Christina Henderson
@chenderson.bsky.social
At-Large DC Councilmember. Caught in the intersection of my love of policy, politics, & pop culture. Mom x2. 🩷💚
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The use of GLP-1s for unapproved purposes is surging. Use for substance use disorder is one I hadn’t heard yet.
The possibilities & effects of GLP-1s are ripe for research and clinical trials right now.
The possibilities & effects of GLP-1s are ripe for research and clinical trials right now.
For Susan Akin, Zepbound helps her endure a world full of triggers. She can visit a gas station without wanting to buy beer or see sugar without dialing a cocaine dealer.
But scientists caution that the research remains nascent.
But scientists caution that the research remains nascent.
The surprising new use for GLP-1s: Alcohol and drug addiction
Some doctors are prescribing weight-loss drugs such as Zepbound and Ozempic to help reduce cravings for illicit drugs and alcohol. But research on the benefits is limited.
www.washingtonpost.com
November 17, 2025 at 12:02 PM
The use of GLP-1s for unapproved purposes is surging. Use for substance use disorder is one I hadn’t heard yet.
The possibilities & effects of GLP-1s are ripe for research and clinical trials right now.
The possibilities & effects of GLP-1s are ripe for research and clinical trials right now.
This week was jammed packed & I’m so thrilled I got to end it with officiating my first wedding today!
DC issued more than 600 marriage licenses during the federal government shutdown thanks to my LOVE Emergency Amdt Act.
Congratulations to all the happy couples!
DC issued more than 600 marriage licenses during the federal government shutdown thanks to my LOVE Emergency Amdt Act.
Congratulations to all the happy couples!
November 14, 2025 at 11:43 PM
This week was jammed packed & I’m so thrilled I got to end it with officiating my first wedding today!
DC issued more than 600 marriage licenses during the federal government shutdown thanks to my LOVE Emergency Amdt Act.
Congratulations to all the happy couples!
DC issued more than 600 marriage licenses during the federal government shutdown thanks to my LOVE Emergency Amdt Act.
Congratulations to all the happy couples!
Reminder: Due to the Veterans Day holiday yesterday, DC DPW collections are sliding one day for the rest of the week.
November 12, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Reminder: Due to the Veterans Day holiday yesterday, DC DPW collections are sliding one day for the rest of the week.
Why the ACA subsidies matter for DC:
➡️ Over 4300 individuals & small biz have lower premiums due to this tax credit
➡️ They saved on avg $741/month (nearly $9K/yr)
➡️ It’s estimated that ACA enrollees will see out-of-pocket premiums increase by 114% without the tax credits
➡️ Over 4300 individuals & small biz have lower premiums due to this tax credit
➡️ They saved on avg $741/month (nearly $9K/yr)
➡️ It’s estimated that ACA enrollees will see out-of-pocket premiums increase by 114% without the tax credits
November 10, 2025 at 3:09 AM
Why the ACA subsidies matter for DC:
➡️ Over 4300 individuals & small biz have lower premiums due to this tax credit
➡️ They saved on avg $741/month (nearly $9K/yr)
➡️ It’s estimated that ACA enrollees will see out-of-pocket premiums increase by 114% without the tax credits
➡️ Over 4300 individuals & small biz have lower premiums due to this tax credit
➡️ They saved on avg $741/month (nearly $9K/yr)
➡️ It’s estimated that ACA enrollees will see out-of-pocket premiums increase by 114% without the tax credits
Help me with this logic — we’ve given them everything so now they definitely will come talk to us about the thing they already said they definitely won’t vote for??
Senator, respectfully, y’all look crazy.
Senator, respectfully, y’all look crazy.
Hassan: With the government reopening shortly, Republicans now finally have to come to the table. Or make no mistake, Americans will remember who stood in the way.
November 10, 2025 at 2:45 AM
Help me with this logic — we’ve given them everything so now they definitely will come talk to us about the thing they already said they definitely won’t vote for??
Senator, respectfully, y’all look crazy.
Senator, respectfully, y’all look crazy.
Without significant wrangling, this is the same group who would’ve voted Aye 48hrs into the shutdown.
I’m surprised they last nearly 40 days.
But to go this long and get absolutely nothing concrete on the one thing you messaged this shutdown around — healthcare — is wild to me.
I’m surprised they last nearly 40 days.
But to go this long and get absolutely nothing concrete on the one thing you messaged this shutdown around — healthcare — is wild to me.
Dems who voted with GOP on ending shutdown:
DURBIN
SHAHEEN
HASSAN
FETTERMAN
ROSEN
CORTEZ MASTO
KAINE
And KING (I)
On track for 60-40 vote
DURBIN
SHAHEEN
HASSAN
FETTERMAN
ROSEN
CORTEZ MASTO
KAINE
And KING (I)
On track for 60-40 vote
November 10, 2025 at 2:25 AM
Without significant wrangling, this is the same group who would’ve voted Aye 48hrs into the shutdown.
I’m surprised they last nearly 40 days.
But to go this long and get absolutely nothing concrete on the one thing you messaged this shutdown around — healthcare — is wild to me.
I’m surprised they last nearly 40 days.
But to go this long and get absolutely nothing concrete on the one thing you messaged this shutdown around — healthcare — is wild to me.
A “promised” vote on the ACA subsidies *check article for the 10x* … in DECEMBER?!?!
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BREAKING: Deal to end government shutdown in reach
Deal to end government shutdown in reach
At least 10 Senate Democrats are expected to support a key procedural motion.
www.axios.com
November 9, 2025 at 7:02 PM
A “promised” vote on the ACA subsidies *check article for the 10x* … in DECEMBER?!?!
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Trump admin tells states to 'immediately undo' steps to fund November SNAP benefits
This is madness. States and their processors were loaded & READY on Friday because the need is so great. Undo-ing it now?! Nah.
www.npr.org/2025/11/09/n...
This is madness. States and their processors were loaded & READY on Friday because the need is so great. Undo-ing it now?! Nah.
www.npr.org/2025/11/09/n...
Trump admin tells states to 'immediately undo' steps to fund November SNAP benefits
The Trump administration late Saturday directed states that they must "immediately undo" any actions they have made to provide benefits to low-income families via SNAP.
www.npr.org
November 9, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Trump admin tells states to 'immediately undo' steps to fund November SNAP benefits
This is madness. States and their processors were loaded & READY on Friday because the need is so great. Undo-ing it now?! Nah.
www.npr.org/2025/11/09/n...
This is madness. States and their processors were loaded & READY on Friday because the need is so great. Undo-ing it now?! Nah.
www.npr.org/2025/11/09/n...
Reposted by Christina Henderson
I need to emphasize what I say down-thread: this is a temporary, procedural move known as an administrative stay issued in haste by Justice Jackson.
Little to nothing should be read into this ruling for how SCOTUS might ultimately rule on SNAP—either way.
Little to nothing should be read into this ruling for how SCOTUS might ultimately rule on SNAP—either way.
BREAKING: the Supreme Court has granted Trump administration’s request.
So the justices will weigh the irreparable harm to the government of having to transfer the funds against the irreparable harm of tens of millions of people not eating
November 8, 2025 at 2:33 AM
I need to emphasize what I say down-thread: this is a temporary, procedural move known as an administrative stay issued in haste by Justice Jackson.
Little to nothing should be read into this ruling for how SCOTUS might ultimately rule on SNAP—either way.
Little to nothing should be read into this ruling for how SCOTUS might ultimately rule on SNAP—either way.
Reposted by Christina Henderson
The Committee on Health will be having a joint hearing with the Committee on Human Services today at 11:00am on Behavioral Health Supports in Local Housing Voucher Programs.
Watch it here: m.youtube.com/@cmfrumin/stre…
Watch it here: m.youtube.com/@cmfrumin/stre…
November 6, 2025 at 3:52 PM
The Committee on Health will be having a joint hearing with the Committee on Human Services today at 11:00am on Behavioral Health Supports in Local Housing Voucher Programs.
Watch it here: m.youtube.com/@cmfrumin/stre…
Watch it here: m.youtube.com/@cmfrumin/stre…
You cannot write the story of the NYC Mayors race without talking about Eric Adams selling out to Trump to get out of going to jail. That started all of this!
November 5, 2025 at 2:22 AM
You cannot write the story of the NYC Mayors race without talking about Eric Adams selling out to Trump to get out of going to jail. That started all of this!
Election Night when I’m not on the ballot. 😆
November 5, 2025 at 1:14 AM
Election Night when I’m not on the ballot. 😆
Happy Election Day, voters in 39 states! There are over 50,000 state and local races and ballot measures on the ballot today.
All politics are local. These races matter!
📍Find your polling place & learn what’s on your ballot at WhenWeAllVote.org
All politics are local. These races matter!
📍Find your polling place & learn what’s on your ballot at WhenWeAllVote.org
November 4, 2025 at 12:21 PM
Happy Election Day, voters in 39 states! There are over 50,000 state and local races and ballot measures on the ballot today.
All politics are local. These races matter!
📍Find your polling place & learn what’s on your ballot at WhenWeAllVote.org
All politics are local. These races matter!
📍Find your polling place & learn what’s on your ballot at WhenWeAllVote.org
🍂Leaf collection for Section A begins today!
Make sure your leaves are at the curb or treebox so DPW crews can collect.
Not sure if you’re in Section A? Find your section and schedule with the Leaf Tracker at dpw.dc.gov/leaf.
Make sure your leaves are at the curb or treebox so DPW crews can collect.
Not sure if you’re in Section A? Find your section and schedule with the Leaf Tracker at dpw.dc.gov/leaf.
November 3, 2025 at 11:50 AM
🍂Leaf collection for Section A begins today!
Make sure your leaves are at the curb or treebox so DPW crews can collect.
Not sure if you’re in Section A? Find your section and schedule with the Leaf Tracker at dpw.dc.gov/leaf.
Make sure your leaves are at the curb or treebox so DPW crews can collect.
Not sure if you’re in Section A? Find your section and schedule with the Leaf Tracker at dpw.dc.gov/leaf.
Reposted by Christina Henderson
Only about a third of the Trump interview aired on "60 Minutes." CBS has published the transcript of the complete interview here —> www.cbsnews.com/news/read-fu...
Read the full transcript of Norah O'Donnell's interview with President Trump here.
Read the full transcript of Norah O'Donnell's interview with President Trump here.
www.cbsnews.com
November 3, 2025 at 1:37 AM
Only about a third of the Trump interview aired on "60 Minutes." CBS has published the transcript of the complete interview here —> www.cbsnews.com/news/read-fu...
States and local governments are facing lots of challenges due to this federal govt shutdown. And in the midst of inaction by the White House & Congress, DC will use local funds to ensure that SNAP and WIC benefits continue for residents in November.
mayor.dc.gov/release/mayo...
mayor.dc.gov/release/mayo...
Mayor Bowser Announces the District to Ensure Washingtonians Receive November SNAP and WIC Benefits
(Washington, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced she has authorized the use of local funds to ensure Washingtonians enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Women, I...
mayor.dc.gov
October 31, 2025 at 1:56 AM
States and local governments are facing lots of challenges due to this federal govt shutdown. And in the midst of inaction by the White House & Congress, DC will use local funds to ensure that SNAP and WIC benefits continue for residents in November.
mayor.dc.gov/release/mayo...
mayor.dc.gov/release/mayo...
Next week, on Nov. 5, the Committee on Health will host a roundtable on the future of the School-Based Behavioral Health program.
The Committee required DBH to develop a plan to revamp & improve the program. That report can be found here: lims.dccouncil.gov/Legislation/...
The Committee required DBH to develop a plan to revamp & improve the program. That report can be found here: lims.dccouncil.gov/Legislation/...
DC Legislation Information Management System
DC Legislation Information Management System
lims.dccouncil.gov
October 30, 2025 at 8:24 PM
Next week, on Nov. 5, the Committee on Health will host a roundtable on the future of the School-Based Behavioral Health program.
The Committee required DBH to develop a plan to revamp & improve the program. That report can be found here: lims.dccouncil.gov/Legislation/...
The Committee required DBH to develop a plan to revamp & improve the program. That report can be found here: lims.dccouncil.gov/Legislation/...
Reposted by Christina Henderson
Watch the Committee on Health hearing on the PrEP DC Act of 2025 & the Community Health Amendment Act of 2025 here: www.youtube.com/live/IYhgXfF...
Public Hearing on B26-0159 - PrEP DC Act of 2025 & B26-0414 - Community Health Amendment Act of 2025
YouTube video by Councilmember Christina Henderson
www.youtube.com
October 30, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Watch the Committee on Health hearing on the PrEP DC Act of 2025 & the Community Health Amendment Act of 2025 here: www.youtube.com/live/IYhgXfF...
One year ago. NYT Editorial Board was spot on.
October 28, 2025 at 1:27 AM
One year ago. NYT Editorial Board was spot on.
Air traffic control isn’t getting paid.
VA doctors working without pay.
Farmers going bankrupt due to tariffs.
SNAP/WIC benefits about to be cut off.
Health insurance premiums slated to skyrocket.
But sure let’s build a $300 million ballroom & bailout Argentina.
Where are the ads?!
VA doctors working without pay.
Farmers going bankrupt due to tariffs.
SNAP/WIC benefits about to be cut off.
Health insurance premiums slated to skyrocket.
But sure let’s build a $300 million ballroom & bailout Argentina.
Where are the ads?!
October 25, 2025 at 10:51 AM
Air traffic control isn’t getting paid.
VA doctors working without pay.
Farmers going bankrupt due to tariffs.
SNAP/WIC benefits about to be cut off.
Health insurance premiums slated to skyrocket.
But sure let’s build a $300 million ballroom & bailout Argentina.
Where are the ads?!
VA doctors working without pay.
Farmers going bankrupt due to tariffs.
SNAP/WIC benefits about to be cut off.
Health insurance premiums slated to skyrocket.
But sure let’s build a $300 million ballroom & bailout Argentina.
Where are the ads?!
FINALLY the Grocery Access Pilot (GAP) program the Committee on Health created and funded is live! Grateful to DC Health, Instacart, & Martha’s Table for their partnership.
www.instacart.com/company/poli...
www.instacart.com/company/poli...
October 23, 2025 at 11:47 PM
FINALLY the Grocery Access Pilot (GAP) program the Committee on Health created and funded is live! Grateful to DC Health, Instacart, & Martha’s Table for their partnership.
www.instacart.com/company/poli...
www.instacart.com/company/poli...
That’s over $3300 per square foot.
Ask developers/builders. They will tell you that’s crazy.
Ask developers/builders. They will tell you that’s crazy.
Trump said the ballroom will now cost $300 million and be connected to the rest of the White House by a glass bridge www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
Trump defends East Wing demolition, raises ballroom price to $300 million
The president said the new building would be connected to the White House with a glass bridge.
www.washingtonpost.com
October 22, 2025 at 11:00 PM
That’s over $3300 per square foot.
Ask developers/builders. They will tell you that’s crazy.
Ask developers/builders. They will tell you that’s crazy.
Building a ballroom while SNAP & WIC payments are about to get cut off and health insurance premiums skyrocket is crazy.
If Dems aren’t running ads by Wednesday….
If Dems aren’t running ads by Wednesday….
October 21, 2025 at 1:37 AM
Building a ballroom while SNAP & WIC payments are about to get cut off and health insurance premiums skyrocket is crazy.
If Dems aren’t running ads by Wednesday….
If Dems aren’t running ads by Wednesday….
That leaves 2 schools left.
Vanderbilt would be crazy to do it. I know U of Texas wants to, but having to freeze tuition for FIVE years with no corresponding increase in state funding would be foolish.
Vanderbilt would be crazy to do it. I know U of Texas wants to, but having to freeze tuition for FIVE years with no corresponding increase in state funding would be foolish.
October 21, 2025 at 1:23 AM
That leaves 2 schools left.
Vanderbilt would be crazy to do it. I know U of Texas wants to, but having to freeze tuition for FIVE years with no corresponding increase in state funding would be foolish.
Vanderbilt would be crazy to do it. I know U of Texas wants to, but having to freeze tuition for FIVE years with no corresponding increase in state funding would be foolish.
SNAP benefits for 42 million Americans will not go out as planned November 1 if the shutdown continues.
October 20, 2025 at 1:44 AM
SNAP benefits for 42 million Americans will not go out as planned November 1 if the shutdown continues.