Ahead of the vote on the budget, I joined the debate on the House floor to urge my colleagues to vote no on this dangerous plan. The bill pushes our nation closer to gutting the healthcare assistance families rely on, enacting billions of cuts to food aid, and delivering all of these so-called savings to the wealthy elite.

You can view my full remarks on the House floor here:

I always appreciate local leaders joining me in Washington to talk about their work in our community. This week I met with my friend Miguel Velazquez from RTS and had a great conversation about their priorities.

RTS is a critical piece of Rochester’s infrastructure, connecting families with job opportunities, healthcare services, and more.

It was an honor to welcome Governor Kathy Hochul to our community this week for a luncheon with the Jewish Federation of Rochester. This organization’s work is vital—particularly during these challenging times—and it does not go unnoticed.

Antisemitism remains a persistent threat across the United States and here in New York. Together we’re fighting back by standing up, speaking out, and ensuring this community remains safe, strong, and proud.

I was joined by thousands of community members this week for a telephone town hall to discuss how we’re fighting back against the dangerous actions of the Trump Administration. I want to express my sincere gratitude to everyone who joined to share their thoughts and concerns and ask questions.

If you missed the event, you can view a full recording here.

Please know my office is always here to help. Visit morelle.house.gov to learn more about how we can assist you and your family. Due to ongoing actions by the Trump Administration affecting federal agencies, case processing may be slightly delayed. We appreciate your patience and remain committed to resolving your concerns promptly.

Until next week,

Joe Morelle

New York’s 25th Congressional District