Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland

Proudly representing #WA10. Fighting for a nation that is safe, just, and secure for all. @TheBlackCaucus @CAPAC @NewDemCoalition @TransportDems @HASCDemocrats

[Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland @RepStricklandWA]

I am pleased to support much-needed community projects and #deliverfortheSouthSound.

This funding will create local jobs, and make our home a cleaner, safer, and more affordable place to live and work.

[Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland @RepStricklandWA]

Today and every day, we honor the courage, dedication, and sacrifice of all veterans who served our country. I’m deeply grateful for their service and am committed to ensuring they receive the care, resources, and support they have earned.

[New Democrat Coalition (NDC) @NewDemCoalition]

Thrilled to announce @RepStricklandWA as the next Vice Chair for Communications for the 120th Congress!

She is laser-focused on talking about the issues that working Americans actually care about and will be an important voice for our caucus.

[Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland @RepStricklandWA]

Honored and excited to take on a new leadership role as Vice Chair for Communications of the @NewDemCoalition! Looking forward to working with my colleagues to build a more affordable and fair country. 

Read more: https://t.co/CJI04IepvO

[Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland @RepStricklandWA]

Since his nomination, I have been sounding the alarm about Hegseth’s dangerous incompetence. 

An impeachment vote cannot come soon enough.

[Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland @RepStricklandWA]

Despite their best efforts to intimidate and suppress voters, Americans ended the cruel and chaotic Republican trifecta at the ballot box. 

@HouseDemocrats hear you loud and clear. Now it’s time to get to work to deliver affordability & accountability.

[Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland @RepStricklandWA]

Tariffs on the wrapper.
A war in Iran driving up the cost of shipping it.
Republican cuts to food aid for the family buying it.

Trump and Republicans didn’t just raise the price of candy, they raised the price of everything around it.

[Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland @RepStricklandWA]

Through their Canine-Assisted Warrior Therapy and service dog programs, @paws4ph provides life-changing support for veterans and servicemembers with PTSD and traumatic brain injuries. It was great to see the benefits of this program in action and learn about their work supporting our #SouthSound veterans and servicemembers.

[Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland @RepStricklandWA]

Record numbers at Thurston County food pantries show the impact that Trump and Republicans’ SNAP cuts are having on families across the #SouthSound. When food assistance is stripped away, families and vulnerable neighbors are forced to turn to already overburdened community resources. 

House Democrats remain committed to fighting back against these cruel cuts, protecting SNAP benefits, and supporting local food pantries.
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[Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland @RepStricklandWA]

Trump and Congressional Republicans claimed their Big Ugly Bill would lower your costs. 

Every income group is paying more this year in taxes and consumer costs — except the richest 1%.
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[Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland @RepStricklandWA]

When Democrats win back the majority, our top priority will be to make life easier for Americans. Part of that is making sure that everyone can access nutritious foods by reversing the harm of the Big Ugly Bill.
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[Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland @RepStricklandWA]

More than 57,000 Washingtonians have lost their SNAP benefits because of Trump and Republicans’ cruel cuts. Yesterday, I was joined by #SouthSound organizations and leaders to discuss the impacts and the work ahead of us to ensure no person goes hungry.

[Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland @RepStricklandWA]

Despite promising to “end inflation” and bring down costs on day one, Trump and Republicans in Congress have pushed prices even higher. Because of their reckless tariffs, war in Iran, and more, #SouthSound families are paying: 

🧾$5,200+ more for goods and services
🏠$1,066 more on housing costs
🛒$310 more for groceries last year than in 2024
⛽️Combined $150 million on gas since the beginning of Trump’s war with Iran

[Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland @RepStricklandWA]

Trump and Congressional Republicans are trying to repeal the Roadless Rule, which has played a crucial role in national environmental conservation efforts for decades.

If they are successful, millions of acres of national forest land would be opened for construction and development, jeopardizing the people and wildlife who depend on it. https://t.co/tNQMurf9aQ

[Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland @RepStricklandWA]

The South Sound National Organization for Women is part of a powerful network working for gender justice at every level. It was an honor to receive a certificate of appreciation from them, Zonta Club of Olympia, and Soroptimist International as we continue advocating for the Equal Rights Amendment.

[Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland @RepStricklandWA]

On #IndigenousPeoplesDay, we honor the history and resilience of Indigenous communities across the #SouthSound and country. I will continue to uplift voices from the Chehalis, Nisqually, Puyallup, and Squaxin Tribes and advocate for the recognition of treaty rights.

[Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland @RepStricklandWA]

Read more about how the cuts by Trump and Congressional Republicans will impact you and your family: https://t.co/tP5OVgcRQZ

[Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland @RepStricklandWA]

Last year, Trump and Republicans let Affordable Care Act credits expire and cut over $1.5 trillion from Medicaid & Medicare to give billionaires a tax cut. Whether you rely on Medicaid, Medicare, the ACA marketplace, or job-based health insurance, the cost of your care will go up next year as their cruel cuts continue to take effect.

[Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland @RepStricklandWA]

Three years ago today, Hamas broke a cease fire and launched their horrific attack on Israel.

For enduring peace to prevail in the Middle East, all parties must commit to coexistence without the threat of violence and terrorism.

[Judy Chu @RepJudyChu]

More than 30% of children entering Head Start come from families who speak a language other than English at home.

Now, @HHSGov wants to eliminate longstanding language protections that help these kids learn and their families participate in their education.

The research is clear: supporting a child’s home language helps them learn English and succeed in school. That’s why I led @RepGraceMeng, @RepEspaillat, @RepYvetteClarke, @RepStricklandWA, and @RepJuanVargas in demanding Secretary Kennedy withdraw this harmful proposal.

[Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland @RepStricklandWA]

Pete Hegseth is hurting our military readiness during a war he helped start.

The highly-qualified Black and female officers who he blocks from promotions have already been thoroughly vetted. He is preventing candidates from strengthening our national security.

[Scott MacFarlane @MacFarlaneNews]

"Oh I think there is racism, there is sexism, there is homophobia and there is anti-trans... all wrapped into one"

Rep. Marilyn Strickland (D-WA), a House Armed Services Committee member, reacts to Pete Hegseth's proclamation of "No DEI" in the Defense Dept.