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Rep. Rob Menendez

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Olivia and Robert's second favorite parent. Husband to Alex. Congressman for #NJ08 - the district with the best people and food no questions asked. https://linktr.ee/repmenendez

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Rep. Rob Menendez @menendez.house.gov · May 10

What I saw today in Newark is a scene I never imagined experiencing in my lifetime. But I refuse to believe today reflects who we are as a country. We must all commit to correcting the course our country is on. Standing side by side, I know we can achieve those better tomorrows - together.

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Rep. Rob Menendez @menendez.house.gov · 3h

We cannot leave families behind during this Republican-led government shutdown.

Proud to help introduce legislation today to protect WIC and ensure states are reimbursed for providing this critical funding for our communities.

Congressman Gabe Amo @amo.house.gov · 9h

🔔New bill to protect women & children from the Republican shutdown 🔔

My new CARE for WIC During a Shutdown Act ensures states have certainty they will receive federal government reimbursement to ensure moms & kids see no disruption to WIC when there is a shutdown.

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Rep. Rob Menendez @menendez.house.gov · 6h

Meanwhile, House Democrats are holding the line - fighting for all Americans, to lower costs, protect healthcare, and keep our communities safe. We are in this fight - together.

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Rep. Rob Menendez @menendez.house.gov · 6h

A friendly reminder on Day 8 of the Republican-led government shutdown: Republicans control the House, the Senate, and the White House. They own this shutdown and all of its consequences.

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Rep. Rob Menendez @menendez.house.gov · 10h

House Democrats are continuing to hold the line to make healthcare more affordable for all Americans. We are in this fight - together.

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Rep. Rob Menendez @menendez.house.gov · 10h

2️⃣ He’s blocking Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva from being sworn in because her vote could bring the release of the Epstein files one step closer.

That terrifies House Republicans apparently more than the thought of millions of Americans - a high % in red states - from losing healthcare.

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Rep. Rob Menendez @menendez.house.gov · 10h

1️⃣ After cutting a trillion dollars from healthcare in our country, Republicans are set on letting ACA tax credits expire. Because of their actions (and inaction), premiums are going to go up across the country.

Their plan? Keep the government shutdown so they aren’t here to be held accountable.

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Rep. Rob Menendez @menendez.house.gov · 10h

Speaker Johnson cancelled votes again this week because House Republicans are in a complete bind. How so? 🧵

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Rep. Rob Menendez @menendez.house.gov · 11h

House Democrats will continue conducting oversight, holding ICE and private prison companies accountable, and ensuring everyone is treated with basic human dignity.

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Rep. Rob Menendez @menendez.house.gov · 11h

This is absolutely shameful. My heart breaks for the families of the 21 immigrants killed on ICE's watch this year.

These unsafe conditions at privately run, for-profit ICE facilities show a profound disregard for the well-being of mothers, fathers, sons & daughters.

NOTUS @notus.com · 2d

2025 Fiscal Year Among the Deadliest in ICE History for Detained Migrants
via @ameliacolon.bsky.social
www.notus.org/immigration/...

2025 Fiscal Year Among the Deadliest in ICE History for Detained Migrants

Nearly all of ICE’s detention centers are run by privately owned companies and have been criticized for overcrowding and unsanitary living conditions.

www.notus.org

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Rep. Rob Menendez @menendez.house.gov · 1d

Every child in New Jersey deserves an outstanding public education where they can learn and thrive.

Grateful to Mayor Sires and local leaders for breaking ground on a new middle school in West New York and making this vision a reality.

New Jersey SDA and West New York officials visit site of future middle school - Hudson County View

The New Jersey Schools Development Authority officials visited the site of a new middle school with West New York officials to mark progress.

hudsoncountyview.com

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Rep. Rob Menendez @menendez.house.gov · 1d

At a time when energy bills are skyrocketing, the Trump Admin is cancelling clean energy projects in NJ & across the country.

That's why I joined my colleagues in demanding DOE reinstate these projects that will lower electricity costs & increase grid reliability. NJ’s families depend on it.

House of Reps. SEEC @houseseec.bsky.social · 1d

SEEC Clean Energy Deployment Task Force Co-Chairs @levin.house.gov & @casten.house.gov led 163 Dems to demand that DOE reinstate $8B in projects that would lower electricity costs for all Americans. Trump's reckless energy policy only makes it more expensive for families to keep the lights on.

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Rep. Rob Menendez @menendez.house.gov · 1d

As we reflect on this fateful day, we must keep pushing to bring every hostage home, end the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, and secure an enduring peace for everyone in the region. I will forever be hopeful that we can achieve these goals and finally bring an end to this tragic conflict.

Rep. Rob Menendez @menendez.house.gov · 1d

Today marks two years since the attack on Israel by Hamas - and two years of captivity for the remaining hostages.

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Rep. Rob Menendez @menendez.house.gov · 2d

Speaker Johnson, earlier today: "Republicans are the party working around the clock everyday to fix healthcare. This is not talking points for us: we've done it."

PatriotTakes 🇺🇸 @patriottakes.bsky.social · 4d

🚨 Video of Trump golfing at his Virginia golf club today. This is what he was doing instead of working to keep the government open.

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Rep. Rob Menendez @menendez.house.gov · 2d

It's Day 6 of the Republican-led government shutdown.

House Democrats are holding the line, fighting for your healthcare and here to serve you.

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Rep. Rob Menendez @menendez.house.gov · 2d

I look forward to continuing to support them & the incredible work they do in Hudson County and beyond.

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Rep. Rob Menendez @menendez.house.gov · 2d

📍North Hudson Community Action Corporation in Union City

📢 While Republicans work to cut Medicaid & make it harder for Americans to have access to affordable care, it's critical we stand up for our Federally Qualified Health Centers & protect the essential services millions rely on.

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Rep. Rob Menendez @menendez.house.gov · 3d

This is why I fight so hard every day in Washington for all of you - mi gente. Privileged to represent the place I’ve always called home. 🙏

Rep. Rob Menendez @menendez.house.gov · 3d

📍50th Annual Hispanic State Parade

What a day celebrating our Hispanic community and honoring the mosaic of cultures that make Hudson County and everything they are.

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Rep. Rob Menendez @menendez.house.gov · 4d

Share your story here:

Share Your Story with Us

Since President Trump's inauguration, our office has been flooded with messages from constituents who are concerned about the harmful effects of the new administration's policies.

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Rep. Rob Menendez @menendez.house.gov · 4d

It's Day 4 of the Republican shutdown & people across New Jersey are already feeling the impact, but not just from the shutdown, the Trump Admin has caused harm across our communities since Day 1 of his Administration.

We want to hear from you. Your voice, & your story are important to our fight.

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Rep. Rob Menendez @menendez.house.gov · 5d

We are in day 3 of a government shutdown and the president is nowhere to be found.

Anyone doing a wellness check?

Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 5d

Trump has not been seen in public since Tuesday and has no public events on his calendar today

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Rep. Rob Menendez @menendez.house.gov · 5d

My dear friend, Bill Pascrell, embodied the spirit of NJ & dedicated his life to fighting every day for what was right in his hometown of Paterson ("one t") & beyond.

Grateful to Gov. Murphy for renaming Route 19 in his honor as a tribute to a man who gave everything to the community he loved.

Rep. Rob Menendez @menendez.house.gov · 5d

White House Senses Political Risk on Healthcare Despite Shutdown Bravado

Aides to President Trump are discussing proposals to extend enhanced Obamacare subsidies on which millions of Americans rely.

www.wsj.com

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Rep. Rob Menendez @menendez.house.gov · 5d

The GOP has no real healthcare plan - just cuts.

As millions face higher premiums, the GOP offers ZERO alternative to lower costs or expand coverage. Their strategy? Slash programs & make families pay the price.

Meanwhile, House Dems are working to protect healthcare - just as we've done before.

Rep. Rob Menendez @menendez.house.gov · May 14

Republicans think they’re fooling the American people when they say they’re “shifting” people off Medicaid when we all know people are losing healthcare coverage under this bill.

We’re not buying it, and neither should you.

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