Rep. Paul Tonko
@reppaultonko.bsky.social
Engineer. Ice cream lover. Congressman for #NY20, including Albany, Amsterdam, Schenectady, Troy, Saratoga Springs & more
Today, I stopped by DeFazio’s at 216, the newest location of South Troy’s famous DeFazio’s Pizzeria, to help make fresh pasta and to find out more about how Trump’s inflationary policies are impacting operations at this Capital Region staple.
November 25, 2025 at 7:41 PM
Today, I stopped by DeFazio’s at 216, the newest location of South Troy’s famous DeFazio’s Pizzeria, to help make fresh pasta and to find out more about how Trump’s inflationary policies are impacting operations at this Capital Region staple.
Today, ahead of Small Business Saturday, I was proud to stop by Saratoga Chocolate Co. in downtown Saratoga Springs to lend a hand with holiday packaging and learn more about how Trump’s destructive tariffs are hurting locally owned businesses like this one.
November 24, 2025 at 4:37 PM
Today, ahead of Small Business Saturday, I was proud to stop by Saratoga Chocolate Co. in downtown Saratoga Springs to lend a hand with holiday packaging and learn more about how Trump’s destructive tariffs are hurting locally owned businesses like this one.
While Republicans look the other way, families nationwide are paying hundreds of dollars more for basic necessities. That’s why I’m fighting to lower home energy costs and deliver real relief for working Americans. Read more in my latest newsletter:
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November 23, 2025 at 2:04 PM
While Republicans look the other way, families nationwide are paying hundreds of dollars more for basic necessities. That’s why I’m fighting to lower home energy costs and deliver real relief for working Americans. Read more in my latest newsletter:
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Republicans have spent the last decade and a half working to defund & repeal affordable health care, yet in all that time, they’ve never had a solution to replace these programs with something better. That needs to end.
The American people deserve action to bring down costs now.
The American people deserve action to bring down costs now.
Working families need real solutions from Congress on lowering costs
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November 21, 2025 at 4:58 PM
Republicans have spent the last decade and a half working to defund & repeal affordable health care, yet in all that time, they’ve never had a solution to replace these programs with something better. That needs to end.
The American people deserve action to bring down costs now.
The American people deserve action to bring down costs now.
On #TransgenderDayOfRemembrance, we honor the memories of those whose lives were cut short by anti-trans violence. With my colleagues in the @EqualityCaucus, I am committed to standing against hate and fighting for justice, dignity, & safety for every American.
November 20, 2025 at 6:44 PM
On #TransgenderDayOfRemembrance, we honor the memories of those whose lives were cut short by anti-trans violence. With my colleagues in the @EqualityCaucus, I am committed to standing against hate and fighting for justice, dignity, & safety for every American.
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Today, SEEC, @newdems.bsky.social, @usprogressives.bsky.social leaders @dorismatsui.bsky.social, @reppaultonko.bsky.social, @quigley.house.gov, @repschneider.bsky.social, @repilhan.bsky.social released a joint statement on the current status of permitting reform negotiations in Congress. 🧵(1/8)
November 19, 2025 at 7:48 PM
Today, SEEC, @newdems.bsky.social, @usprogressives.bsky.social leaders @dorismatsui.bsky.social, @reppaultonko.bsky.social, @quigley.house.gov, @repschneider.bsky.social, @repilhan.bsky.social released a joint statement on the current status of permitting reform negotiations in Congress. 🧵(1/8)
Trump could release the Epstein files TODAY if he wanted to.
Instead, he spent months trying and failing to cow Republicans into stopping a vote. After that failed intimidation, the House is finally voting to release the files today.
I will be voting YES.
Instead, he spent months trying and failing to cow Republicans into stopping a vote. After that failed intimidation, the House is finally voting to release the files today.
I will be voting YES.
The prospect of an embarrassing defeat convinced Trump to reverse course on Epstein files | CNN Politics
President Donald Trump is no longer fighting the release of the Epstein files. But that doesn’t mean he’s happy about it.
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November 18, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Trump could release the Epstein files TODAY if he wanted to.
Instead, he spent months trying and failing to cow Republicans into stopping a vote. After that failed intimidation, the House is finally voting to release the files today.
I will be voting YES.
Instead, he spent months trying and failing to cow Republicans into stopping a vote. After that failed intimidation, the House is finally voting to release the files today.
I will be voting YES.
I’ve attended many naturalization ceremonies during my years in Congress. They are heart-warming celebrations marking the final step in the long pathway to citizenship.
This chilling decision that leaves hundreds of would-be Americans in the lurch with no explanation is as senseless as it is cruel.
This chilling decision that leaves hundreds of would-be Americans in the lurch with no explanation is as senseless as it is cruel.
USCIS halts upstate naturalization ceremonies, leaving hundreds waiting
Clerks in seven counties say federal agency under Department of Homeland Security did not explain the sudden cancellations, which have left hundreds of lawful permanent residents in limbo.
www.timesunion.com
November 18, 2025 at 2:24 PM
I’ve attended many naturalization ceremonies during my years in Congress. They are heart-warming celebrations marking the final step in the long pathway to citizenship.
This chilling decision that leaves hundreds of would-be Americans in the lurch with no explanation is as senseless as it is cruel.
This chilling decision that leaves hundreds of would-be Americans in the lurch with no explanation is as senseless as it is cruel.
Proud to stand with @governor.ny.gov and our state and local partners this morning to demand the Trump administration end its cruel delays and release full funding for HEAP immediately so that New Yorkers and all American families can afford to heat their homes this winter.
November 17, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Proud to stand with @governor.ny.gov and our state and local partners this morning to demand the Trump administration end its cruel delays and release full funding for HEAP immediately so that New Yorkers and all American families can afford to heat their homes this winter.
Republicans couldn't be bothered to restore vital health care benefits for working families in their rotten budget, but they did sneak in a provision that would give millions in taxpayer dollars to a handful of GOP senators. This is corruption, plain and simple.
November 13, 2025 at 3:46 PM
Republicans couldn't be bothered to restore vital health care benefits for working families in their rotten budget, but they did sneak in a provision that would give millions in taxpayer dollars to a handful of GOP senators. This is corruption, plain and simple.
This spending bill is a slap in the face to the tens of millions of Americans set to lose access to health care. I voted NO.
While Republicans are happy to ignore this affordability crisis, our work will not stop. I'll keep fighting to restore ACA benefits and lower costs for working families.
While Republicans are happy to ignore this affordability crisis, our work will not stop. I'll keep fighting to restore ACA benefits and lower costs for working families.
November 13, 2025 at 1:29 AM
This spending bill is a slap in the face to the tens of millions of Americans set to lose access to health care. I voted NO.
While Republicans are happy to ignore this affordability crisis, our work will not stop. I'll keep fighting to restore ACA benefits and lower costs for working families.
While Republicans are happy to ignore this affordability crisis, our work will not stop. I'll keep fighting to restore ACA benefits and lower costs for working families.
Welcome to the House, Congresswoman Adelita Grijalva!
After more than 7 weeks of Speaker Johnson blocking Rep. Grijalva from being sworn in—all to prevent a vote to release the Epstein files—I'm thrilled to work with a dedicated public servant ready to fight for the people of Arizona!
After more than 7 weeks of Speaker Johnson blocking Rep. Grijalva from being sworn in—all to prevent a vote to release the Epstein files—I'm thrilled to work with a dedicated public servant ready to fight for the people of Arizona!
November 12, 2025 at 9:17 PM
Welcome to the House, Congresswoman Adelita Grijalva!
After more than 7 weeks of Speaker Johnson blocking Rep. Grijalva from being sworn in—all to prevent a vote to release the Epstein files—I'm thrilled to work with a dedicated public servant ready to fight for the people of Arizona!
After more than 7 weeks of Speaker Johnson blocking Rep. Grijalva from being sworn in—all to prevent a vote to release the Epstein files—I'm thrilled to work with a dedicated public servant ready to fight for the people of Arizona!
America’s veterans embody our nation’s proud spirit of service.
This #VeteransDay and every day, I extend my gratitude to every one of our servicemembers for the sacrifices you and your families have made for our country and for our freedom.
This #VeteransDay and every day, I extend my gratitude to every one of our servicemembers for the sacrifices you and your families have made for our country and for our freedom.
November 11, 2025 at 1:53 PM
America’s veterans embody our nation’s proud spirit of service.
This #VeteransDay and every day, I extend my gratitude to every one of our servicemembers for the sacrifices you and your families have made for our country and for our freedom.
This #VeteransDay and every day, I extend my gratitude to every one of our servicemembers for the sacrifices you and your families have made for our country and for our freedom.
I’m a hell no on this betrayal of a budget in the Senate that does nothing to ease skyrocketing health care costs for Americans.
November 10, 2025 at 3:17 PM
I’m a hell no on this betrayal of a budget in the Senate that does nothing to ease skyrocketing health care costs for Americans.
Throughout my career, I’ve been driven by a desire to fight for the most vulnerable Americans. From protecting SNAP benefits to tackling the growing crisis of problem gambling, I’ll always stand up for those who need it most. Read more here:
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November 9, 2025 at 6:24 PM
Throughout my career, I’ve been driven by a desire to fight for the most vulnerable Americans. From protecting SNAP benefits to tackling the growing crisis of problem gambling, I’ll always stand up for those who need it most. Read more here:
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Today, I joined a roundtable discussion with anti-hunger advocates and SNAP beneficiaries at the Rotterdam Community Center to learn more about how the Trump administration’s failure to fund November SNAP benefits is hurting families here in our Capital Region and beyond.
November 7, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Today, I joined a roundtable discussion with anti-hunger advocates and SNAP beneficiaries at the Rotterdam Community Center to learn more about how the Trump administration’s failure to fund November SNAP benefits is hurting families here in our Capital Region and beyond.
Millions across the US are struggling with gambling addiction—and for every person is a universe of loved ones also hurt by this addiction.
Today I stood with some of these families to spotlight the real, human harm caused by rampant, unchecked sports gambling and what Congress must do to stop it.
Today I stood with some of these families to spotlight the real, human harm caused by rampant, unchecked sports gambling and what Congress must do to stop it.
November 6, 2025 at 7:16 PM
Millions across the US are struggling with gambling addiction—and for every person is a universe of loved ones also hurt by this addiction.
Today I stood with some of these families to spotlight the real, human harm caused by rampant, unchecked sports gambling and what Congress must do to stop it.
Today I stood with some of these families to spotlight the real, human harm caused by rampant, unchecked sports gambling and what Congress must do to stop it.
For nearly four decades, Speaker Pelosi has faithfully served the people of San Francisco and families across the nation – leading the way to help Democrats deliver unprecedented legislative achievements that have bettered the lives of countless Americans.
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Nancy Pelosi announces she will not seek reelection to Congress after nearly 40 years in Washington | CNN Politics
Nancy Pelosi, the first and only female speaker of the US House of Representatives and one of the most powerful figures in Democratic politics for decades, has announced she will not seek reelection.
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November 6, 2025 at 3:38 PM
For nearly four decades, Speaker Pelosi has faithfully served the people of San Francisco and families across the nation – leading the way to help Democrats deliver unprecedented legislative achievements that have bettered the lives of countless Americans.
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Families across the nation don't know how they'll afford groceries this month.
Trump's response is to defy the law & withhold SNAP benefits from 42 million. This cruelty needs to end. Republicans must come to the table to tackle this affordability crisis, end the shutdown & lower health care costs.
Trump's response is to defy the law & withhold SNAP benefits from 42 million. This cruelty needs to end. Republicans must come to the table to tackle this affordability crisis, end the shutdown & lower health care costs.
Trump Threatens to Block SNAP Payments During Shutdown
A judge last week ordered the government to use emergency funds for food-assistance benefits, which were set to be suspended in November.
www.wsj.com
November 4, 2025 at 5:41 PM
Families across the nation don't know how they'll afford groceries this month.
Trump's response is to defy the law & withhold SNAP benefits from 42 million. This cruelty needs to end. Republicans must come to the table to tackle this affordability crisis, end the shutdown & lower health care costs.
Trump's response is to defy the law & withhold SNAP benefits from 42 million. This cruelty needs to end. Republicans must come to the table to tackle this affordability crisis, end the shutdown & lower health care costs.
It’s Color the World Orange Day—a moment to raise awareness on Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS). This chronic pain condition is too often overlooked, despite impacting hundreds of thousands across the nation.
Let's keep pushing for #CRPSAwareness! #CRPSORANGEDAY🧡
Let's keep pushing for #CRPSAwareness! #CRPSORANGEDAY🧡
November 3, 2025 at 4:55 PM
It’s Color the World Orange Day—a moment to raise awareness on Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS). This chronic pain condition is too often overlooked, despite impacting hundreds of thousands across the nation.
Let's keep pushing for #CRPSAwareness! #CRPSORANGEDAY🧡
Let's keep pushing for #CRPSAwareness! #CRPSORANGEDAY🧡
Millions of families across the nation are losing food assistance and facing skyrocketing health care costs – all because Donald Trump and Republicans in Congress are using their shutdown to play politics with people’s lives. Read more here:
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November 2, 2025 at 6:22 PM
Millions of families across the nation are losing food assistance and facing skyrocketing health care costs – all because Donald Trump and Republicans in Congress are using their shutdown to play politics with people’s lives. Read more here:
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Multiple judges have just ruled that Trump must stop blocking the release of funds for food assistance.
The president needs to follow the law and do his job to ensure that the more than 40 million Americans depending on SNAP don't go hungry.
The president needs to follow the law and do his job to ensure that the more than 40 million Americans depending on SNAP don't go hungry.
Judges order the Trump administration to use contingency funds for SNAP payments during the shutdown
Two federal judge have ruled that the Trump administration must continue to fund the SNAP food aid program using contingency funds during the government shutdown.
apnews.com
October 31, 2025 at 7:13 PM
Multiple judges have just ruled that Trump must stop blocking the release of funds for food assistance.
The president needs to follow the law and do his job to ensure that the more than 40 million Americans depending on SNAP don't go hungry.
The president needs to follow the law and do his job to ensure that the more than 40 million Americans depending on SNAP don't go hungry.
This morning, I met with Ralph - a Troy resident, a SNAP recipient, and a veteran who fought for this country - who stands to lose access to food assistance at midnight tonight if the Trump administration refuses to use its legal authority to fully fund the SNAP program for November.
October 31, 2025 at 5:03 PM
This morning, I met with Ralph - a Troy resident, a SNAP recipient, and a veteran who fought for this country - who stands to lose access to food assistance at midnight tonight if the Trump administration refuses to use its legal authority to fully fund the SNAP program for November.
SNAP benefits are set to run out tomorrow, but they don’t have to.
Today, I joined anti-hunger advocates, pantry workers, and SNAP beneficiaries in Troy to demand Trump release funds for food assistance and ensure kids, veterans, and families across our nation don't go hungry.
Today, I joined anti-hunger advocates, pantry workers, and SNAP beneficiaries in Troy to demand Trump release funds for food assistance and ensure kids, veterans, and families across our nation don't go hungry.
October 31, 2025 at 3:26 PM
SNAP benefits are set to run out tomorrow, but they don’t have to.
Today, I joined anti-hunger advocates, pantry workers, and SNAP beneficiaries in Troy to demand Trump release funds for food assistance and ensure kids, veterans, and families across our nation don't go hungry.
Today, I joined anti-hunger advocates, pantry workers, and SNAP beneficiaries in Troy to demand Trump release funds for food assistance and ensure kids, veterans, and families across our nation don't go hungry.
If this administration cares at all about addressing our nation's mental health and addiction crisis, they'll reverse their mass firings of SAMHSA workers at once.
For the millions who depend on this agency for treatment and care, this is a matter of life and death.
For the millions who depend on this agency for treatment and care, this is a matter of life and death.
Trump cuts have decimated the federal addiction and mental health agency
The Trump administration has dismantled big chunks of the federal agency focused on mental health and addiction treatment, reducing its staff by more than half
www.statnews.com
October 30, 2025 at 5:44 PM
If this administration cares at all about addressing our nation's mental health and addiction crisis, they'll reverse their mass firings of SAMHSA workers at once.
For the millions who depend on this agency for treatment and care, this is a matter of life and death.
For the millions who depend on this agency for treatment and care, this is a matter of life and death.