Durham Reporter

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee, representing North Carolina’s 4th district, shared a series of updates on social media on November 19, 2024. The tweets cover various topics including community engagement, economic development initiatives, and women's rights.

On November 19, 2024, Congresswoman Foushee announced upcoming Mobile Office Hours scheduled for November 20 at the Orange County Public Library in Hillsborough from 11 AM to 2 PM. She encouraged constituents facing issues with federal agencies to meet her team for assistance. "TOMORROW (11/20): My office will be holding Mobile Office Hours at the Orange County Public Library in Hillsborough from 11AM to 2PM."

Later that day, she reported significant funding news regarding semiconductor manufacturing in Durham. She stated that SRCorg would receive $285 million from the Commerce Department as part of the CHIPS & Science Act initiative. This funding aims to position the nation prominently in semiconductor development. "BIG NEWS: @SRCorg is receiving $285 million from @CommerceGov to establish a chips manufacturing institute in Durham!"

Additionally, Congresswoman Foushee addressed concerning rhetoric emerging post-election. She expressed her stance against misogynistic language and reaffirmed her commitment to women's rights as a member of the Democratic Women's Caucus. "The rise of misogynistic rhetoric following the election—including the phrase 'your body, my choice'—is threatening & unacceptable."