Durham Reporter

Valerie Foushee, who has represented North Carolina's 4th district in the U.S. Congress since 2023, recently addressed several significant issues through her social media platform. Foushee has a varied background in state politics before assuming her role in Congress. She has called attention to NASA's leadership actions and workforce reductions, the impact of former President Trump's policies on veterans' services, and promoted a local art competition open to high school students.

On April 3, 2025, Foushee expressed concerns regarding NASA leadership's compliance with workforce reductions instituted under former President Trump. During a hearing with the Science, Space, and Technology Committee to which she belongs, she emphasized the importance of obtaining clear answers from NASA. Foushee stated, "NASA leadership still refuses to provide answers on how they plan to comply with Trump's workforce reductions. At the @ScienceDems hearing, I stressed the need for the Committee to get answers to letters requesting NASA’s RIF plan and info on DOGE-induced reductions & impacts."

Valerie Foushee also addressed the ongoing impact of Trump's workforce reduction policies on veterans' services on April 4, 2025. Foushee illuminated the situation, noting, "We should be supporting those who serve our veterans—not slashing their workforce. Trump’s actions continue to hurt families in North Carolina and across the country. Stories like this are vital to share. To share how you are being impacted, visit."

Additionally, Foushee promoted the 2025 Congressional Art Competition on April 4, 2025, offering students a platform for artistic expression. She encouraged participation from her constituency, saying, " I am still accepting submissions for the 2025 Congressional Art Competition! This competition is open to #NC04 high school students, and the winner will have their art displayed in the U.S. Capitol. The submission deadline is April 11. Learn more at."