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Congresswoman Nikema Williams @repnikema.bsky.social · 2h

I've been here in D.C., ready to do the work for the #FightingFifth and the American people. My Republican colleagues should be doing the same. (2/2)

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Congresswoman Nikema Williams @repnikema.bsky.social · 2h

I joined the entire Georgia Democratic delegation in demanding that Speaker Mike Johnson call his Republican colleagues back to D.C., so we can negotiate in good faith to prevent health care cost spikes and end this #RepublicanShutdown. (1/2)

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Congresswoman Nikema Williams @repnikema.bsky.social · 23h

Trump's threats to deny our civil servants the pay they are legally owed are cruel and wrong. Democrats will not be intimidated. We will hold this administration accountable and ensure that federal employees in the #FightingFifth and across the country are paid when this #RepublicanShutdown ends.

The Washington Post @washingtonpost.com · 1d

Breaking news: Furloughed federal workers are not entitled to automatic back pay after the government shutdown ends, the Trump administration argues, adding that a law Trump signed guaranteeing back pay to furloughed workers in 2019 does no such thing.

Federal workers not entitled to back pay after shutdown, budget office says

Federal workers may not be entitled to backpay after the government shutdown ends, the Trump administration’s budget office wrote in a new draft memo obtained by The Washington Post, ratcheting up ten...

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Congresswoman Nikema Williams @repnikema.bsky.social · 1d

I'm in D.C., ready to negotiate in good faith for the #FightingFifth and the American people—to end the #RepublicanShutdown and secure affordable healthcare.

It has now been 18 days since Mike Johnson called for votes in the House, and my House Republican colleagues are nowhere in sight.

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Congresswoman Nikema Williams @repnikema.bsky.social · 1d

Today marks two years since the horrific terrorist attack by Hamas that led to the deaths of nearly 1,200 people, including 46 Americans, and the kidnapping of more than 240 Israelis. Read my full statement:

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Congresswoman Nikema Williams @repnikema.bsky.social · 1d

A couple in Fulton County making roughly $85K a year could see their premiums go up by nearly $1,600 if ACA subsidies expire. I will not give up the fight for the health care of working families in the #FightingFifth and across the country.

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Congresswoman Nikema Williams @repnikema.bsky.social · 1d

We are in the midst of the #RepublicanShutdown and it has been 17 days since Mike Johnson called votes in the House of Representatives. Republicans are refusing to work for the American people.

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Congresswoman Nikema Williams @repnikema.bsky.social · 2d

Since Republicans want to play games with this #RepublicanShutdown, let’s play our own. Y’all ever heard of “Two Truths and a Lie”? Let’s play — because I like to speak truth to power, and there are a lot of lies going around about the government shutdown!

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Congresswoman Nikema Williams @repnikema.bsky.social · 3d

#TeamNikema and I joined Morehouse School of Medicine for Community Engagement Day!

#FightingFifth working families are already being hit hard by the #RepublicanShutdown. As Republicans refuse to come to the table, I will continue to show up for our communities.

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Congresswoman Nikema Williams @repnikema.bsky.social · 4d

This week, we entered the #RepublicanShutdown. I remained in D.C. ready to work for the American people while none of my House Republican colleagues were to be found. Catch up on the rest of my week in #NikemasNotes!

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Congresswoman Nikema Williams @repnikema.bsky.social · 4d

#TeamNikema will be at the Morehouse School of Medicine’s Community Engagement Day tomorrow.

Don't miss this opportunity to get your questions answered. We're here for you, #FightingFifth!

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Congresswoman Nikema Williams @repnikema.bsky.social · 4d

One of the many victims of the #RepublicanShutdown are TSA employees who keep air travel safe. I'm working with @andreforatlanta.com to bring relief and provide parking to the employees of Hartsfield-Jackson — the country's busiest and most efficient airport — during these trying times.

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Congresswoman Nikema Williams @repnikema.bsky.social · 5d

I stand with our federal workers, whose livelihoods are endangered by the #RepublicanShutdown and my Republican colleagues’ refusal to meet Democrats at the table. (2/2)

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Congresswoman Nikema Williams @repnikema.bsky.social · 5d

I have spoken with federal workers, union leaders, and RIF’d public servants. All they ask is to continue serving the public without the fear of not knowing what Trump will do next. (1/2)

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Congresswoman Nikema Williams @repnikema.bsky.social · 6d

Even during this #RepublicanShutdown, my Congressional office is OPEN!

We’re here to fight for and serve the #FightingFifth and the American people — we’re here for you!

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Congresswoman Nikema Williams @repnikema.bsky.social · 6d

On this evening, #YomKippur begins. Known as The Day of Atonement, it is the holiest day of the Jewish calendar.

May all observing this reflective moment have an easy fast and a meaningful day of prayer.

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Congresswoman Nikema Williams @repnikema.bsky.social · 6d

"I've been here. I am still here, ready and willing to do the work on behalf of the American people. I will not go home and tell the people that I represent that I was not willing to stand up for their health care." #RepublicanShutdown

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Congresswoman Nikema Williams @repnikema.bsky.social · 7d

@housedemocrats.bsky.social are here. We are ready to work and negotiate in good faith for the American people. Republicans control the House, the Senate, and the Presidency. The Republican Shutdown will not end until REPUBLICANS come to the table.

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Congresswoman Nikema Williams @repnikema.bsky.social · 7d

The Republican shutdown may raise a lot of questions. Here are some of the immediate effects ⬇️

My office remains OPEN and continues to be a resource for the #FightingFifth. Please reach out for assistance or to share your story as we navigate this difficult time together.

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Congresswoman Nikema Williams @repnikema.bsky.social · 7d

Everyone, Democrat or Republican, must denounce Rep. Gillette's advocacy of violence. This is unacceptable, extremely dangerous, and ultimately contributes to the normalization of political violence in our country. (2/2)

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Congresswoman Nikema Williams @repnikema.bsky.social · 7d

In an already deeply polarizing and dangerous political climate, Arizona State Rep. Gillette actively chose violent rhetoric when referring to my friend and colleague, Rep. Jayapal. (1/2) www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...

Republican Arizona lawmaker makes post calling for execution of Democratic congresswoman

John Gillette on X called for ‘people like’ Pramila Jayapal to be ‘hanged’ in response to her video on anti-Trump protests

www.theguardian.com

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Congresswoman Nikema Williams @repnikema.bsky.social · 8d

"I'm not willing to barter on the backs of seniors, of sick children, of people who need healthcare."
 Republicans must include ACA subsidies or face a #GovernmentShutdown. I will not barter the on lives working families in the #FightingFifth and across the country.

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Congresswoman Nikema Williams @repnikema.bsky.social · 9d

Republicans are removing ACA subsidies from the budget and choosing a #GovernmentShutdown rather than working with Democrats to keep premiums affordable for working families in the #FightingFifth and across the country. (2/2)

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Congresswoman Nikema Williams @repnikema.bsky.social · 9d

If ACA subsidies are not extended, 460,000 Georgians will lose their ACA health insurance, causing a $3.7 billion drop in the health sector. (1/2)

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Congresswoman Nikema Williams @repnikema.bsky.social · 9d

Deeply saddened by yet another horrific attack at a church. What were once safe spaces are now marked with fear. It doesn’t have to be this way.

We’ll be saying an extra prayer tonight for the families of the victims and those injured.

Enough. We must address gun violence.

NPR @npr.org · 9d

UPDATE: Multiple people were shot at a Mormon church in Michigan, authorities said Sunday. The shooter was killed by police.

Attack at a Mormon church in Michigan leaves 2 dead, 8 injured

Multiple people were shot at a Mormon church in Michigan, authorities said Sunday. The shooter was killed by police.

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