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Representative Deborah Ross @ross.house.gov · 1d

This Republican shutdown is harming North Carolinians -- from federal employees and service members not receiving pay to threats to nutrition assistance.

I want to hear how Trump and Republicans have affected you. Share your story at the link below:
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Representative Deborah Ross @ross.house.gov · 1d

Republicans shut down the government, and now House Republicans are planning a fourth week of vacation. They haven't spent a single day in D.C. since the shutdown started.

They need to come back to reopen the government and stop the healthcare premium hikes.

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Representative Deborah Ross @ross.house.gov · 1d

Our relationship with India, the world's largest democracy, shows that free and open societies can prosper through cooperation. But Trump's tariffs threaten that connection.

I joined @khanna.house.gov and 19 of our colleagues calling on Trump to reverse his tariffs on India.

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Representative Deborah Ross @ross.house.gov · 2d

During my Telephone Town Hall earlier this week, a constituent asked a question we've all been asking: How can we stay positive at a time like this?

Here's how I stay positive.

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Representative Deborah Ross @ross.house.gov · 3d

I think I know why Speaker Johnson doesn't want to bring the House back in session...

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Representative Deborah Ross @ross.house.gov · 3d

The Comey Indictment is just another example of Trump's abuse of power. Using the Dept. of Justice to go after perceived political enemies is disgraceful.

We must recognize this for what it is: an attack on our system of impartial justice.
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Comey pleads not guilty as lawyers signal intent to argue the case is politically motivated

ALEXANDRIA, Va. (AP) — James Comey pleaded not guilty Wednesday in a criminal case that has highlighted the Justice Department's efforts to target adversaries of President Donald Trump, with lawyers f...

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Representative Deborah Ross @ross.house.gov · 3d

It's been a week since Republicans shut down the government. And where are House Republicans? On an extended vacation.

They control Congress and the White House. They must return to D.C. and work with us to lower health insurance costs that are hurting American families.

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Representative Deborah Ross @ross.house.gov · 4d

Wake County: Thank you for showing up to my telephone town hall last night!

I appreciated your questions on the Republican shutdown, expanding access to affordable healthcare, and how to stay positive despite the times we're living through.

I can't wait for the next one!

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Representative Deborah Ross @ross.house.gov · 4d

The victims of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse deserve justice. Pardoning their tormenter would be a slap in the face.

We need true accountability and justice. Release the files.
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Representative Deborah Ross @ross.house.gov · 4d

Republicans shut down the government. Trump then threatened to fire thousands of federal workers. Now, Republicans are saying furloughed employees don't deserve pay for their hard work?

You're elected officials. End the shutdown and treat people with respect.
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Trump floats plan to deny back pay to furloughed federal workers after shutdown • NC Newsline

The Trump administration may try to interpret a law enacted during his first term in office differently than it did following the last government shutdown, potentially denying back pay to hundreds of ...

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Representative Deborah Ross @ross.house.gov · 5d

Republicans shut down our government almost a week ago.

And what have they been up to? House Republicans extended their vacation by a week, and Trump was playing golf this weekend.

You can't help the American people if you aren't at work.
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Trump Casually Golfs His Way Through Yet Another National Crisis

The president’s Saturday outing comes as his administration throws the kitchen sink at Democrats, blaming the Left for at least 750,000 federal workers being either furloughed or working without pay.

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Representative Deborah Ross @ross.house.gov · 5d

This morning, I hosted a virtual roundtable to celebrate #HispanicHeritageMonth and hear from incredible changemakers who are supporting North Carolina's Latino communities.

Hispanic heritage is part of our country's DNA. So grateful to hear from these important voices today.

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Representative Deborah Ross @ross.house.gov · 5d

It's been nearly a week since Trump and Republicans shut down the government, and I'm sure you have questions.

Join me for a telephone townhall TONIGHT at 8PM to discuss the shutdown, attacks on healthcare, and what you can do.

RSVP: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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Representative Deborah Ross @ross.house.gov · 5d

House Republicans chose to shut down the government and leave town.

Now, they're extending their vacation and taking off another week.

Americans deserve officials who will show up to work, lower costs, and protect healthcare. House Republicans are failing at all three.

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Representative Deborah Ross @ross.house.gov · 6d

I loved spending time at the Wendell Harvest Festival and speaking with businessowners, young entrepeneurs, and members of our community.

I can't wait to celebrate next year!

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Representative Deborah Ross @ross.house.gov · 8d

I visited the Family Resource Center South Atlantic in Raleigh to hear about the work they are doing to support our community.

While Republican cuts to Medicaid and federal grants impact their service delivery, they're still providing support to children and families in our community.

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Representative Deborah Ross @ross.house.gov · 8d

Republicans control the White House and Congress, and they forced this shutdown.

That hasn't stopped them from spreading lies to try to saddle Democrats with the blame. Here's the truth.

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Representative Deborah Ross @ross.house.gov · 8d

Healthcare is vital to creating stable homes and communities.

But Republican cuts to Medicaid and attacks on the ACA could cause over 880,000 North Carolinians to lose their healthcare.

We can't let that happen. I will always fight for your healthcare.

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Representative Deborah Ross @ross.house.gov · 8d

Trump and Republicans have shut down the government, and I want to hear from you.

Join me for a Telephone Town Hall Monday at 8pm to discuss the shutdown, attacks on healthcare, and what you can do.

RSVP at the link ⬇️
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Representative Deborah Ross @ross.house.gov · 8d

Trump and Republicans already put Americans' healthcare in jeopardy when they eviscerated Medicaid funding to pay for billionaire tax breaks.

I'm not surprised they'd rather shut down the government than lower healthcare premiums.

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Representative Deborah Ross @ross.house.gov · 9d

Air traffic controllers have a hard enough job during normal times. During a shutdown, their stress is compounded by potential pay lapses, furloughed staff, and no new staff hires.

I brought air traffic controllers at RDU coffee & donuts today to thank them for their work.

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Representative Deborah Ross @ross.house.gov · 9d

No one should see their health insurance premium double overnight.

I'm working to restore Medicaid and health insurance funding that Republicans cut and oppose. Everyone should be able access to the healthcare they deserve.

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Representative Deborah Ross @ross.house.gov · 9d

The Republican shutdown will be devastating for many North Carolinians, including those relying on SNAP, WIC, Head Start, and other federal assistance.
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NC Democratic lawmakers slam GOP leaders over federal shutdown’s local fallout • NC Newsline

The federal shutdown started early Wednesday as Congress failed to pass a funding bill before the start of the new fiscal year, leaving at least 200 federally-funded state employees in North Carolina.

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Representative Deborah Ross @ross.house.gov · 10d

Republicans would rather force a government shutdown than protect your healthcare.

Democrats are united in protecting you and your family, and lowering healthcare costs.

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Representative Deborah Ross @ross.house.gov · 10d

The people of AZ's 7th District elected Adelita Grijalva to represent them in Congress.

But Speaker Johnson won't swear her in because then we'll have enough signatures to force the release of the Epstein files.

Seat Rep.-elect Grijalva. Release the files.

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