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Congresswoman Andrea Salinas @salinas.house.gov · 30m

‼️TODAY‼️ I will speak at the Steering & Policy Committee to share real stories from #OR06 about the consequences of not extending the ACA premium tax credits.

Republicans: Come back to the table to reopen the government & prevent rising health care costs.

Stay tuned to hear more ⬇️

House Democratic Hearing on the Republican Healthcare Crisis

YouTube video by Rep. Jeffries

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Congresswoman Andrea Salinas @salinas.house.gov · 17h

That’s why I signed onto the Federal Firefighter Paycheck Protection Act to protect all federal firefighters during a shutdown.

Read more about it here ⬇️ (2/2)

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Congresswoman Andrea Salinas @salinas.house.gov · 17h

Our federal firefighters keep serving, even during the Republicans’ government shutdown.

This #FirePreventionWeek, we must ensure that our firefighters have the resources they need to keep our communities safe from these deadly blazes. (1/2)

Congresswoman Andrea Salinas @salinas.house.gov · Jul 28

Wildfire season is upon us, and access to the right information is critical.

Make a plan; sign up for emergency alerts; and monitor wildfires, smoke, and air quality.

See more resources below ⬇️

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Congresswoman Andrea Salinas @salinas.house.gov · 18h

I met with furloughed AFGE & AFSCME government employees who are being impacted by the Republicans' shutdown.

These hardworking public servants deserve stability. I’ll keep supporting them during the middle of this Republican mess, and every day after.

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Congresswoman Andrea Salinas @salinas.house.gov · 20h

Americans are too smart for Republican shenanigans.

I will not give up until you get the health care you need.

Watch more from my conversation with @forbes.com ⬇️

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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 23h

RAJU: You swore in 2 GOP members during pro forma session. Why not swear in Grijalva? Does it have to do w/her signature on Epstein petition?

JOHNSON: It has nothing to do with that. We'll swear her in when everybody is back

R: Why not now?

J: Uh - we'll schedule it, I guess, as soon as she wants

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Congresswoman Andrea Salinas @salinas.house.gov · 21h

Thank you to the nearly 19,000 Oregonians who tuned into my telephone town hall last night!

It was great to update you and your neighbors on the work I am doing in Congress and to hear your questions.

To receive updates from me, subscribe to my newsletter at salinas.house.gov/newsletter.

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Congresswoman Andrea Salinas @salinas.house.gov · 22h

We are open and ready to work for you!

Know that you can contact my office with any questions, comments, and concerns you may have at any point.

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Congresswoman Andrea Salinas @salinas.house.gov · 23h

It is crucial that the violence in Gaza and Israel comes to a full stop and that all hostages are returned safely. The U.S. must play a role toward a brokered peace for the Jewish and Palestinian people. We must work toward a world where everyone can live freely from war. (2/2)

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Congresswoman Andrea Salinas @salinas.house.gov · 23h

Today marks the second anniversary of the tragic October 7th terrorist attacks in Israel. My thoughts continue to be with the victims and their loved ones. The hostages must be returned to their families. (1/2)

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Congresswoman Andrea Salinas @salinas.house.gov · 1d

Oregon does not need nor want the National Guard.

President Trump's gross overreach of power shows that he believes he is above the Constitution.

I am glad that a federal judge has granted a temporary restraining order on the Trump Admin from sending the California National Guard to Portland.

Federal judge blocks Trump from deploying Oregon National Guard to Portland • Oregon Capital Chronicle

This is a breaking news story and will be updated. A federal judge has temporarily blocked President Donald Trump from federalizing and deploying Oregon National Guard troops to Portland following a c...

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Congresswoman Andrea Salinas @salinas.house.gov · 1d

How did we get to a government shutdown and why is it related to the Affordable Care Act?

Let’s talk about it and how it will impact you.

Watch and share my full explainer.

How did we get to a government shutdown, and why is it related to the Affordable Care Act?

YouTube video by Congresswoman Andrea Salinas

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Congresswoman Andrea Salinas @salinas.house.gov · 1d

Today marks the beginning of Mental Illness Awareness Week 💚

We are stronger when we support one another, reduce stigma, and share potentially life-saving resources. Remember, you are not alone.

The 988 Lifeline is always available to provide free, confidential help.

Mental Illness Awareness Week

October 6-12 is Mental Illness Awareness Week, and we're excited to celebrate! We'll also be honoring World Mental Health Day on October 10. This year, NAMI's highlighting My Mental Health at Work - c...

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Congresswoman Andrea Salinas @salinas.house.gov · 1d

On National Child Health Day, we should be focused on ensuring children have access to high-quality & affordable care.

Sadly, Republicans have shut down the government, jeopardizing health care for Americans.

Children are the future, & we must safeguard health care so they lead healthy lives.

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Congresswoman Andrea Salinas @salinas.house.gov · 1d

It's day 6 of the government shutdown, and I wanted to see if the SSA office was open, because online it said that they were closed. At the time of my visit, the office was open.

If you need assistance with Social Security, the physical office is currently open, although services may be limited.

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Congresswoman Andrea Salinas @salinas.house.gov · 2d

Today, I will be hosting a telephone town hall at 5:00 PM PT!

To hear an update from me, please RSVP by 2 PM PT TODAY to listen in.

RSVP by filling out the form 👇

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Congresswoman Andrea Salinas @salinas.house.gov · 3d

My statement on federal courts pausing President Trump’s deployment of the National Guard to Oregon.

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Congresswoman Andrea Salinas @salinas.house.gov · 4d

It's October 3rd. The third day of Republicans' dirty shutdown.

And I want to do a little Friday fact check because I hear that they are spreading misinformation... AKA... LIES about their shutdown.

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Congresswoman Andrea Salinas @salinas.house.gov · 4d

Here is the thing, Americans want lower costs and affordable health care.

Republicans are not listening and turning their backs on their constituents.

@housedemocrats.bsky.social are united in this fight.

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Congresswoman Andrea Salinas @salinas.house.gov · 4d

On Monday, October 6, 2025, at 5:00 PM PT, I will be hosting a LIVE telephone town hall for you! Join the conversation to hear updates from me about what is going on with the Republicans’ shutdown.

RSVP at tinyurl.com/yxcbuzua or (503) 385-0906 to receive a phone call at the time of the event.

Congresswoman Andrea Salinas @salinas.house.gov · 5d

📣I will be hosting a LIVE telephone town hall on October 6, 2025, at 5:00 PM PT.

Join our conversation to receive an important update about the government shutdown and how it may impact you.

RSVP to receive a call at the event time! ⬇️☎️
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Congresswoman Andrea Salinas @salinas.house.gov · 5d

Americans will start to feel the negative effects of the shutdown.

They will feel it at airports, they will feel it when they need assistance from federal agencies, & more.

Republicans, open the government & protect health care so the American people do not have to pay the price of your shutdown.

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Congresswoman Andrea Salinas @salinas.house.gov · 5d

The Trump administration is once again breaking the law by weaponizing federal agencies to push blatantly partisan propaganda.

He can’t leverage agencies for political gain, and he can’t put words in federal employees’ mouths.

Rep. Jamie Raskin @raskin.house.gov · 5d

The Trump Admin is using government websites and the emails of civil servants to promote blatantly partisan propaganda about the government shutdown.

This is an intolerable abuse of power and a form of bureaucratic identity theft from federal workers.

Raskin Statement on Trump Administration’s Politicization of Federal Civil Service; Possible Violations of the Hatch Act

Washington, D.C. – Rep. Jamie Raskin (MD-08) released the following statement:

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Congresswoman Andrea Salinas @salinas.house.gov · 5d

16,000 folks in #OR06 will see their premiums increase by around $1,500 per month. That's right, 16,000 people. That’s outrageous. Americans shouldn’t be pawns in Republicans’ political games.

Watch more from my interview with BBC 👇

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Congresswoman Andrea Salinas @salinas.house.gov · 5d

@demwomencaucus.bsky.social stood united in our message:
Cancel the cuts.
Lower the cost.
SAVE HEALTH CARE.

Republicans, the ball is in your court. Do the right thing.

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Congresswoman Andrea Salinas @salinas.house.gov · 5d

The Republicans have shut the government down, but my office is still OPEN & ready to work for #OR06.

Here are some resources:
☎️ Call my office ➡️ 503-385-0906
✉️ Write to me ➡️ salinas.house.gov/contact
📝 Casework request ➡️ salinas.house.gov/casework
❓ Shutdown FAQ ➡️ salinas.house.gov/shutdown

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