DeLauro Statement in Support of Father Patrick Conroy

NEW HAVEN, CT — Today, Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) issued the following statement in response to reports that Father Patrick J. Conroy, the Chaplain of the House of Representatives, was rescinding his letter of resignation.

"I stand with Father Conroy's decision to rescind his resignation and serve through the duration of his term. He has carried out his duties with dignity and commitment, and has never wavered in his strong pastoral presence on behalf of the entire House of Representatives. Speaker Ryan did the right thing by refraining from further politicization of the Office of House Chaplain and reversing his decision to terminate Father Conroy."