Republicans Are Making Living Costs Soar

Dear Neighbor,

The Trump administration and House Republicans are determined to make life more expensive for you. Americans are already reeling from the rising price of milk, bread, and eggs as a result of President Trump's tariff taxes. House Republicans also pushed cuts to SNAP in their recent Big, Ugly Bill. More than 1.1 million New Jersey residents are food insecure, and these cuts to food assistance will endanger their ability to provide their families with even the most meager of meals.

This week, I visited a food pantry in Monmouth County to discuss the impact of SNAP cuts on local food assistance providers and New Jersey communities. You can learn more about my visit in this video.

Back to School

It's not just about the cost of putting food on the table--everything is getting more expensive, even down to the school supplies our kids rely upon to start their school years on the right foot.

As New Jersey teachers, families, and students gear up for the 2025-2026 academic year, they're feeling the burden of tariff taxes as they purchase new supplies. The prices of lunchboxes and highlighters increased by over 10%, and the price of a one-subject notebook increased by over 15%. On average, the cost of school supplies increased by over 7%.

Combined with drastic cuts to school meal programs in the Big, Ugly Bill, the administration taking a sledgehammer to the Department of Education, and rising costs of living across the board, it's clear that the Republican agenda is designed not to set working families up for success, but for failure.

Thanks to Trump's Tariff Tax, Back to School Costs Are Rising.

My Committee and Democrats on the Judiciary Committee Launch Investigation into the Merger of Two of America’s Largest Media Companies

This week, I demanded answers about troubling conduct surrounding the Skydance-Paramount merger—two of America’s largest media companies. Paramount-Skydance paid millions and offered free services to Donald Trump while seeking federal approval for the deal—raising serious concerns about bribery and abuse of power.

We cannot allow any president to pressure corporations or compromise media independence. That’s why we’re pushing for accountability and transparency to protect a free press and uphold the law.

You can read our full letter HERE.

Join Me for U.S. Service Academy Day

If you’re considering applying to a U.S. Service Academy, I invite you to our 15th Annual U.S. Service Academy Day on Saturday, October 11. You’ll hear from representatives of the U.S. Naval Academy, Air Force Academy, Merchant Marine Academy, Coast Guard Academy, and R.O.T.C.

Born to Run: a New Jersey icon

Bruce Springsteen wrote his iconic "Born to Run" album in Long Branch, New Jersey. To celebrate its 50 years on August 25th, the Long Branch Arts & Cultural Center opened an exhibit dedicated to Springsteen, including artifacts such as Bruce’s surfboard, his band’s drum set, and a replica of the Born to Run guitar. I visited the exhibit and saw these rare artifacts for myself, and it's a must-see!

Click here to visit my website or call my offices directly if you have questions or need help with a federal agency:

Middlesex County: 732-249-8892

Monmouth County: 732-571-1140

Sincerely,

Congressman Pallone