Elijah Cummings
The late Elijah Cummings represented Maryland's 7th congressional district from 1996 until 2019. Before that he served in the Maryland House of Delegates from 1983 to 1996. He died on October 17, 2019, receiving the honor of being the first African American lawmaker to lay in state in the U.S. Capitol.
Four Arrested in 2011 Killing of Rep. Elijah Cummings' Nephew
"While my son is lying cold in his coffin, these guys are out there running the streets, so it's good to have them off the streets," Christopher's dad, James Cummings, said.
Rubio Mistakenly Tweets Photo of Elijah Cummings in Memorial to John Lewis
Rubio deleted the original tweet and then shared a video of himself with Lewis at a Martin Luther King celebration.
Trump Says Pelosi Should Clean Up San Francisco, Not Impeach Him
The president had made a similar criticism of the city of the late Baltimore Democrat Elijah Cummings.
Obama Throws Subtle Shade At Some Elected Officials At Cummings Funeral
"There is nothing weak about being honorable. You are not a sucker to have integrity and to treat others with respect," Obama said during his remarks.
Donald Trump Skips Elijah Cummings Funeral and Capitol Memorial Service
A copy of the president's schedule released to the press this morning shows that Trump had nothing planned until 11:40 a.m.
Pallbearer Refuses to Shake Mitch McConnell's Hand at Cummings' Memorial
Senate Majority Leader appears shocked following apparent snub at Capitol service for 68-year-old who died earlier this month.
Cher Tweets Offer to Pay Legal Costs for Security Guard Fired Over Slur
The legendary performer retweeted a quote from an interview Marlon Anderson gave local station News 3, writing "How can [People] Be This Disrespectful!?"
Trump Praises Elijah Cummings as 'Highly Respected Political Leader'
President pays tribute to 68-year-old after previously calling his district a "rodent-infested mess."
Howard University Mourns Elijah Cummings, Among Its 'Highest-Ranking' Grads
The death of Cummings has garnered an outpouring of support, including from his alma mater.
Rep. Elijah Cummings' 'This Is Our Watch' Speech Resurfaces After His Death
"I'm begging the American people to pay attention to what is going on."
Congressman Elijah Cummings Dies at 68
Cummings was head of the House Committee for Oversight and Reform, and had been away from work following a medical procedure.
Baltimore Protesters Explain Why They Are Against Trump Returning to City
Trump will speak at the 2019 House Republican Conference Member Retreat Dinner at the Maryland city later this week.
DHS Blocks Congressional Staffers from Migrant Detention Centers
Staffers of the House Oversight Committee were allegedly told troubling accounts by migrant detainees, including toddlers forced to eat burritos and kids told to drink spilled soup off the floor.
Trump Administration Tried to Cut Baltimore Anti-Rat Program Prior to Rant
The Trump administration proposed cutting funding for Baltimore's central rat extermination program just prior to President Donald Trump's "rodent infested mess" rant against the city last month.
Baltimore Sun Asked Readers to Respond to Trump's Attacks on the City
After Donald Trump called Baltimore a "disgusting rat and rodent infested mess" last month, the local newspaper asked its readers to respond to the president's attacks.
For Baltimore to Recover, It Needs a Complete Reinvention
The truth is that previous attempts to save the city have failed. A bold new plan is desperately needed.
Top Democrat Elijah Cummings Doubtful GOP Will Act on Gun Control
"Let me be clear: You have a lot of talk — ta ta ta ta ta ta ta talk! But In the end — in the end — nothing happens," House Oversight Committee Chairman Elijah Cummings told reporters.
Kellyanne Conway's Nikki Haley Tweet Violated Hatch Act, Watchdog Says
"Violating the Hatch Act after you should have already been fired for violating the Hatch Act doesn't make it any less of a violation," the watchdog tweeted.
Kellyanne Conway, Nikki Haley Clash Over Trump's Elijah Cummings Tweet
Conway quote tweeted Haley's, "This is so unnecessary," tweet and remarked, "THIS is so unnecessary Trump-PENCE2020."
What We Need in Baltimore From Trump Is Less Tweeting and More Action
This city is inhabited by the very people the president swore an oath on the Bible to protect, serve and lead, and the federal government has a vital role to play in its recovery.
Congressman Elijah Cummings Home Burglarized Hours Before Trump's Tweets
Baltimore police reported that Congressman Elijah Cummings' home was burglarized early Saturday morning.
Trump May Be Crude, but Baltimore Really Is Spiraling—That's Why I Left
Though it is perfectly legitimate to express outrage over President Donald Trump's tweet, it's equally legitimate to talk about the failed leadership by Democrats of this once-great city.
Fox News Contributor Says Trump's 'Best Skill' Is Making Opponents 'Crazy'
Michael Goodwin argued that Democrats slamming Trump as "racist" will backfire for the president's opponents.
HUD Secretary Ben Carson Says Trump 'Happy To' Work With Elijah Cummings
HUD Secretary Ben Carson, a longtime Baltimore neurosurgeon, said President Donald Trump told him he's willing to work with Congressman Elijah Cummings to help "bring relief" to the city's poorest residents.
Christian Pastor Insists Trump Isn't a Racist Because He 'Attacks Anybody'
"I find President Trump [a] leader of all colors. He attacks who he will. He's his own man," Reverend Bill Owens said.
MLK's Niece Defends Trump Against 'Fake' Racism Accusations
"He's not a racist, absolutely is not," Alveda King insisted.
Baltimore Christian Leaders Condemn Donald Trump Over Attacks
"Good leaders lift up, call people together, and bring out the best in them. Slamming individuals and whole communities is not leadership; it's regression," said the coalition of Baltimore religious leaders.
Video: CNN's Lemon Calls Trump 'Race-baiter-in-chief' for Baltimore Slurs
The president prompted outrage when he attacked Rep. Elijah Cummings and described his Baltimore district as "disgusting" and "rat-infested."
Fox News Host Says He'd Take Border Detention Center Over Baltimore
Sean Hannity said he would rather live in a migrant detention center than "some of these liberal cities."
