Dear John,

I like to think there is a certain level of competence and common sense we can expect from our elected officials and cabinet secretaries, but recent events proved that isn’t the case. We learned this week that senior members of this Administration accidentally let a journalist into their unsecured group chat and then let him go completely unnoticed while they messaged about U.S. war plans. Now they’re denying the sensitive information they were sharing was classified. Come on. 
  
The incompetence and recklessness are startling and they’re putting our national security at risk. Like many of my colleagues, I am astonished by how this could happen and further by the downplaying of the seriousness of these actions by my Republican colleagues. No matter your politics, we have to hold officials accountable and restore some semblance of competence to the senior leadership of our government. 
  
Meanwhile on the Hill, I participated in a hearing on Tuesday opposing the Republicans’ budget proposal that will make sweeping cuts to Medicaid and SNAP. While my Republican colleagues will try to tell you their plan will save the government money, the reality is it takes food from hungry kids, seniors and veterans, jeopardizes hundreds of thousands of jobs and increases health care costs – all while raising the debt to give massive tax breaks to the most wealthy in America. 
  
If you want to hear more of my thoughts on this disastrous budget proposal, you can watch a clip of my interview on MSNBC here.  
  
Some updates from my office: 
  
Before I share what else I’ve been up to this week, I wanted to share information on a couple of upcoming events and reminders from my office. 
  
Next Wednesday, April 2nd, my staff is hosting mobile office hours in Burnsville. If you’re interested in attending, you can find additional details and the link to sign up below. 
  
https://forms.gle/GJwFjjvgJbeqY2kY8

The Congressional Art Competition deadline is fast approaching! Don’t forget to send in your submissions by Friday, April 18th for a chance to have your art displayed in the U.S. Capitol.

Here’s what else I was up to this week: 
  
Making USPS work for Minnesotans 
  
This week, Louis DeJoy officially stepped down as Postmaster General. Those of you who have been following me know this was welcome news. I’ve been calling for his resignation for years, as he has worked diligently to weaken USPS, reduce rural mail service and make life harder for letter carriers and postal workers. 
  
I was glad to have the opportunity to meet with the Minnesota Rural Letter Carriers on Tuesday to discuss how I can best support them as we fight DOGE’s relentless attacks on the USPS workforce. 
  
You can listen to my interview with MPR about reforming USPS here. 

Supporting air traffic controllers and fighting for aviation safety 
  
I also met with air traffic controllers from the Minneapolis Center in Farmington and the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. While the Administration is cutting FAA funding and staff – in the wake of several concerning aviation incidents, might I add – I'm committed to supporting the air traffic controllers who keep us safe. 

Continuing to stand up for educators and students 
 
This week, I also met with Theresa Battle from District 191, Dr. Michael Thomas from Prior Lake Savage Area Schools and the Minnesota Association of School Administrators. While the Administration continues their all-out assault on our public education system, I’m standing with Minnesota educators who work every day to ensure our kids have access to a quality education. 
 

Behind the scenes: 
  
I had some very special visitors in DC this week... family! My son Josh and his wife along with our 19-month-old grandson were in town. I spent the weekend showing them a few of the highlights, including the Natural History Museum and of, course, the U.S. Capitol. 
  
I love being a mom of four adult sons and three grandsons and my favorite title is their Mimi. 

Until next time,
 

Angie Craig

Member of Congress