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Congresswoman Betty McCollum

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Proudly representing Minnesota's Fourth District in the U.S. House of Representatives | Member of @democrats-appropriations.house.gov

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Congresswoman Betty McCollum @mccollum.house.gov · Jan 28

President Trump told the American people that he wanted to be a dictator on day one. Now in office, he and his administration are making good on that promise with illegal and unconstitutional actions that directly threaten Americans’ economic, personal, and national security.

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Congresswoman Betty McCollum @mccollum.house.gov · 1h

Congratulations to AFGE members and all federal employees on a major victory in the fight against the illegal mass firings instituted by President Trump and Russ Vought!

The Wall Street Journal @wsj.com · 2h

A judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration from moving ahead with mass firings of federal employees while the government is shut down.

Judge Temporarily Blocks Move to Fire Federal Employees During Shutdown

A federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration from moving ahead with mass firings of federal employees while the government is shut down.

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Congresswoman Betty McCollum @mccollum.house.gov · 2h

I’m in Washington with my fellow Democrats working to re-open government and ensure Americans can afford their health care. Since Republicans shut down government 15 days ago, House GOP has been AWOL, refusing to negotiate with Democrats to prevent skyrocketing costs for millions.

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Congresswoman Betty McCollum @mccollum.house.gov · 4h

When it comes to making your healthcare affordable with ACA tax credits, there’s not a penny to be found. But Trump had no problem giving permanent tax breaks to the ultra-wealthy and giant corporations, and now a $40 billion handout to his friend in Argentina. Doesn't sound like America First!

Argentine Bonds Jump on News US Lining Up $40 Billion in Aid

Argentina’s sovereign bonds jumped Wednesday after media outlets reported that US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent outlined financial aid that would total $40 billion to Javier Milei’s government, dou...

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Congresswoman Betty McCollum @mccollum.house.gov · 6h

President Trump is using his shutdown as cover to implement Project 2025. Federal law requires support for students with disabilities, but Russ Vought just fired all the Department of Education staff overseeing those funds. Trump is determined to let waste, fraud, and abuse run rampant.

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Congresswoman Betty McCollum @mccollum.house.gov · 8h

SCAM Alert: If you or a loved one receive a letter, text, or email from the U.S. Supreme Court encouraging cooperation with an ongoing legal proceeding, do not engage or provide info. To file a scam report and learn more from SSA: oig.ssa.gov/scam-alerts/...

Office of the Inspector General

The Office of the Inspector General is directly responsible for meeting the statutory mission of promoting economy, efficiency, and effectiveness in the administration of Social Security Administratio...

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Congresswoman Betty McCollum @mccollum.house.gov · 1d

There's something really fishy going on in Washington. It's time for Congress to get back to work.

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Congresswoman Betty McCollum @mccollum.house.gov · 1d

It’s clear that Republicans are uninterested in showing up to Washington to end the multi-week government shutdown they created. I’m in DC along with many of my Democratic colleagues as we fight to save the Affordable Care Act and re-open the government.

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Congresswoman Betty McCollum @mccollum.house.gov · 2d

Happy Indigenous Peoples Day — A day to recognize the rich contributions and influence Indigenous Americans and Tribal nations have made to our country, communities, and shared history. Learn more on how to celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day in Minnesota ⬇️ www.mprnews.org/story/2025/1...

How to celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day around Minnesota

Indigenous Peoples Day is Monday, Oct. 13. Check out these events to begin celebrating over the weekend and into Monday with community, art markets, music and food.

www.mprnews.org

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Congresswoman Betty McCollum @mccollum.house.gov · 2d

The U.S. Navy has protected our nation for 250 years. Today we celebrate the millions of brave sailors and thank them for their service. Happy Birthday 250th, Navy! ⚓

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Congresswoman Betty McCollum @mccollum.house.gov · 4d

The City of Falcon Heights is hosting a Fall Fest this Saturday, October 11th from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM — Offering family friendly activities like a meet and greet with first responders, a fire truck walkthrough, bounce house, and more. www.falconheights.org/residents/ci...

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Congresswoman Betty McCollum @mccollum.house.gov · 4d

Want a sure sign of pumpkin season? The Stillwater Harvest Fest returns this weekend to the St. Croix River with a 100-yard pumpkin race down the river, along with a 100-foot pumpkin drop, live music, and other festivities. Find out more below. www.harvestfeststillwater.com

Home | Stillwater Harvest Fest

Always TONS of fun and a #SmashingGoodTime is had by all! Giant pumpkins, pumpkin regatta, chili cook off, beer and wine garden, bingo, live music, giant pumpkin drop and more!

www.harvestfeststillwater.com

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Congresswoman Betty McCollum @mccollum.house.gov · 4d

Highway closure alert! I-94 westbound will be closed Friday 10 PM – Monday 5 AM between I-35E and Dale St. I- 94 Eastbound will be closed from Hwy 280 to University Ave E. Workers will began replacing John Ireland Boulevard Bridge. The bridge will be closed until August 2026.

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Congresswoman Betty McCollum @mccollum.house.gov · 4d

Saint Paul Art Crawl fall exhibits are open now through the weekend, bringing communities together to showcase local artists at 25+ locations across the city. stpaulartcollective.org/spac-fall-ar...

SPAC Fall Art Crawl 2025_2 | St Paul Art Collective

Saint Paul Art Crawl event page

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Congresswoman Betty McCollum @mccollum.house.gov · 5d

Today, I heard from small business owners who are facing premiums and other negative impacts from the Republican’s Big Ugly Law. They urged Republicans to work with Democrats to urgently address this health care crisis and reopen the federal government.

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Congresswoman Betty McCollum @mccollum.house.gov · 5d

Our federal employees are public servants who provide services that Americans rely on. They deserve to be treated with dignity and respect and to have the government open so they can get back to work for the American people.

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Congresswoman Betty McCollum @mccollum.house.gov · 5d

Trump and Musk already illegally tried to fire hundreds of thousands of public servants earlier this year. Now Trump and Russ Vought are using the Republican government shutdown as an excuse try it again.

Trump officials say "substantial" federal worker layoffs have begun

Russell Vought announced the cuts Friday.

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Congresswoman Betty McCollum @mccollum.house.gov · 5d

Families, neighbors, and visitors are benefiting from the strong partnerships and public safety efforts led by Ramsey County Attorney John Choi and the Saint Paul Police Department.

St. Paul solved more crimes, had drastically fewer homicides in 2025

A remarkable shift is under way in St. Paul. The city is on track for a 70 percent drop in homicides by the end of 2025. And they’re solving more than 70 percent of crimes.

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Congresswoman Betty McCollum @mccollum.house.gov · 6d

Today, I am thinking of the families who are embracing their formerly captive relatives, those receiving the remains of their deceased relatives, and those who are mourning the loss of their friends, family, and ancestral homes.

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Congresswoman Betty McCollum @mccollum.house.gov · 6d

In war, the wounds sustained by the innocent take the longest to heal. This agreement marks a new day in this conflict, but our work is far from over. The hope of lasting peace can only be realized through cooperation, courage, and commitment to peace.

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Congresswoman Betty McCollum @mccollum.house.gov · 6d

It is my hope that as we seize this moment of peace, that the rebuilding effort focus on the needs of the people of Gaza and respects the sovereignty of the people of the West Bank. The Palestinian people must have a clear path to achieve freedom and statehood.

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Congresswoman Betty McCollum @mccollum.house.gov · 6d

Palestinians and Israelis deserve to live in peace. Now, it is time to rebuild Gaza. The international community must rush as much aid as possible to Gaza as quickly as possible, and the U.S. must continue to work with our partners in the region to rapidly bring this war to a close.

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Congresswoman Betty McCollum @mccollum.house.gov · 6d

Now that American, Turkish, Qatari, and Egyptian mediators have reached this agreement, the difficult work begins as they work together to reach a deal that results in the release of all remaining hostages, the permanent withdrawal of Israeli forces, and an end of Israel’s bombing campaign in Gaza.

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Congresswoman Betty McCollum @mccollum.house.gov · 6d

When I first called for a ceasefire on October 17, 2023, I said that a lasting ceasefire requires international agreement.

Congresswoman Betty McCollum @mccollum.house.gov · 6d

Just over two years since the October 7 attack, peace in Gaza and Israel may finally be on the horizon. This initial ceasefire agreement is the first step in a long and arduous process of ensuring peace and stability in the region, and a long-awaited reprieve for the civilians in Israel and Gaza.

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Congresswoman Betty McCollum @mccollum.house.gov · 6d

Hate and antisemitism have no place in Minnesota. www.startribune.com/temple-israe...

‘This is hate speech’: Temple Israel in Minneapolis tagged overnight with antisemitic graffiti

One message referred to the attack two years ago on Israel by Hamas terrorists.

www.startribune.com

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