Memphis | Member of House Intelligence Committee | Champion for Justice and Civil Rights on Judiciary Committee | House Ranking Member of Helsinki Commission
The Trump Administration cancelled nearly 300 cost-cutting energy projects to punish Americans who did not vote for Trump. And they lied about it. Families are struggling and instead of doing anything to help, Republicans are voting to raise your costs and hand out tax breaks to billionaires – all while Trump wages a reckless and deadly war and dictates which Americans he deems “worthy” of jobs and prosperity.
Newly public court documents confirm that the Trump Admin admitted, under oath, to killing thousands of good jobs, ripping away opportunities from hardworking families, and raising energy costs for entire communities so they could punish Americans for their political views. This is what corruption looks like. https://t.co/fdFLdKH0K5
Last Friday, I visited the Alpha Omega Veterans Service to celebrate the federal funding I secured for this great organization that is focused on “Helping Veterans Help Themselves.”
Hegseth is asking Congress for $70 billion more to fund his failed war, yet Trump won’t even pay taxes on his $2.4 billion income. President Trump, bring your chips to the table.
Lifting export restrictions on an advanced microchip for China to buy doesn't seem very "America first" to me. Trump is aiding our adversaries and threatening our national security.
Since the passage of Trump’s OBBB,
· 4 million people have lost SNAP benefits
· 1.5 million children have lost SNAP benefits
SNAP can be the difference between food on the table and going hungry.
SNAP is needed now more than ever, but instead of working to lower the cost of living for American’s, Trump is waging a costly war with Iran.
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Flew into DC. The reflecting pool is empty. Reminds me of the president's brain ;passed the Kennedy center the tarp is still up reminded me of the president's vanity.
Just go away Trump go away. Going to ask Senator Markey to work with him on his impeachment resolution.
BREAKING: In a stunning and deeply alarming move, the Postmaster General has announced that the USPS will REFUSE to deliver mail-in ballots for the 2026 midterm elections to any state that does not comply with Donald Trump’s so-called “election integrity” executive order.
Let that sink in.
This is a direct attack on voting rights and a blatant attempt to strong-arm states into submission by threatening Americans’ access to the ballot box.
The Postal Service….an institution meant to serve EVERYONE—is now being weaponized to influence elections.
Democracy is not optional. Voting is not conditional. And no president gets to decide who can and cannot participate in our elections.
This should outrage every American, regardless of party.
After hearing President Trump’s address tonight, it is clear he is still fixated on the 2020 election, an election that dozens and dozens of audits and court rulings established he lost. Sowing doubt about election results, I fear, is preparation for attempting to undo the loss Republicans will suffer in the midterms. We must remain vigilant in recognizing his lies and in protecting our democracy.
Congressman John Lewis was an outstanding man who fought for his beloved community and equality for all Americans. We were allies and I was pleased to be able to speak with him often during our time in the House together. We fought for healthcare together, particularly the Affordable Care Act. I was honored when he chose to cosponsor my impeachment articles against Trump during his first term. It was one of the very few bills he sponsored.
If we had passed the John Lewis Voting Rights Act, the Supreme Court would not have been able to make the CALLAIS decision, allowing Memphis to be split into three districts. The 9th District of TN, or central Memphis, which I currently serve and which was served by Congressman Ford Junior and Senior before me, will probably never be served by another.
After hearing President Trump’s address tonight, it is clear he is still fixated on the 2020 election, an election that dozens and dozens of audits and court rulings established he lost. Sowing doubt about election results, I fear, is preparation for attempting to undo the loss Republicans will suffer in the midterms. We must remain vigilant in recognizing his lies and in protecting our democracy.
“Patriotism…celebrates the strength of American values.” -Secretary Bessent
Trump tried to overthrow the government on January 6, 2021.
Patriotism, NOT. American values, NOT!!
As America commemorates 250 years of independence, the @usmint will begin striking this new $1 gold coin to honor the enduring legacy of liberty and a lasting symbol of patriotism. Featuring President Trump, it celebrates the strength of American values, and the promise of a nation dedicated to preserving freedom for all.
I previously wrote Treasury Secretary Bessent protesting putting President Trump’s face on the $1 coin because it is a violation of law for a living president to be featured on money. Secretary Bessent said coinage is not the same as currency. But now Trump is adding his signature to the $100 bill.
Coinage may be different from currency, but an incumbent president having his visage or signature used in this way just shows Trump’s enormous and shameless ego. https://t.co/yOhbQ6zomW
Trump is planning for chaos, not for a smooth transition of power. He will try to influence the outcome of the next election, and whether it’s him or somebody else he has chosen, he will use the National Guard to impose his rule on any protests or demonstrations.
The National Guard will remain deployed in Washington, D.C., through Inauguration Day 2029 as part of President Trump's anti-crime mission in the city, unless the president deems otherwise, the Pentagon confirmed to NPR.
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