Trump and Republicans Own This Shutdown
Trump and Republicans have already voted to raise Americans’ health insurance costs. They’re even willing to shut down the government to make it happen. They control the White House and Congress. They own this shutdown and the rising healthcare costs.
Hurricane Helene Federal Aid
Hurricane Helene devastated our state a year ago. North Carolinians are resilient. WNC has made great strides rebuilding and recovering, but the federal government cannot abandon them now. I’ll keep fighting to make sure Helene victims get the federal aid they need and deserve.
Trump Obsessed with Personal Grievances
The President is using the power of the federal government to target his political adversaries. Trump and his cronies are obsessed with his personal grievances, not the issues facing working Americans. Read more from the AP News article, Ex-FBI Director James Comey indicted after Trump pushes for prosecution of longtime foe.
Government Shutdown Includes Threats to Fire Federal Staff
Republicans control the White House and Congress. They’d rather shut down the government than extend tax credits people need to afford insurance. Now, Trump is threatening to fire federal staff over the shutdown he’s causing. Trump is not working to help Americans.
Free Speech
This is a massive victory for free speech in America. And it shows that when we stand up and speak out, we can make things happen. Read more in the WRAL News article, ABC ends Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension and his show will return Tuesday.
We Refuse to Let Trump Exploit a Tragedy
Clearly, many in our politics — including some of my fellow lawmakers — want to use Charlie Kirk’s horrific death to pull us even further apart. They want to take advantage of this awful tragedy to score political points. I’m not going to fall into that trap. This moment demands a re-dedication to fundamental principles. […]
Democrats Refuse to Accept Healthcare-Gutting Bill
The Democratic funding bill in the Senate got more votes than the Republican option. If Republicans were serious about keeping the government open, we would’ve voted on it in the House too. Instead, Republican leadership gave us their bill that will cut healthcare funding. Read more in The New York Times article, Democrats Block G.O.P. […]
Check Your Voter Registration
Your vote is your voice. Today is National Voter Registration Day. Check your registration via the NC State Board of Elections.
Costs Rising Across US
Inflation is still high. Grocery and energy costs are rising. Trump’s tariffs are causing chaos all around us. Instead of addressing these issues, Trump and Republicans passed their Big Ugly Law to gut food assistance and Medicaid and give billionaires tax breaks. It’s shameful.
Republicans Likely to Cause Shutdown
With a shutdown looming this month, Republicans are still set on their plan to take away healthcare from millions of Americans and give tax breaks to billionaires. If there is a shut down, it’s because Republicans chose it over a budget that serves the American people.