Dear Friends,

Yesterday, U.S. Customs and Border Patrol agents officially ended their operation in Charlotte, providing relief to our community from their campaign of terror.

Border Patrol’s operation in Charlotte-Mecklenburg was an inhumane and unnecessary campaign of terror that disrupted the lives of our entire community. Students stayed home from school, employees missed work, and businesses closed their doors to keep their employees and customers safe.

Charlotte never caved to their cruelty and fear. Citizens instead packed churches for training to empower themselves to respond to Border Patrol agents, parents banded together to safely get children to school, and business owners patrolled the streets to protect their neighbors.

I’m grateful for the community’s efforts and am proud that Charlotte will always be a place that stands up for one another.

Rep. Adams speaks at a House press conference on October 29, 2025.

On Wednesday, November 12, I voted against the Republican Continuing Resolution over its failure to address rising healthcare costs and over a Senate money grab provision slipped into the bill.

My constituents are struggling to afford healthcare, food, and to make rent. They have suffered under the weight of this administration's poor economic policies and now 88,000 of my constituents are facing skyrocketing premiums next year without the Affordable Care Act enhanced premium tax credits. My priorities have always been lowering costs for them.

Just as egregious, the CR includes a provision that allocates millions of taxpayer dollars for payouts to eight Republican Senators. It is completely unacceptable for elected officials to enrich themselves with your taxes.

My promise to you remains the same—I will continue to fight to make your life more affordable because working hard is not enough if you don't make enough.

Virtual press conference held on November 14, 2025.

Rep. Adams volunteers at a Nourish Up Food Share event on November 3, 2025. 

On Friday, November 21, I introduced the Fair Credit for Farmers Act alongside Vermont Senator Peter Welch to strengthen financial security for agriculture producers.

The Fair Credit for Farmers Act offers relief to our small, mid-sized, and family farms, allowing them to compete with the growing corporate consolidation of agriculture.

Small-scale farmers are the backbone of North Carolina’s economy but falling commodity prices, the impacts of climate change, and the Trump trade war are making it harder for these farms to stay in business.

My bill reforms Farm Service Agency loans, making it easier for farmers to get farm credit and removing harmful barriers that have prevented underserved farmers from receiving the support they deserve.

You can learn more about the Fair Credit for Farmers Act here.

On Tuesday, November 18, I voted for H.R.4405, the “Epstein Files Transparency Act”, which requires the Department of Justice to publish all unclassified materials related to the investigation and prosecution of Jeffrey Epstein.

The victims of Jeffrey Epstein, their families, and the American people deserve to know the whole truth about Epstein and all those involved in his heinous crimes.

I was proud to vote for the release of the Epstein files because our legal system is based on transparency and accountability, and justice cannot be served in darkness.

This week, I spoke about the importance of educational access in our Education & Workforce Committee meetings.

In Tuesday, November 18th’s hearing “The Future of College: Harnessing Innovation to Improve Outcomes and Lower Costs,” I spoke about the importance of building robust support structures for our higher education students—including food, healthcare, housing, and transportation assistance—which have been shown to foster student success.

In Wednesday, November 19th’s hearing “From Classroom to Career: Strengthening Skills Pathways Through CTE (Career & Technical Education),” I spoke about how the Border Patrol operation in Charlotte impacted K-12 attendance, the Trump administration’s reckless attempts to dismantle the Department of Education, and how we can better meet the needs of historically disenfranchised students.

On Saturday, November 15, I joined Black Health Matters at their summit to speak about the current state of Black maternal health in North Carolina.

As Co-Founder and Co-Chair of the Black Maternal Health Caucus in Congress, I’m proud of the work we’ve accomplished so far in addressing the Black maternal health crisis, including securing more than $200 million in funding for Caucus priorities since 2023—but there’s still more work to be done.

Medicaid expansion in North Carolina has been a powerful tool to ensure that women get the care they need before, during, and after childbirth. Over 65% of Black births in North Carolina are covered by Medicaid but with recent federal attacks on healthcare, this progress is being threatened.

Republicans’ One Big Ugly Bill, which was signed into law in July, cut $1 trillion from Medicaid over the next decade, forcing states to foot the bill for the lapsed funds. To afford these new costs, North Carolina made cuts to Medicaid healthcare provider payments which impacts the ability of Medicaid recipients to get the care they need.

Many healthcare providers are going to stop accepting Medicaid patients because these payments are so low, they would be operating at a loss and risk their medical practices closing.

In addition, with Republicans’ failure to address the expiring Affordable Care Act enhanced premium tax credits, 88,000 people in my district are facing skyrocketing health insurance premiums, making healthcare even more unaffordable and inaccessible for our most vulnerable residents.

These reckless cuts will impact the progress we’ve made on improving Black maternal health outcomes which is why the Black Maternal Health Caucus is continuing to fight for funding and legislation that addresses Black maternal health, including my Momnibus.

Our moms can’t wait for us to act.

Rep. Adams delivers remarks to Knowledge Alliance on November 19, 2025.

On Wednesday, November 19, I spoke with Knowledge Alliance, an education research advocacy organization, on the important role the federal government plays in education research and development.

We are at a defining moment for education in America. Students are struggling with unfinished learning. Teachers are navigating new technologies—and 48 states are reporting shortages. Parents are asking for clear evidence about what works. States are trying to meet rising expectations with flat or declining resources.

At the same time, other nations are investing heavily in STEM education and innovation.

A strong, coordinated federal research and development system is the backbone of a modern education system—the engine that fuels the evidence, the data, and the tools that teachers, school leaders, and families need to support student success.

That’s why I am a proud proponent of expanding federal education funding, including federal research and development, so we can make sure we are fostering innovation, growth, and success for our students, teachers, and schools.

If you or someone you know is struggling with food insecurity in Charlotte, I want to share some resources available to you.

Mecklenburg County has compiled information and resources available to Mecklenburg County residents. You can find that information here.

Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina has provided a list of many of the food pantries in Charlotte. You can find that list here.

As your member of Congress, what matters to you matters to me—that’s why I want to hear directly from you on how federal cuts made in 2025 and the Republican government shutdown have impacted you.

Please share your story with my office so I can best fight for your needs in Congress.

Student entries for America’s Field Trip are now open.

America’s Field Trip is a nationwide student contest inviting students to become a part of next year’s 250^th anniversary celebration of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Students in grades 3–12 can submit their entries by sharing their perspectives on what America means to them — with the chance to earn a once-in-a-lifetime field trip experience at one of 16 different iconic American landmarks or cultural sites, including Mount Rushmore, the National Archives Museum, Kennedy Space Center, and Yellowstone National Park.

Entries can be submitted from now until March 30, 2026.

To learn more and apply, click the link below.

I want to thank Charlotte for stepping up while Border Patrol operated in our city. You made your voices heard, kept watch to ensure our neighbors stayed safe, and remained peaceful while you protested Border Patrol’s presence in our city.

If you, or anyone you know, experienced or witnessed inappropriate behavior by Border Patrol agents, I encourage you to reach out to my office so we can hear from you and ensure we are holding this administration accountable.

You can call my Charlotte office at (704) 344-9950 or my Washington, D.C. office at (202) 225-1510.