Dear John,

Today wraps up our second week of session – and what a week it was! 

Yesterday, the House passed the temporary bipartisan legislation we needed to keep the government open and funded. It was important that we took this step to avert a government shutdown – but we need to find a way to agree on a bipartisan, year-long funding bill soon.

We can’t rely on temporary stopgap measures when it comes to funding the critical government services Americans depend on. Congress must pass a real government funding bill – and I’m ready to work with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to get this done.

I also wanted to share a USPS update with all of you. Yesterday, Rep. Pete Stauber (MN-08) and I led the entire Minnesota House delegation in a bipartisan call for an investigation into USPS service in Minnesota. Our postal service levels are nowhere near where they should be. I’ve heard from so many of you on this issue – countless stories of missing packages and week-long delays.

It’s time for change – and that starts with understanding exactly what the problem is with USPS here in Minnesota. Then we can actually address these issues – and get your mail delivery back on track.

I look forward to hearing back from the USPS Inspector General soon – and I’ll make sure to let you know what we learn!

Here’s what else I was up to this week:

Marking 100 days since the Hamas attack on Israel  

It’s been over 100 days since the horrific attacks on Israel by Hamas occurred on October 7th.

Earlier this week, I joined Democrats and Republicans at a vigil to honor the innocent lives lost and to pray for the safe return of all hostages still being held by Hamas terrorists.

Working to strengthen wireless networks in rural America

On the docket in Energy and Commerce this week: finding the bipartisan solutions needed to strengthen U.S. networks and help ensure rural Minnesotans can stay connected.

Honoring Holocaust Remembrance Day 

Ahead of Holocaust Remembrance Day, we gathered to remember our Jewish loved ones and ancestors who lost their lives during the Holocaust.  

We must honor their memory by sharing their stories and recommitting ourselves to fighting all forms of antisemitism and hate. 

Behind the scenes with Rep. Craig:

Well, I never thought I’d say it – but hello from a snowy Washington, DC! There was about 1 inch of snow on the ground over here and people were breaking out the heavy-duty winter gear.

Minnesota’s mid-January snowstorms look a little different! 

I’m looking forward to spending the next week at home in Minnesota. Hopefully I’ll see you around the district! 

Until next time,
 

Angie Craig

Member of Congress