05-15
Democratic representative Ritchie Torres condemned it as a 'flying grift' that violates the constitution’s emoluments clause.
Donald Trump doubles down on luxury aircraft gift from Qatar | Donald Trump
United Kingdom· 2025-05-14
Rep. Ritchie Torres wrote to the Government Accountability Office, deriding the deal as a 'flying grift.'
Boeing 747 gift from Qatar to DOD sparks constitutional debate over Air Force OneUnited States· 2025-05-14