Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon
@scanlon.house.gov
Representing Pennsylvania's 5th Congressional District. Member of @democrats-judiciary.house.gov and House Rules.
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House Republicans took an unconscionable vote to strip healthcare and food assistance from millions of Americans to give the ultrawealthy a tax cut.
I voted no.
Read my full statement below:
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I voted no.
Read my full statement below:
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By repealing the EPA regulation that underpins all US regulation of greenhouse gases, the Trump administration is sacrificing our global climate so that fossil fuel companies can make even greater profits.
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Trump repeals U.S. government’s power to regulate climate
The Environmental Protection Agency finishes the repeal of the “endangerment finding,” a landmark legal opinion underpinning policies regulating climate change.
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February 12, 2026 at 11:04 PM
By repealing the EPA regulation that underpins all US regulation of greenhouse gases, the Trump administration is sacrificing our global climate so that fossil fuel companies can make even greater profits.
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The DOJ spied on members of Congress who went to look through the unredacted Epstein files.
How far will the Trump administration go to protect the rich and powerful in the Epstein files?
How far will the Trump administration go to protect the rich and powerful in the Epstein files?
February 12, 2026 at 9:27 PM
The DOJ spied on members of Congress who went to look through the unredacted Epstein files.
How far will the Trump administration go to protect the rich and powerful in the Epstein files?
How far will the Trump administration go to protect the rich and powerful in the Epstein files?
The end of ICE's reign of terror is long overdue. Both the trauma and death that this administration has inflicted on American communities are inexcusable. The people of Minnesota deserve our gratitude for standing up for their neighbors, human rights, and the rule of law.
Breaking News: The Trump administration repealed the bedrock scientific finding that greenhouse gases threaten human life and well being, meaning that the EPA can no longer regulate them. nyti.ms/4rSszQu
February 12, 2026 at 8:30 PM
The end of ICE's reign of terror is long overdue. Both the trauma and death that this administration has inflicted on American communities are inexcusable. The people of Minnesota deserve our gratitude for standing up for their neighbors, human rights, and the rule of law.
But Pam Bondi said the Dow hit 50,000 yesterday...
US debt forecast to hit $64T in a decade as Trump policies widen deficit
US debt forecast to hit $64T in a decade as Trump policies widen deficit
Congress’ nonpartisan scorekeeper predicts that the annual deficit will grow to $3.1 trillion by 2036.
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February 12, 2026 at 7:25 PM
But Pam Bondi said the Dow hit 50,000 yesterday...
Republicans in Congress gutted Medicaid last summer.
The Senate has the opportunity to pass the House's 3-year extension of the ACA tax credits and lower healthcare costs for American families.
The Senate has the opportunity to pass the House's 3-year extension of the ACA tax credits and lower healthcare costs for American families.
2 out of 3 Americans are worried about paying for health care.
A majority of the public also says they expect health care costs for them and their families to become even less affordable in the coming year.
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A majority of the public also says they expect health care costs for them and their families to become even less affordable in the coming year.
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KFF Health Tracking Poll: Health Care Costs, Expiring ACA Tax Credits, and the 2026 Midterms | KFF
Looking ahead to the midterm elections, health care costs are the public’s top economic concern, and many voters say the issue will have a major impact on their vote. On health care issues, including ...
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February 12, 2026 at 7:19 PM
Republicans in Congress gutted Medicaid last summer.
The Senate has the opportunity to pass the House's 3-year extension of the ACA tax credits and lower healthcare costs for American families.
The Senate has the opportunity to pass the House's 3-year extension of the ACA tax credits and lower healthcare costs for American families.
75% of Pennsylvanians don't have a Real ID, and 50% don't have a passport.
If the SAVE America Act passes, they wouldn't be able to vote THIS November.
Any member of Congress from Pennsylvania who votes yes is voting against the interests of their constituents.
If the SAVE America Act passes, they wouldn't be able to vote THIS November.
Any member of Congress from Pennsylvania who votes yes is voting against the interests of their constituents.
February 11, 2026 at 11:15 PM
75% of Pennsylvanians don't have a Real ID, and 50% don't have a passport.
If the SAVE America Act passes, they wouldn't be able to vote THIS November.
Any member of Congress from Pennsylvania who votes yes is voting against the interests of their constituents.
If the SAVE America Act passes, they wouldn't be able to vote THIS November.
Any member of Congress from Pennsylvania who votes yes is voting against the interests of their constituents.
Reposted by Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon
REP. SCANLON: “Will you commit to provide this committee with your list of entities that you recommend be designated as domestic terrorist organizations?”
BONDI: “I’m not going to commit to anything to you because you won’t let me answer questions.”
BONDI: “I’m not going to commit to anything to you because you won’t let me answer questions.”
February 11, 2026 at 5:22 PM
REP. SCANLON: “Will you commit to provide this committee with your list of entities that you recommend be designated as domestic terrorist organizations?”
BONDI: “I’m not going to commit to anything to you because you won’t let me answer questions.”
BONDI: “I’m not going to commit to anything to you because you won’t let me answer questions.”
Pam Bondi wouldn’t answer my questions because the DOJ is likely listing Americans who disagree with the Trump administration as domestic terrorists, while the Oath Keepers and the Proud Boys get a pass.
February 11, 2026 at 7:19 PM
Pam Bondi wouldn’t answer my questions because the DOJ is likely listing Americans who disagree with the Trump administration as domestic terrorists, while the Oath Keepers and the Proud Boys get a pass.
Using your First Amendment rights to speak out against this administration is not illegal.
If you're being listed as a domestic terrorist by the Trump administration for doing so, you deserve to know.
If you're being listed as a domestic terrorist by the Trump administration for doing so, you deserve to know.
SCANLON: Can we assume the DOJ has prepared that list of groups that are designated as 'domestic terrorist organizations'?
BONDI: I'm not going to answer it yes or no, but I know antifa is part of it
S: Will you commit to providing this committee with the list?
BONDI: I won't commit to anything
BONDI: I'm not going to answer it yes or no, but I know antifa is part of it
S: Will you commit to providing this committee with the list?
BONDI: I won't commit to anything
February 11, 2026 at 6:37 PM
Using your First Amendment rights to speak out against this administration is not illegal.
If you're being listed as a domestic terrorist by the Trump administration for doing so, you deserve to know.
If you're being listed as a domestic terrorist by the Trump administration for doing so, you deserve to know.
Pam Bondi can hurl as many insults as she wants at members of Congress, but I'll keep standing up for the American people.
Using your First Amendment rights to speak out against the Trump administration’s lawlessness does NOT make you a domestic terrorist.
Using your First Amendment rights to speak out against the Trump administration’s lawlessness does NOT make you a domestic terrorist.
Mary Gay Scanlon: We get it. You don't want to answer the question.
Pam Bondi: You don't get anything regarding public safety. Nothing.
Scanlon: Thank you for the insult. It's clear you didn't come to Congress prepared to answer questions that the American people have every right to have answered.
Pam Bondi: You don't get anything regarding public safety. Nothing.
Scanlon: Thank you for the insult. It's clear you didn't come to Congress prepared to answer questions that the American people have every right to have answered.
February 11, 2026 at 6:34 PM
Pam Bondi can hurl as many insults as she wants at members of Congress, but I'll keep standing up for the American people.
Using your First Amendment rights to speak out against the Trump administration’s lawlessness does NOT make you a domestic terrorist.
Using your First Amendment rights to speak out against the Trump administration’s lawlessness does NOT make you a domestic terrorist.
Note at the end of this interaction: Bondi refused to face the survivors and apologize.
Jayapal asks Epstein survivors in hearing room to stand and raise hands if they still haven't been able to meet with Bondi's DOJ. Every single one of them doe. Jayapal then gives Bondi an opportunity to apologize. She responds by trying to attack Jayapal and Merrick Garland but doesn't apologize.
February 11, 2026 at 3:57 PM
Note at the end of this interaction: Bondi refused to face the survivors and apologize.
American households are paying $1,000 more on average because of tariffs.
Speaker Johnson should stop blocking the House from voting to repeal the Trump tariffs so we can lower costs for American families.
Speaker Johnson should stop blocking the House from voting to repeal the Trump tariffs so we can lower costs for American families.
Trump: "So I put on a 30% tariff, which is very low. I got an emergency call from I believe the prime minister of Switzerland. She was very aggressive ... I didn't really like the way she talked to us, so instead of giving her a reduction, I raised it to 39%."
February 11, 2026 at 1:02 AM
American households are paying $1,000 more on average because of tariffs.
Speaker Johnson should stop blocking the House from voting to repeal the Trump tariffs so we can lower costs for American families.
Speaker Johnson should stop blocking the House from voting to repeal the Trump tariffs so we can lower costs for American families.
The Save America Act would make it harder for most Americans to register to vote or vote.
It is already illegal for non-citizens to vote & the penalties for violating the law are severe.
This bill would burden eligible Americans to provide various documents of citizenship, disenfranchising them.
It is already illegal for non-citizens to vote & the penalties for violating the law are severe.
This bill would burden eligible Americans to provide various documents of citizenship, disenfranchising them.
February 10, 2026 at 11:05 PM
The Save America Act would make it harder for most Americans to register to vote or vote.
It is already illegal for non-citizens to vote & the penalties for violating the law are severe.
This bill would burden eligible Americans to provide various documents of citizenship, disenfranchising them.
It is already illegal for non-citizens to vote & the penalties for violating the law are severe.
This bill would burden eligible Americans to provide various documents of citizenship, disenfranchising them.
In private, @houserepublicans.bsky.social acknowledge that tariffs have been a disaster for Americans.
But when Speaker Johnson blocks a vote to reverse the tariffs and the President brags about them, they refuse to stand up for lower costs for Americans.
But when Speaker Johnson blocks a vote to reverse the tariffs and the President brags about them, they refuse to stand up for lower costs for Americans.
February 10, 2026 at 2:11 AM
In private, @houserepublicans.bsky.social acknowledge that tariffs have been a disaster for Americans.
But when Speaker Johnson blocks a vote to reverse the tariffs and the President brags about them, they refuse to stand up for lower costs for Americans.
But when Speaker Johnson blocks a vote to reverse the tariffs and the President brags about them, they refuse to stand up for lower costs for Americans.
The costs of rent, groceries, energy, and healthcare are all up, but @houserepublicans.bsky.social aren't standing up for working families.
They only stand up when billionaires, polluters, or their donors need a tax break.
They only stand up when billionaires, polluters, or their donors need a tax break.
February 9, 2026 at 11:24 PM
The costs of rent, groceries, energy, and healthcare are all up, but @houserepublicans.bsky.social aren't standing up for working families.
They only stand up when billionaires, polluters, or their donors need a tax break.
They only stand up when billionaires, polluters, or their donors need a tax break.
@houserepublicans.bsky.social are proposing a bill that would make it easier for criminals to purchase tasers.
After defunding local police departments and community safety programs last year, they're pushing policies that would make our communities more dangerous.
After defunding local police departments and community safety programs last year, they're pushing policies that would make our communities more dangerous.
February 9, 2026 at 11:15 PM
@houserepublicans.bsky.social are proposing a bill that would make it easier for criminals to purchase tasers.
After defunding local police departments and community safety programs last year, they're pushing policies that would make our communities more dangerous.
After defunding local police departments and community safety programs last year, they're pushing policies that would make our communities more dangerous.
The median household income in America is $83,730.
February 9, 2026 at 10:05 PM
The median household income in America is $83,730.
Thousands of Pennsylvanians had to give up their healthcare coverage because DC Republicans chose to give their billionaire donors a tax cut by refusing to extend the ACA tax credits that American families rely on.
The Senate needs to pass the 3-year extension of the ACA tax credits NOW.
The Senate needs to pass the 3-year extension of the ACA tax credits NOW.
Pennie enrollment plummets as health insurance premiums increase by 102%
The state marketplace says nearly 1 in 5 subscribers dropped their plans after enhanced federal tax credits expired.
www.phillyvoice.com
February 9, 2026 at 10:04 PM
Thousands of Pennsylvanians had to give up their healthcare coverage because DC Republicans chose to give their billionaire donors a tax cut by refusing to extend the ACA tax credits that American families rely on.
The Senate needs to pass the 3-year extension of the ACA tax credits NOW.
The Senate needs to pass the 3-year extension of the ACA tax credits NOW.
Children are not the "worst of the worst."
These letters are heartbreaking. This administration's cruelty has no bounds.
These letters are heartbreaking. This administration's cruelty has no bounds.
1/ ProPublica collected handwritten letters in mid-January from children held at the Dilley Immigration Processing Center, the same facility where 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos was taken.
Hundreds of kids are still detained.
We’ll let the children’s words speak for themselves. 🧵
Hundreds of kids are still detained.
We’ll let the children’s words speak for themselves. 🧵
February 9, 2026 at 9:44 PM
Children are not the "worst of the worst."
These letters are heartbreaking. This administration's cruelty has no bounds.
These letters are heartbreaking. This administration's cruelty has no bounds.
Ghislaine Maxwell pleaded the Fifth and refused to provide information because she wants the President to grant her clemency for her silence.
All the Epstein files need to be released. The truth must come out. All of it.
All the Epstein files need to be released. The truth must come out. All of it.
BREAKING: Ghislaine Maxwell's lawyer says she's 'prepared to speak fully and honestly' about Jeffrey Epstein's actions if Trump grants her clemency.
The House Oversight Committee Chair says that Maxwell refused to answer questions during her virtual deposition with the committee.
The House Oversight Committee Chair says that Maxwell refused to answer questions during her virtual deposition with the committee.
Trump administration live updates: Ghislaine Maxwell invokes 5th in Congress probe; lawmakers to view unredacted Epstein files
Trump administration live updates: Congress members may begin viewing unredacted Epstein files at DOJ
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February 9, 2026 at 9:32 PM
Ghislaine Maxwell pleaded the Fifth and refused to provide information because she wants the President to grant her clemency for her silence.
All the Epstein files need to be released. The truth must come out. All of it.
All the Epstein files need to be released. The truth must come out. All of it.
I was proud to participate in the groundbreaking for a new main school building on Elwyn’s Media Campus. This new facility will continue Elwyn's longstanding mission of helping people with developmental and behavioral health challenges develop the skills they need to thrive.
February 9, 2026 at 3:09 PM
I was proud to participate in the groundbreaking for a new main school building on Elwyn’s Media Campus. This new facility will continue Elwyn's longstanding mission of helping people with developmental and behavioral health challenges develop the skills they need to thrive.
I was honored to join community leaders at an interfaith vigil and call to action in Norristown in memory of Renee Good and Alex Pretti after they were brutally shot and killed by rogue federal agents in Minnesota.
February 9, 2026 at 3:00 PM
I was honored to join community leaders at an interfaith vigil and call to action in Norristown in memory of Renee Good and Alex Pretti after they were brutally shot and killed by rogue federal agents in Minnesota.
Amazon cut 30,000 jobs over the past few months.
Republicans' Big Ugly Bill isn't helping workers. They're helping billionaires and big businesses.
Republicans' Big Ugly Bill isn't helping workers. They're helping billionaires and big businesses.
Republicans’ tax cuts shaved billions off Amazon’s tax bill, new government filings show.
The company says it ran a $1.2 billion tax bill last year, down from $9 billion the previous year — even as its profits jumped by 45 percent to nearly $90 billion.
More on Amazon's 87% drop in taxes👇
The company says it ran a $1.2 billion tax bill last year, down from $9 billion the previous year — even as its profits jumped by 45 percent to nearly $90 billion.
More on Amazon's 87% drop in taxes👇
Amazon's tax bill plunges after GOP tax cuts
The 87 percent drop is largely due to a more generous depreciation break in the 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act.'
www.politico.com
February 7, 2026 at 5:18 PM
Amazon cut 30,000 jobs over the past few months.
Republicans' Big Ugly Bill isn't helping workers. They're helping billionaires and big businesses.
Republicans' Big Ugly Bill isn't helping workers. They're helping billionaires and big businesses.
I joined students and educators from The Solebury School and Friends Select School for a teach-in at the site of the President’s House, where the Trump administration removed displays recounting the history of slavery during George Washington’s time there.
February 7, 2026 at 5:10 PM
I joined students and educators from The Solebury School and Friends Select School for a teach-in at the site of the President’s House, where the Trump administration removed displays recounting the history of slavery during George Washington’s time there.
The US labor market has hit record-high job cuts.
Instead of increasing job opportunities, the Trump Administration is cutting 50,000 federal jobs.
Instead of increasing job opportunities, the Trump Administration is cutting 50,000 federal jobs.
In its latest effort to weaken the federal workforce, the Trump administration issued a rule on Thursday that would shift an estimated 50,000 senior career staffers into a new category that would make them easier to fire. https://cnn.it/4ah3kQq
February 7, 2026 at 12:01 AM
The US labor market has hit record-high job cuts.
Instead of increasing job opportunities, the Trump Administration is cutting 50,000 federal jobs.
Instead of increasing job opportunities, the Trump Administration is cutting 50,000 federal jobs.