Rep. Gerry Connolly
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Congressman, Northern Virginia’s VA-11
Ranking Member @connolly.house.gov's statement on the Trump Administration's politically motivated charges against @replamonica.bsky.social:
Deeply saddened to learn of my friend Joe Biden’s diagnosis. My heart is with him and the entire Biden family as he fights this terrible disease.
America is not for sale. President Trump must decline the $400 million private jet corrupt “gift.” The American people—and the world—are watching.
Proud to lead similar legislation in the House. This is a critical step the United States can take right now to stand alongside our friends and allies in Ukraine who are fighting for their survival and their freedom.
Senator Dick Durbin@durbin.senate.gov · last yr.Pres. Trump promised to end the war in Ukraine on day one. More than 100 days into his term, Russia continues to kill Ukrainian civilians. I’m introducing a bill to prohibit U.S. recognition of any Ukrainian territory seized by Russia—reaffirming our commitment to the Ukrainian people.
The Trump Admin is doing everything in its power to stop whistleblowers from disclosing potential wrongdoing and waste, fraud, & abuse—including forcing gag orders & NDAs on employees. Why is Trump trying to cover his tracks? Oversight Democrats launch another investigation.
NDAs for VA employees working on staff reduction plans prompts House Dems probe
The use of non-disclosure agreements could "chill employees from disclosing violations of waste, fraud and abuse," top oversight Democrat says.
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Donald Trump is raising prices for you while he's accepting a "palace in the sky" from a foreign government. It's not only blatantly unconstitutional, it's about as out of touch as it gets.
Trump administration poised to accept 'palace in the sky' as a gift for Trump from Qatar: Sources
President Trump poised to accept "palace in the sky" as a gift from Qatar: Sources
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Ranking Member @connolly.house.gov and Government Operations Subcommittee Ranking Member @repkweisimfume.bsky.social's statement on the announcement of David Steiner, a FedEx board member and former Waste Management CEO, as the next Postmaster General:
The election of Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope, is a moment of great joy and possibility for Catholics around the world. I join all who hope he will continue Pope Francis’s legacy of reform, moral clarity, and compassion for those among us who need it most.
Public servants, including our incredible federal employees, are our nation’s unsung heroes. During this Public Service Recognition Week, as public servants are under unprecedented attack, I introduced a resolution to honor and celebrate their service to communities across America.
Connolly Introduces Resolution Honoring America’s Public Servants
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Elon Musk & DOGE are getting rid of the workers who make sure billionaires & corporations pay taxes. It's going to increase the national debt—no matter how much Republicans try to cut Medicaid and food assistance. Terrible deal for Americans.
The IRS has lost almost one-third of its tax auditors after 2 months of DOGE cuts, report says
The IRS, hit by the Trump administration's federal workforce cuts, has lost 31% of its auditors through March, government watchdog finds.
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Great news! The House just passed my Veteran Fraud Reimbursement Act, which makes it easier for veterans with disabilities to be made financially whole if they are defrauded of their benefits.
House Passes Veteran Fraud Reimbursement Act
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May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! This month, we celebrate the contributions and leadership of the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander community in VA-11 and across America.
Good. We pushed the DOD’s independent watchdogs to go further—and they’re doing it. This is a win for transparency and accountability.
Exclusive | Pentagon Inspector General Expands Investigation Into Hegseth’s Use of Signal
Probe seeks to determine who put sensitive military information in unclassified chat group that included Hegseth’s family
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Corruption runs rampant in the Trump Administration. Here’s a few examples.
100 disastrous days into his presidency, @oversightdemocrats.house.gov are demanding Donald Trump comply with more than 100 of our investigations and inquiries. We will not give up our fight, and we will not forget.
On the 100th Day of The Trump-Musk Administration, Ranking Member Connolly Demands Compliance with 100 Committee Investigations
Washington, D.C. (April 30, 2025)— Today, Rep. Gerald E.
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First they arrested immigrants for showing up for a court date, now they’re arresting judges. This is a serious escalation. The weaponization of the FBI and Justice Department must stop immediately.
Wisconsin judge arrested by FBI, charged with obstructing immigrant arrest
Judge Hannah Dugan’s arrest is the first known instance of the Trump administration charging a local official with interfering with immigration enforcement.
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Secretary Hegseth continues to break Pentagon policy and put our national security at risk. He is not serious about keeping Americans safe. He must resign.
Hegseth had an unsecured internet line set up in his office to connect to Signal, AP sources say
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth had an internet connection that bypassed the Pentagon’s security protocols set up in his office to use the Signal messaging app on a personal computer.
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Pete Hegseth is a walking national security nightmare. It is absolutely unfathomable that he is still in a job.
Hegseth had an unsecured internet line set up in his office to connect to Signal, AP sources say
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth had an internet connection that bypassed the Pentagon’s security protocols set up in his office to use the Signal messaging app on a personal computer.
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For a decade, residents of Crimea have faced human rights violations at the hands of a war criminal. The Trump Administration cannot allow the U.S. to recognize Putin’s forceful and illegal annexation of Crimea. My full statement:
Connolly Statement on Trump's Willingness to Recognize Russia's Illegal Annexation of Crimea
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Oversight Dems raised the alarm about DOGE gutting food safety in a hearing two weeks ago. Without inspectors, how will Americans trust that what they eat & drink is safe? This is only the beginning. Americans are paying the price for Trump & RFK Jr.’s cuts to public health.
Reuters@reuters.com · 2y agoUS FDA suspends milk quality tests amid workforce cuts reut.rs/4cHdnz3
On Day One, Trump withdrew the U.S. from the Paris Climate Accord because he’s fine standing by while the climate crisis destroys American lives and livelihoods. But I’m not. This Earth Day, I’m committed to fighting Republicans’ dangerous anti-science agenda.
Pope Francis was a remarkable man of compassion, humility, and grace. He led the church like he led his life, with unwavering faith and care for those who need it most. May he rest in peace.
A very Happy Easter to all celebrating in VA-11 and beyond!
Just one day after we honored those we lost at Virginia Tech 18 years ago, tragedy struck another campus in America. Enough of this madness. Enough thoughts and prayers. It is long past time for real action to end gun violence in this country.
FSU shooting: 2 dead, 6 injured; 20-year-old suspect in custody
At least two people were killed and six others were injured in a shooting at Florida State University in Tallahassee on Thursday, authorities said.
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Elon Musk has his hands on your data and is messing around with your Social Security benefits. What could go wrong with that? We've obtained new information from whistleblower reports. The Inspector General needs to investigate right now.
Oversight Dems@oversightdemocrats.bsky.social · 2y agoBREAKING: We've received whistleblower reports that DOGE is creating a “master database” of Americans’ sensitive data & knowingly jeopardizing Social Security operations, risking delays in payments. @connolly.house.gov is demanding an immediate investigation.
Trump is already forcing people to visit Social Security offices in person at the same time as he's firing large numbers of employees. Now, he's forcing the agency to needlessly process tens of thousands of additional applications for SSNs. It is a recipe for chaos and delays.
UPDATE: Congressman demands Social Security reverse "potentially illegal" new policy
On March 20, Popular Information revealed that the Social Security Administration (SSA) secretly implemented a policy shift that could impose massive demands on the agency's already overburdened netwo...
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