Introducing Madam Congress with Teresa Leger Fernández and Lois Frankel

On the Inaugural episode of Madam Congress, DWC Chair Teresa Leger Fernández and Chair Emerita Lois Frankel break down DWC’s work to fight back against Trump and the Republican Trifecta. Chair Emerita Frankel also reflects on her longtime leadership of DWC and shares advice with Chair Leger Fernández. 

The pair ends the episode with a lightning round of questions—tune in to hear about their hobbies, favorite musicians, and more.

This episode was recorded on January 22, 2025.

What is Madam Congress?

The Democratic Women's Caucus is made up of the 96 women in the U.S. House of Representatives fighting everyday for women and families. Madame Congress features DWC members talking about their work to uplift women and families' priorities in D.C. and across the country. In 20-30-minute episodes, members discuss women-centered legislative priorities, lessons they’ve learned as female leaders, and what life is like as a Member of Congress.