Madam Speaker: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at the U.S. Speaker of the House (May 20–May 24, 2019)

This week, the Speaker welcomed Members of Congress and guests to celebrate 100 years since House passage of the 19th Amendment, met with Members of Congress and Chef José Andrés to talk about their continued efforts to support Puerto Rico and also welcomed the Bay Area Council (BAC).

Take a look at this week’s behind-the-scenes photos:

Speaker Pelosi at Rep. Velazquez’s Power 4 Puerto Rico Breakfast Meeting, where they discussed House Democrats’ passage of a strong disaster relief package and the need for Medicaid assistance for the people of Puerto Rico. May 23, 2019 (Photo by Julio Obscura)

Tuesday, the Speaker welcomed Members of Congress and guests to celebrate 100 years since the House voted to secure women’s voting rights by passing the 19th Amendment. May 21, 2019 (Photo by Julio Obscura)

On Thursday, Speaker Pelosi met with members of the Bay Area Council (BAC) to discuss health care, housing, homelessness, immigration and other topics of importance to San Francisco. May 23, 2019 (Photo by Julio Obscura)

Speaker Pelosi surrounded by staff and reporters moments after a press conference held after the President abandoned his promise to work with Democrats to launch a historic infrastructure initiative. May 22, 2019 (Photo by Julio Obscura)

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