Durham Reporter

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee, representing North Carolina's 4th District since 2023, has been vocal on various pressing issues in a series of tweets. Foushee, 66, who resides in Hillsborough, North Carolina, succeeded David Price in her current role and has a history of legislative service in North Carolina at various governmental levels.

On April 10, 2025, Congresswoman Foushee addressed concerns regarding inefficiencies and high costs that airports encounter while executing critical structural improvements. In a recent tweet, she mentioned questioning Michael Landguth, the CEO of RDU Airport, during a Transport Democrats hearing, about how Congress could expedite these efforts in a more cost-effective manner.

In another statement on April 11, 2025, Foushee highlighted the uncertainty faced by federal scientists due to potential layoffs, blaming the repercussions on actions by former President Donald Trump. She emphasized that Trump's actions adversely affect families not only in North Carolina but also nationwide. She invited individuals to share their personal experiences via a tweet.

On the same day, Foushee commented on a legal matter involving Elon Musk. She shared that the law requires Elon Musk to vacate his government role with DOGE within 50 days. Expressing her stance alongside her House Democrat colleagues, she urged former President Trump to ensure Musk's removal by May 30, as documented in a tweet.

Valerie Foushee's background includes serving in the North Carolina House of Representatives, the North Carolina Senate, and the Orange County Board of Commissioners. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2008.