Congresswoman Betty McCollum · [email protected]

July 26, 2024 at 10:07 PM

McCollum News: House Republicans Fail to Complete Funding Bills Before August & President Biden Announces He Will Not Seek Reelection

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   July 26, 2024 Dear Fourth District Constituent,   This week, President Biden announced that he is not seeking a second term.  I deeply respect him for making this incredibly difficult decisio…

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  Betty · [email protected]

July 21, 2024 at 10:46 PM

Recalibrating, refocusing, and mobilizing

Defeating Trump’s dangerous, hate-filled agenda and winning the White House, Congress, and the Minnesota House this November must be Democrats’ sole focus. John, Defeating Trump’s dangerous, hate-filled agenda and winning the White House, Congress, and the Minnesota House this Novembe…

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July 19, 2024 at 9:28 PM

McCollum News: America’s gun violence epidemic is a threat to our democracy

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   July 19, 2024 Dear Fourth District Constituent,   Americans are struggling to understand the appalling act of political violence at a Trump campaign rally last weekend.  This attempted assassi…

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July 12, 2024 at 8:42 PM

McCollum News: NATO Summit and Appropriations Committee in Washington, DC

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   July 12, 2024 Dear Fourth District Constituent,   This week, President Biden convened our North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Allies in Washington, D.C. for the 2024 NATO Summit.  This …

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July 3, 2024 at 8:11 PM

McCollum News: Defending Freedom at Home and Around the World This 4th of July

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   June 28, 2024 Dear Fourth District Constituent,   This week, I visited Kyiv as part of a bipartisan Congressional delegation to Ukraine.  As the Ranking Member of the Defense Appropriations S…

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  Betty McCollum · [email protected]

July 1, 2024 at 12:05 AM

They’ll do whatever it takes John,

My finance team just gave me an update on tonight’s public end-of-quarter fundraising deadline, and I really need your help. Right now, we’re still $2,500 away from reaching our goal, and we’re counting on one final push to get us across the finish line. John, I know it’s getting late…

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  Ben Brandt · [email protected]

June 30, 2024 at 7:26 PM

An outpouring of support

There has been a groundswell of support since our last message, but we haven’t reached our goal yet. I just ran the numbers again, and in order to hit our critical public fundraising goal by midnight, we still need to bring in $6,127. Got a moment, John? There has been a groundswell o…

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  Team Betty · [email protected]

June 29, 2024 at 5:58 PM

Immediate Attention Needed: [email protected]

With one day remaining, we’re dangerously close to missing our critical public fundraising goal. MAGA Republicans are gearing up to spend big in Minnesota, and it is up to us to fight back, keep Trump out of the White House, and secure a better future for our state and country. John,…

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  Congresswoman Betty McCollum · [email protected]

June 28, 2024 at 8:38 PM

McCollum News: Defense Appropriations Bill

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   June 28, 2024 Dear Fourth District Constituent,   This week, I led Democrats on the House floor in opposing the Republican written Defense Appropriations bill for the next fiscal year. Instea…

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  Betty · [email protected]

June 27, 2024 at 9:40 PM

Time’s running out John

John, Our next public deadline of this crucial election for the future of our country is quickly approaching on Sunday, and I really need your help.  John, Our next public deadline of this crucial election for the future of our country is quickly approaching on Sunday, and I really ne…

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June 21, 2024 at 8:46 PM

McCollum News: Celebrating Juneteenth and a Week in Minnesota

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   June 21, 2024 Dear Fourth District Constituent,   Happy Juneteenth! The House was in recess this week, and I was honored to join my neighbors to celebrate Juneteenth at the Rondo Commemorativ…

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June 14, 2024 at 10:12 PM

McCollum News: Democrats Pushing Back Against More Republican Extremism

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   = June 14, 2024 Dear Fourth District Constituent,   Republicans’ extremism dominated the agenda of the House of Representatives again this week, from a baseless contempt resolution against th…

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June 7, 2024 at 10:10 PM

McCollum News: AHappy Pride Month and Commemorating the 80th Anniversary of D-Day

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   = May 31, 2024 Dear Fourth District Constituent, This week is the beginning of Pride Month, and we recommit our support to each other and ensure we continue to work towards a nation where all…

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May 31, 2024 at 10:26 PM

McCollum News: A look back on the week + Honoring our Fallen Heroes on Memorial Day

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   = May 31, 2024 Dear Fourth District Constituent,   The Rule of Law in Our Democracy   Yesterday, a jury of American citizens found Donald Trump guilty on all felony charges against him--34 …

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  [email protected] · [email protected]

May 30, 2024 at 7:24 PM

This isn’t just about one election John

John, We all know what’s at stake in November. If Donald Trump wins, he’ll stop at nothing to gut Social Security and Medicare, roll back reproductive rights across the country, undermine our democracy to exact political vengeance, and worse. John, We all know what’s at stake in November…

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  Betty McCollum · [email protected]

May 28, 2024 at 11:43 PM

why I'm running

John, I am running! Earlier today, I officially filed the paperwork with the Minnesota Secretary of State to run for re-election to Congress.  John, I am running! Earlier today, I officially filed the paperwork with the Minnesota Secretary of State to run for re-election to Congress.  Wi…

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  Betty McCollum · [email protected]

May 27, 2024 at 6:00 PM

Remember, Reflect and Honor – Memorial Day

John, Earlier today, I was in White Bear Lake at Union Cemetery for the Memorial Day service. Our American flag was flying. There were prayers, speeches, and song. It was a somber event on a gray, rainy spring morning. John, Earlier today, I was in White Bear Lake at Union Cemetery for …

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May 24, 2024 at 10:29 PM

McCollum News: A look back on the week + Honoring our Fallen Heroes on Memorial Day

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME     May 24, 2024 Dear Fourth District Constituent,   As families and communities prepare to gather this Memorial Day weekend in Minnesota, please join me in taking a moment to offer our gratitude…

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May 17, 2024 at 9:18 PM

McCollum News: Honoring our Fallen Officers During Police Week

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME     May 17, 2024 Dear Fourth District Constituent,   This Police Week, we remember all those who have died in the line of duty, including Burnsville Officers Paul Elmstrand and Matthew Ruge who …

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May 10, 2024 at 8:17 PM

McCollum News: New Minnesota State Flag Debut + This Week in Washington

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME     May 10, 2024 Dear Fourth District Constituent,   Happy (almost) Statehood Day! On May 11, 1858, Minnesota officially became the 32nd state. To celebrate, our new state flag makes its offici…

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May 3, 2024 at 5:24 PM

McCollum News: GOP House Votes to Remove Boundary Waters Protections

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME     May 3, 2024 Dear Fourth District Constituent,   It was a busy week in Washington, and I was happy to kick it off by meeting with firefighters from Maplewood and across Minnesota, who stopp…

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  Betty McCollum · [email protected]

April 30, 2024 at 11:30 PM

They’ll do whatever it takes John

John, I know it’s getting late, so I’ll keep this short. My campaign team just gave me an update on tonight’s end-of-month fundraising deadline, and I could use your help. John, I know it’s getting late, so I’ll keep this short. My campaign team just gave me an update on tonight’s end-o…

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  Betty · [email protected]

April 29, 2024 at 5:01 PM

We have to take this seriously

John, In Minnesota, Republicans control four congressional seats. Democrats control four congressional seats. Minnesota is evenly split. John, In Minnesota, Republicans control four congressional seats. Democrats control four congressional seats. Minnesota is evenly split. All four Minn…

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  Team Betty · [email protected]

April 28, 2024 at 4:01 PM

Fwd: Democracy is on the line.

Did you see Betty’s message, John? Despite every attempt from Republicans to stop our progress, last week, House Democrats passed President Biden’s aid package for Ukraine. This is a massive win for the Ukrainian people and democracy here and abroad. Did you see Betty’s message, John? D…

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  Congresswoman Betty McCollum · [email protected]

April 26, 2024 at 10:59 PM

McCollum News: Fourth District Recognitions + Climate Virtual Update Recap

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME     April 26, 2024 Dear Fourth District Constituent,   Earlier this week, I hosted a Virtual Update featuring special guests Dr. Mark Seeley, Climatologist and Minnesota climate expert, and Dr.…

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  Betty · [email protected]

April 26, 2024 at 4:01 PM

Democracy is on the line

John, For six months, the House Republican majority has blocked President Biden’s emergency aid package to Ukraine. With the people of Ukraine under constant attack from Russian missiles, the Trump MAGA Republicans stalled and prevented vital U.S. aid from being delivered. It gave the Russians an ad…

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April 19, 2024 at 7:22 PM

McCollum News: NEW bill to phase out "forever chemicals" + Celebrate Earth Day

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME     April 19, 2024 Dear Fourth District Constituent,   If you missed it, a quick note that the Virtual Update originally scheduled for today will now take place on Thursday, April 25, at 1pm CT. …

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April 18, 2024 at 8:23 PM

McCollum News: RESCHEDULED Virtual Update from Saint Paul with Special Guests Dr. Mark Seeley and Dr. Heidi Roop

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME     April 18, 2024 Dear Fourth District Constituent,   Due to the House Republican Majority’s last minute changes to the House voting schedule, tomorrow’s Virtual Update is rescheduled for next …

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April 12, 2024 at 4:56 PM

McCollum News: Taking Action to Protect Public Health + Earth Day Virtual Update

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME     April 12, 2024 Dear Fourth District Constituent,   This week, the EPA made a major announcement: It has finalized the first-ever nationwide standards to limit PFAS in our drinking water. Re…

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April 11, 2024 at 6:54 PM

McCollum News: You're Invited to a Special Earth Day-Themed Virtual Update

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME     April 11, 2024 Dear Fourth District Constituent,   I invite you to join me for a special Virtual Update from Saint Paul next Friday, April 19 at 10:30am for an Earth Day-themed conversation …

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  Betty · [email protected]

March 29, 2024 at 3:01 PM

John, before the weekend...

John, I wanted to catch you before you start your holiday weekend so I’ll make this quick. Our first public FEC deadline of this critical election year is coming up on Sunday night, and right now, we’re trailing our goal by about $12,000. John, I wanted to catch you before you start your…

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  Betty · [email protected]

March 27, 2024 at 5:03 PM

re: Sunday

John, I want to explain why the next five days are so important. After this Sunday, March 31, our campaign is required to disclose our year-to-date fundraising data publicly for the first time in this critical election year. John, I want to explain why the next five days are so important…

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  Congresswoman Betty McCollum · [email protected]

March 22, 2024 at 7:50 PM

McCollum News: Government Funding Passes + EPA Bans Asbestos

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME     March 22, 2024 Dear Fourth District Constituent,   Happy Friday from a Washington in full bloom! I hope our late snow in Minnesota will help our own tulips soon enough!   EPA Takes Action to…

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  Betty · [email protected]

March 21, 2024 at 4:01 PM

We cannot afford to lose John

John, From floating cuts to Social Security and Medicare to promising a national abortion ban to the ever-present threat they pose to our democracy, Donald Trump and his MAGA Republican allies make it clear every single day that Democrats cannot afford to lose in November. John, From flo…

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  Betty · [email protected]

March 18, 2024 at 5:20 PM

Social Security and Medicare are on the line

John, I represent tens of thousands of Minnesota constituents who depend on Social Security and Medicare for their livelihood, healthcare, and quality of life. John, I represent tens of thousands of Minnesota constituents who depend on Social Security and Medicare for their livelihood, h…

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March 15, 2024 at 7:39 PM

McCollum News: Vice President Harris Visits Saint Paul for Reproductive Freedoms Tour

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME     March 15, 2024 Dear Fourth District Constituent, It was an honor to welcome Vice President Kamala Harris to Saint Paul yesterday for a visit that was part of her Fight For Reproductive Freedom…

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  Betty McCollum · [email protected]

February 29, 2024 at 11:30 PM

A reminder of what’s at stake this year

John, I wanted to take a moment to personally reach out and remind you of what’s on the line in this year’s election. MAGA Republicans have thrown the House of Representatives into chaos, pandering to the most extreme elements of their base. John, I wanted to take a moment to personally …

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  Ben Brandt · [email protected]

February 29, 2024 at 5:40 PM

Many hands = light work

Got a second, John? We’ve seen a huge outpouring of support over the past 24 hours, but we’re not in the clear yet. I just ran the numbers again, and in order to hit our goal by our critical end-of-month fundraising deadline at midnight, we still need to bring in $5,467. Got a second, Jo…

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  Betty McCollum for Congress · [email protected]

February 28, 2024 at 11:32 PM

This is important John

John, Sorry to interrupt your evening, but this is important. Our next fundraising deadline is tomorrow at midnight, and we still need to raise $5,392 to meet our goal. John, Sorry to interrupt your evening, but this is important. Our next fundraising deadline is tomorrow at midnight, an…

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February 28, 2024 at 5:07 PM

McCollum News: Virtual Update Reminder

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME     February 28, 2023 Dear Fourth District Constituent,   Reminder: I invite you to join me for my next Virtual Update from Washington this Friday, March 1, at 12pm CT. Friday is the first deadli…

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February 23, 2024 at 4:34 PM

McCollum News: You're Invited to my next Virtual Update + Rondo Community Conversation

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME     February 23, 2023 Dear Fourth District Constituent, I invite you to join me for my next Virtual Update from Washington on Friday, March 1, at 12pm. March 1 is the next deadline for one of the …

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February 16, 2024 at 5:32 PM

McCollum News: A busy week at home and in Washington while the House GOP continues its stunts

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME     February 16, 2023 Dear Fourth District Constituent, At the beginning of this week, I met with Mayors from around the Fourth Congressional District to discuss their priorities and how we can be…

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February 9, 2024 at 10:03 PM

McCollum News: Mississippi River Bill Reintroduced + Another Week of GOP Political Stunts

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME     February 9, 2023 Dear Fourth District Constituent, This week marks a major step forward in protecting the Mighty Mississippi River. I am so excited to announce that I reintroduced bicameral le…

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February 2, 2024 at 9:23 PM

McCollum News: Updates from DC + Minnesota

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME     February 2, 2023 Dear Fourth District Constituent,   Happy Groundhog Day! Punxsutawny Phil has predicted an early end to winter--which comes as no surprise given the record-high temps we've …

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  Betty · [email protected]

February 1, 2024 at 12:30 AM

John, this can’t wait

John, I don’t want to interrupt your evening, but I just got an urgent update from my campaign team, and this can’t wait. Our first fundraising deadline of this critical election year is just hours away, and we’re still just over $5,000 short of our goal. John, I don’t want to interrupt…

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  Ben Brandt · [email protected]

January 31, 2024 at 6:26 PM

Make sure you’re counted John

John – It’s Ben, Betty’s campaign finance director. I just ran the numbers ahead of our first fundraising deadline of the year tonight, and I have good news: We’ve made a ton of progress over the past 24 hours. John – It’s Ben, Betty’s campaign finance director. I just ran the numbers ah…

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  [email protected] · [email protected]

January 31, 2024 at 12:57 AM

The GOP must be stopped John

John, Every day, Donald Trump inches closer to the GOP nomination, and the stakes of this year’s election become sharper and sharper. John, Every day, Donald Trump inches closer to the GOP nomination, and the stakes of this year’s election become sharper and sharper. As Trump promises to…

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  Congresswoman Betty McCollum · [email protected]

January 26, 2024 at 10:26 PM

McCollum News: Honoring a Longtime Tribal Leader + Investing in Our Infrastructure

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME     January 26, 2023 Dear Fourth District Constituent, This week, I have been traveling overseas as part of a Congressional Delegation to Japan in order to advance our shared diplomatic, economic,…

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  Betty McCollum · [email protected]

January 25, 2024 at 1:19 AM

Dictatorship

John, Dictatorship. That is what all of us are staring at if Donald Trump is elected to the White House in 2024. Political prosecutions. Trump critics targeted. The military mobilized against American citizens. Dictatorship! This is from the Washington Post, and it is terrifying: John, D…

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January 19, 2024 at 9:49 PM

McCollum News: Shutdown Avoided + Green & Gold Congressional Aide

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME     January 19, 2023 Dear Fourth District Constituent, The view from my D.C. office window Friday morning. Can you find the Capitol? Thank you to everyone who attended my Virtual Update f…

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