Congresswoman Valerie Foushee criticizes GOP over funding bill and social program cuts

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee criticizes GOP over funding bill and social program cuts
Valerie Foushee U.S. House of Representatives from North Carolina's 4th district — Official U.S. House Headshot
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Valerie Foushee, a Congresswoman representing North Carolina’s 4th district since 2023, recently shared her perspectives on key political issues through a series of tweets. Her statements reflect her positions on funding bills, immigration policies, and social welfare programs.

On March 11, 2025, Foushee expressed her opposition to the Republican funding bill. She stated: “Today, I proudly voted against the partisan Republican funding bill. Keeping our government funded is essential, but Republicans refused to work across the aisle, and I refuse to vote for cuts to veterans’ benefits, health care, housing, and more.”

The following day on March 12, Foushee commented on the case of Mahmoud Khalil: “Mahmoud Khalil is a permanent legal resident. He hasn’t been charged with any crimes, but Trump is trying to revoke his legal status. These illegal and inhumane actions set a dangerous precedent for free speech in our country. He must be released immediately.”

Later that day, she addressed concerns about potential cuts to social welfare programs: “Elon Musk has made it clear: He is targeting Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid for devastating cuts. Yesterday, 216 House Republicans voted to give him a blank check to do just that. Now Senate Republicans are voting to do the same.”



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