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Rep. Brendan Boyle @congressmanboyle.bsky.social · 21h

I gotta admit, Donald Trump is right. This shutdown is about health care.

Rep. Brendan Boyle @congressmanboyle.bsky.social · 1d

My team had a wonderful time at State Senator Tartaglione's Senior Expo, sharing information on Medicare & Social Security.

If you ever need help with these programs or other federal agencies, please give us a call or visit my website: https://boyle.house.gov/services/help-federal-agency

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Rep. Brendan Boyle @congressmanboyle.bsky.social · 2d

Trump and Republicans refuse to negotiate and have canceled session again this week.

Republicans don't want to reopen the government — they are happy to kick millions of Americans off their health care and let premiums skyrocket for millions more.

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Rep. Brendan Boyle @congressmanboyle.bsky.social · 4d

First, Republicans shut down the government because they refuse to protect health care for millions of Americans.

Then, they canceled session for this week.

Now, they're not even bothering to bring the House back into session next week!

House Republicans certainly aren’t working for you.

Jamie Dupree @jamiedupree.bsky.social · 4d

🚨🚨The House reading clerk just read a letter from House Speaker Mike Johnson where he declares a 'District Work Period' from October 7 to October 13.

That would mean no votes in the House until mid-month.

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Rep. Brendan Boyle @congressmanboyle.bsky.social · 5d

Republicans would rather shut the government down than protect Americans' health care, but my offices remain open as a resource to the people of Pennsylvania's 2nd District.

If you need help or have questions, don't hesitate to call or visit boyle.house.gov.

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Rep. Brendan Boyle @congressmanboyle.bsky.social · 6d

Sickened to learn of the antisemitic attack at a synagogue in the UK during Yom Kippur services. My prayers are with the victims and their families. Praying also for peace and safety for all those observing the highest holy day in the Jewish faith.

www.nytimes.com/live/2025/10...

Live Updates: Police Say Deadly Attack Outside U.K. Synagogue Was Terrorism

www.nytimes.com

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Rep. Brendan Boyle @congressmanboyle.bsky.social · 6d

Republicans control the House.
Republicans control the Senate.
Republicans control the White House.

But Trump and congressional Republicans would rather shut down the government than protect your health care.

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Rep. Brendan Boyle @congressmanboyle.bsky.social · 6d

Sending best wishes to everyone in Philadelphia and around the world observing Yom Kippur this evening. May this time be filled with reflection, forgiveness, and hope for the year ahead. G'mar Chatima Tovah!

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Rep. Brendan Boyle @congressmanboyle.bsky.social · 6d

See how many people will lose coverage and how much health care costs will rise in your community due to the Republican health care crisis: democrats-budget.house.gov/legislation/...

The Republican Health Care Crisis: Higher Costs, Less Coverage

Donald Trump and Republicans are executing a ruthless plot to take away Medicaid, dismantle the Affordable Care Act, and slash Medicare.

democrats-budget.house.gov

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Rep. Brendan Boyle @congressmanboyle.bsky.social · 6d

Americans in Pennsylvania and across the country will suffer because of the Trump-Republican health care crisis.

Millions will lose their care, and millions more will pay higher costs.

But instead of stopping this crisis, Republicans would rather shut down the government.

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Rep. Brendan Boyle @congressmanboyle.bsky.social · 7d

See just how devastating the Republican health care crisis will be for your neighbors here: democrats-budget.house.gov/legislation/...

The Republican Health Care Crisis: Higher Costs, Less Coverage

Donald Trump and Republicans are executing a ruthless plot to take away Medicaid, dismantle the Affordable Care Act, and slash Medicare.

democrats-budget.house.gov

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Rep. Brendan Boyle @congressmanboyle.bsky.social · 7d

Trump and Republicans passed tax breaks for billionaires while cutting health care for over 30,000 of my neighbors.

They care so little about Pennsylvanians and Americans everywhere, they'd rather shut the government down instead of stopping those cuts.

Shameful.

House Budget Committee Democrats @housebudgetdems.bsky.social · 7d

"Donald Trump and Republicans would rather shut down the government than help millions of Americans afford health care."

Ranking Member @congressmanboyle.bsky.social on the Trump-Republican government shutdown:

Boyle Statement on the Trump-Republican
Government Shutdown
Donald Trump and Republicans would rather shut down the government than help millions of Americans afford health care.
The Trump-Republican health care crisis is already here. Families across the country are watching their premiums skyrocket, and millions of Americans stand to lose coverage altogether, all while billionaires pocket another massive tax break.
I will not stand by while Republicans rip health care away from people in Pennsylvania and across
America.

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Rep. Brendan Boyle @congressmanboyle.bsky.social · 7d

I won’t stand by while Republicans rip health care from my neighbors in Philly and hardworking families across America.

Trump’s health care crisis is kicking millions off coverage, jacking up costs for millions more, and padding the pockets of his billionaire buddies. It's vile.

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Rep. Brendan Boyle @congressmanboyle.bsky.social · 7d

I showed up to Washington ready to avert a shutdown — but Republicans locked the door to the House of Representatives.

Republicans could open Congress up and solve this, but they would rather take health care from millions of their constituents.

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Rep. Brendan Boyle @congressmanboyle.bsky.social · 8d

Republicans would rather shut the government down than save health care for millions of Americans.

I came to Washington today to lower health care costs and keep the government open, but Republican leadership literally locked us out.

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Rep. Brendan Boyle @congressmanboyle.bsky.social · 9d

I am coming to Washington tomorrow to save health care for millions, stop premiums from rising for millions more, and avoid a government shutdown.

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Rep. Brendan Boyle @congressmanboyle.bsky.social · 9d

Horrific news out of Michigan, where a gunman attacked a church during services.

No one should fear for their safety while worshiping with family.

We must end the epidemic of violence plaguing our nation.

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Rep. Brendan Boyle @congressmanboyle.bsky.social · 13d

Food prices are up.
Health care prices are up.
Rent prices are up.

But while everyone pays more to survive, Trump and his family are making billions.

The president should be showing up for working Americans, not cashing in.

www.forbes.com/sites/danale...

Here's How Much The Trump Family Is Worth

President Trump just had the most lucrative year of his life. But percentage-wise, his three sons—Don Jr., Eric and Barron—did even better.

www.forbes.com

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Rep. Brendan Boyle @congressmanboyle.bsky.social · 14d

The news that three people were shot in an ICE facility this morning in Dallas is horrifying.

My prayers are with the victims and their families.

We must come together to rid our society of the gun violence and political violence that is plaguing America.

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Rep. Brendan Boyle @congressmanboyle.bsky.social · 15d

L'Shanah Tovah! Wishing everyone celebrating this evening a happy Rosh Hashanah.

May your new year be filled with peace, blessings, and good health!

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Rep. Brendan Boyle @congressmanboyle.bsky.social · 15d

Team Boyle joined family and friends last night for a vigil remembering Everett Beauregard, a former intern tragically taken from us three years ago.

Everett's memory is a blessing to everyone who was in his life. My continued prayers are with his family and all who knew him.

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Rep. Brendan Boyle @congressmanboyle.bsky.social · 15d

Trump and Republicans are ripping health care away from millions of Americans and driving up costs for millions more, all to pay for billionaire tax breaks.

If you’re one of the people they’re screwing over, help me fight back and share your story here: boyle.house.gov/contact/shar...

IS YOUR HEALTH CARE IN JEOPARDY DUE TO REPUBLICAN CUTS?
ARE YOU PAYING MORE IN PREMIUMS?
SHARE YOUR HEALTH CARE STORY

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Rep. Brendan Boyle @congressmanboyle.bsky.social · 18d

boyle.house.gov/media-center...

Boyle Statement on Another Russian Incursion into NATO Airspace

Congressman Brendan F. Boyle (PA-02), Lead Democrat of the U.S. Congressional Delegation to the NATO Parliamentary Assembly, released the following statement after Russian aircraft violated Estonian a...

boyle.house.gov

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Rep. Brendan Boyle @congressmanboyle.bsky.social · 18d

President Trump must urgently condemn Russian aggression and stand with NATO.

My statement on Russia's violation of Estonian airspace:

Boyle Statement on Another Russian Incursion into NATO
Airspace
This is yet another breach of NATO airspace and a dangerous escalation by Putin's regime. These repeated violations show that Russia's aggression is not limited to Ukraine but is directed at NATO itself.
NATO's quick and united response proves the Alliance is strong and prepared. If Russia keeps choosing this reckless path, it will face serious consequences.
Donald Trump, on the other hand, has shown nothing but weakness. His refusal to hold Russia accountable and his constant attacks on our allies have only emboldened Putin. If Trump wants to prove he is not weak, he must finally condemn Russian aggression, support Ukraine, and stand with NATO.

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Rep. Brendan Boyle @congressmanboyle.bsky.social · 19d

Republicans are threatening a shutdown unless they can keep waging war on YOUR health care.

If they aren't stopped, millions will lose coverage, and millions more will pay higher costs.

I’ll back a budget that protects Americans’ health care, not rips it away.

House Budget Committee Democrats @housebudgetdems.bsky.social · 19d

“Republicans are threatening to shut down the government because they refuse to end their all-out war on health care."

Ranking Member @congressmanboyle.bsky.social on passage of the Republican funding bill that rips health care from millions:

Boyle Statement on
Republicans' Funding Bill That Rips Away Health Care and Raises Costs for Millions
Republicans are threatening to shut down the government because they refuse to end their all-out war on health care. Their plan would gut Medicaid, dismantle the Affordable Care Act, and slash Medicare, ripping coverage from 15 million Americans and sending health care costs through the roof. I stand ready to support a budget that protects working families' health care.

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