Everyone deserves a government that works for THEM. And I’m proud to be doing just that for Missouri’s First District. I’ll continue fighting to lift up the "sleeping giant" that is the St. Louis region.

St. Louis region — if you’re heading to the polls to cast your vote after work and are in line by 7 PM, STAY IN LINE!   Some helpful resources below to find your nearest polling station.   Your vote is your voice! www.stlouis-mo.gov/government/d...

Today is Election Day in Missouri! 🗳️   Polls are open 6:00 AM – 7:00 PM. If you're in line by 7 PM, you're entitled to vote — so stay put!   Make sure your voice is heard.   Find your polling place and everything you need here: www.stlouis-mo.gov/government/d...

Always a treat to get to stop by the St. Louis County Animal Shelter and check in on our furry friends… or not so furry in some cases.

St. Louis, there’s an election tomorrow! Make sure you know where your nearest polling station is, that you have a photo ID, and are in line before 7PM to make sure your voice is heard in our democracy. www.stlouis-mo.gov/government/d...

🚨MAIL UPDATE: In April, St. Louisans’ mail was dumped in North County. After an investigation, that mail is now released. Recovered mail is being delivered this week along with a letter from the Postal Service explaining the delay. Please contact our office if you’re missing mail.

Trump has burdened our seniors and made it harder to access vital care. I’m fighting to look out for our seniors and those who need extra care. bell.house.gov/media/press-...

Bell Delivers Over $12.3 Million for Critical Projects Across the St. Louis Region

Washington, D.C.—Today, Representative Wesley Bell (D-Mo.) announced $12,386,000 in Community Project Funding awards for critical projects across Missouri’s First Congressional District in FY2026. The...

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St. Louis region, let me remind you: I’m fighting to protect education access and resources. Always. If you’re interested, Saint Louis Public Schools is hosting a health and resource fair on August 6! For more info and to register, please visit: www.slps.org/families1/re...

Let’s put Trump’s corruption in perspective: For a family of four earning 66,000 a year in Missouri’s First District, annual premiums will rise by $2,651. That’s a 241% increase. All thanks to Trump and his Big Ugly Bill, still wreaking havoc a year later. I’m fighting for affordable health care.

Proud to join the groundbreaking at the Rollick site, a new mixed-use development that will bring regional growth to the St. Louis region and excited to see how this transforms Downtown West! I’ll stay laser-focused on delivering more resources and growth to our district.

Trump fills the most powerful posts in our government with loyalists and personal friends. I'm glad to see this nomination on pace to be pulled, and I hope the next one is someone qualified to serve the American people. www.nbcnews.com/politics/tru...

Trump floats pulling Todd Blanche’s AG nomination after senators push back on IRS settlement

Two GOP senators are withholding support for Blanche over concerns about the settlement, which gave Trump tax audit immunity and created an “anti-weaponization” fund.

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Events like yesterday's Metro Market hosted by People's Health Centers and Operation Food Search make me so proud to see our community showing up for one another. Access to healthy food and Healthcare is a #humanright!

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Today marks 61 years since Medicare and Medicaid were established. But Trump wants to limit these programs and make health care less accessible for families and seniors. It’s not right. I’m fighting back.

In Missouri’s First District, 61,000 people are seeing their health care costs rise because of the affordability crisis Trump put us in with his Big Ugly Bill. I’m fighting against Trump’s dangerous policies, working to reduce health care costs, and bringing more resources back to our district.

I am heartbroken and outraged. This St. Louis family should still be here in our community. Instead they were brutally murdered after being deported by ICE. My heart goes out to the three daughters and extended family they leave behind. We NEED to defund ICE. Now. www.stlpr.org/government-p...

Overland mayor says he wasn’t told about ICE operation that led to couple's death in Guatemala

“I think our policing depends on us, and we have accountability. If mistakes are made, then they're dealt with,” said Overland Mayor Marty Little. “Here, I don't feel that's happening.”

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This administration has proven they don’t care about the health of Americans. And after all of Trump’s CDC and Health Department staffing and funding cuts, there are limited resources to track a parasite that has spread to almost every state. www.stlpr.org/news-briefs/...

Missouri reports nearly 600 cyclospora illnesses as Illinois added to federal outbreak investigation

The state usually logs around a dozen or so cases annually of the parasitic disease, which infects the digestive system and causes severe gastrointestinal symptoms.

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Trump is increasing the cost of health care for seniors. But I’m fighting back. I’m pushing for affordable health care for St. Louisans. People deserve to have a government that actually wants them to be healthy and supported. www.wsj.com/health/healt...

Exclusive | Trump Administration to End Medicare Drug Plan Subsidy

Program that held down premiums won’t be renewed for 2027, resulting in higher costs for some seniors.

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An honor to speak at the St. Louis Sprinkler Fitter Union’s 125th anniversary celebration! I come from a union family. I know the hard work and service these people are putting forth for their community every day. I could not be more grateful for all they do for the St. Louis region.

Trump is doing everything he can to grasp control of elections and ensure his cronies get elected. It’s not right. This is supposed to be a democracy. NOT a dictatorship. edition.cnn.com/2026/07/27/p...

Trump asks Supreme Court to let him curtail mail voting | CNN Politics

President Donald Trump asked the Supreme Court to allow the administration to move forward with implementing a sweeping executive order aimed at mail voting — setting up a major elections dispute at t...

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🚨Early voting is open in St. Louis! Voting is the best way to ensure your voice has an impact on your government. St. Louis City voting info: www.stlouis-mo.gov/government/d... St. Louis County voting info: stlouiscountymo.gov/st-louis-cou...

Six months?! HALF A YEAR of this unauthorized war and its resulting affordability crisis. Congress still hasn’t been informed of clear motives or tactics. And knowing Trump’s recklessness, there’s no end in sight. www.nytimes.com/2026/07/27/u...

Iran War Enters 6th Month and a Period of Greater Uncertainty

Here is a rundown of the major events of the war, as both sides consider their next moves.

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Trump's new 50% tariffs on Canada aren't strategic — they're reckless. We're picking a trade war with one of our closest allies and trading partners, all while working families pay higher prices for gas, groceries, and everyday goods. This is chaos, not strategy. www.cnn.com/2026/07/20/b...

Trump’s new 50% tariffs on Canada risk igniting a fresh trade war | CNN Business

President Donald Trump on Monday announced sweeping tariffs against Canada, threatening to reignite a trade battle with one of America’s closest allies and top economic partners.

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Today is #WorldIVFDay. An excellent reminder of the importance of fertility services and reproductive freedom. People deserve to have access to starting a family if, how, and when they choose to. Instead, Trump and his Republicans are trying to take away reproductive care. I’m fighting back.

St. Louisans have endured decades of health and economic crises because of radioactive contamination from the Manhattan Project. I’m proud to be a part of new legislation that expands RECA. While no legislation can erase the past, this is a huge step forward.

As a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, I was glad to sit down with Panama's Ambassador to the U.S., José Alemán Healy. Missouri & Panama have been partners for 30 years. Our National Guard trains alongside Panama's forces. Looking forward to the next 30 years of partnership.

Joined my Senate colleagues to address the financial lunacy of Trump's vanity projects. Hundreds of millions poured into needless renovations — all on the taxpayers' dime. NO ONE asked for this. Just imagine what that money could have done for working families.

A pregnant St. Louis mother was detained by ICE — in violation of ICE's own policy. I visited her at the facility, and then immediately got to work to get her released. Today she's home with her family, with her baby due in a month. This is what oversight is for.

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Guatemalan immigrant had been detained even though she was four-months pregnant and had active asylum case.

Threatening local election officials with PRISON if they don’t comply with Trump’s desperate ploy to disenfranchise voters?! Once again, this administration has somehow stooped to a new low. www.nytimes.com/2026/07/17/u...

Trump’s Homeland Security Chief Threatens Election Officials With Prison Time

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The American people have a right to know exactly what toll Trump’s unauthorized war of choice is taking on our servicemembers. The Pentagon must disclose this information. www.nytimes.com/2026/07/20/u...

Pentagon Withheld Dozens of U.S. Military Injuries in Iran War

Central Command is not required to release information about injured troops, especially when they quickly return to duty, a military official said.

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