St. Paul Reporter

Rep. Betty McCollum, a seasoned politician currently serving Minnesota’s 4th district in the U.S. Congress, shared her latest thoughts and reflections in a series of tweets. On April 12, 2025, McCollum addressed key political issues, gathering public support, and community strength in holding the government accountable.

On April 12, McCollum criticized the Republican-led initiative to enact significant reductions in Medicaid and food assistance programs by stating, "Republicans are making the largest cuts to Medicaid in American history and cuts to food assistance. Why? To pass massive tax cuts for billionaires like Elon Musk." The tweet highlights her disapproval of budgetary priorities favoring billionaires over essential services.

In a separate tweet on the same day, McCollum expressed gratitude towards her constituents for their participation and engagement in a town hall meeting, saying, "Thank you to the hundreds that attended the town hall today. You are the reason I have the power to push back. I’m empowered to fight back through your action. Together, we are making a difference through victories in the court. You are making a difference!" This message illustrates her reliance on community support to drive political action.

Further expressing a call to collective action, McCollum asserted Minnesotans' capacity to challenge administrative policies, declaring, "Minnesotans are not powerless to hold the Trump administration accountable. We are stronger together." This tweet emphasizes unity and vigilance among her supporters.

A veteran legislator, Betty McCollum has served in the U.S. Congress since 2001 after succeeding Bruce Vento. Before her congressional tenure, she was a member of the Minnesota House of Representatives from 1993 to 2001, and she continues to reside in Saint Paul, Minnesota.

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