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July 18, 2025 at 8:55 PM

From the Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle

From the Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle July 18, 2025Dear JOHN,Yesterday, House Republicans passed Donald Trump’s recissions package, which cancels roughly $9 billion in previously approved funding for essential public programs, such as PBS, NPR, and rural radio.Once again, House Republicans are ru…

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July 11, 2025 at 9:42 PM

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From the Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle July 11, 2025 Dear JOHN, Last week, House Republicans passed a deeply damaging budget bill that strips healthcare from 17 million Americans, slashes billions in critical food assistance, and guts the core resources our communities depend on—all to hand out ma…

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July 3, 2025 at 9:44 PM

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From the Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle July 3, 2025Dear JOHN,Today, House Republicans forced through the most damaging and heartless piece of legislation in generations—a betrayal of the people we are elected to serve.   This bill will strip health insurance from 17 million Americans and slash foo…

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June 27, 2025 at 8:52 PM

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From the Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle June 27, 2025Dear JOHN,Over the weekend, U.S. forces launched strikes against Iranian military targets. I remain steadfast in my belief that Iran must never be allowed to obtain a nuclear weapon. There can be no lasting peace in the Middle East while the regi…

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June 20, 2025 at 9:45 PM

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From the Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle June 20, 2025Dear JOHN,In the wake of the horrifying killing of Minnesota State Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, and the shooting of State Senator John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette, I am grateful to our law enforcement officers for their …

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June 13, 2025 at 8:58 PM

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From the Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle June 13, 2025 Dear JOHN, Billionaires don’t need more tax breaks—and Americans can’t afford the cuts Republicans are planning to pay for them.  This week, my colleagues and I fought back at hearings for funding bills proposed by House Republicans. We stood to…

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June 6, 2025 at 8:58 PM

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From the Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle June 6, 2025 Dear JOHN, This week, Republicans introduced a devastating rescission package that guts the very programs working families rely on. These rescissions are a formal request to Congress to claw back previously approved funds.  These cuts threaten ou…

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May 30, 2025 at 8:55 PM

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From the Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle May 30, 2025 Dear JOHN, I was grateful to be back in Rochester this week, meeting with local leaders and hearing from the organizations that keep our region running. Last week, House Republicans pushed through a budget bill that would hurt Rochester’s familie…

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May 23, 2025 at 9:26 PM

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From the Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle May 23, 2025 Dear JOHN, This week, House Republicans passed a budget proposal that slashed Medicaid, Medicare, and food assistance programs by over a trillion dollars and will eliminate health insurance coverage for 13 million Americans. The bill saddles Amer…

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May 16, 2025 at 8:54 PM

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From the Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle May 16, 2025  Dear JOHN,  I spent this week in D.C. defending truth, accountability, and the rule of law while House Republicans pushed for a destructive budget that aims to cut 13.7 million Americans from Medicaid and slash nutrition and other vital services…

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May 9, 2025 at 8:53 PM

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From the Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle May 9, 2025Dear JOHN,As families continue to grapple with rising costs and growing uncertainty fueled by the Trump administration’s reckless actions, I’m fighting in Congress to protect our community and the values we cherish.Read more on my week in D.C. belo…

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May 2, 2025 at 9:04 PM

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From the Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle May 2, 2025Dear JOHN,This week marked the first 100 days of the Trump administration. In his first 100 days, President Trump has wiped trillions in value from our stock market, raised costs for hardworking families, cut critical funding for community organiza…

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April 25, 2025 at 8:55 PM

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From the Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle April 25, 2025Dear JOHN,I was back in Rochester this week, continuing my fight against the Trump administration’s dangerous actions. As top Democrat on the Committee on House Administration, I’ve been speaking out against the SAVE Act, which would disenfranch…

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April 18, 2025 at 9:01 PM

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From the Desk of Rep Joe Morelle April 18, 2025 Dear JOHN, Since President Trump took office in January, we have seen an all-out assault on the core values of American Democracy. The Trump administration has issued dangerous and illegal Executive Orders, pursued a reckless trade war with our …

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April 11, 2025 at 8:57 PM

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From the Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle April 11, 2025 Dear JOHN, This week, House Republicans voted to pass a budget that will rip healthcare from millions, slash food assistance for families in need, and deliver even more tax breaks to billionaires. It’s a cash grab working families will pay the …

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April 4, 2025 at 9:00 PM

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From the Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle April 4, 2025Dear JOHN,This week, we’ve seen yet another wave of reckless decisions from the Trump Administration—decisions that threaten access to health care, attack voting rights, and undermine the services our communities rely on. But we’re not just stand…

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March 28, 2025 at 8:57 PM

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From the Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle March 28, 2025Dear JOHN,This week, President Trump issued an Executive Order that is an assault on American democracy. The order illegally directs the Election Assistance Commission to make sweeping changes to U.S. elections that will restrict access to the b…

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March 21, 2025 at 8:57 PM

From The Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle

From The Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle March 21, 2025Dear JOHN,I was excited to be back in Rochester this week where I continued my efforts to push back against President Trump’s harmful actions and honor some of our community’s heroes. Read more below: Mar…

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March 14, 2025 at 8:56 PM

From the Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle

From the Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle March 14, 2025Dear JOHN,House Republicans have rammed through a partisan spending bill that hands President Trump unchecked power to slash essential programs, forcing devastating cuts Americans fear.Ignoring their responsibility to craft a budget that meets t…

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March 7, 2025 at 9:59 PM

From the Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle

From the Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle March 7, 2025Dear JOHN,This week’s joint address to Congress was exactly what we’ve come to expect from Donald Trump—more meaningless promises designed to distract from the reckless and destructive policies of his administration. The American people aren’t fo…

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February 28, 2025 at 9:55 PM

From the Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle

From the Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle February 28, 2025Dear JOHN,This week, House Republicans voted to pass a disastrous budget plan that will rip away the programs our community relies on like Medicaid and SNAP. I stood with my Democratic colleagues against this betrayal of working families, and…

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February 21, 2025 at 10:01 PM

From the Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle

From the Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle February 21, 2025Dear JOHN,This past Monday marked our annual recognition of Presidents’ Day. In his Farewell Address, President Washington cautioned us about ‘pretended patriotism’—a warning that is just as urgent today as it was in 1796. During these uncert…

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February 14, 2025 at 10:01 PM

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From the Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle February 14, 2025Dear JOHN,As elected officials, we’re often guilty of saying something is “unprecedented” or that a particular moment is “one of the most important in our nation’s history.” I believe what we are experiencing right now is truly and honestly u…

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February 7, 2025 at 9:54 PM

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From the Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle February 7, 2025 Dear JOHN, This week, President Trump launched a reckless trade war against our allies—one that everyday Americans will pay for at the grocery store, at the gas pump, and around the kitchen table. The American people have made it clear: they …

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January 31, 2025 at 9:58 PM

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From the Desk of Rep. Morelle January 31, 2025 Dear JOHN, This has been an incredibly stressful and chaotic week for our community and our entire country. Together, we have grappled with President Trump's unprecedented Executive Order to freeze federal funding, an act that would have a devast…

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January 24, 2025 at 10:01 PM

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From the Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle January 24, 2025 Dear JOHN, On his first day in office, President Trump pardoned hundreds of individuals convicted of violently attacking police officers during the events of January 6th. These pardons are despicable and need to be denounced by all Americans …

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January 17, 2025 at 9:57 PM

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From the Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle January 17, 2025Dear JOHN,I spent a busy week in both Rochester and D.C. advancing our efforts to fight the drug overdose epidemic, honoring local organizations doing groundbreaking work, and getting our Valentines for Veterans program started. Read more belo…

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January 10, 2025 at 9:58 PM

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From the Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle January 10, 2025Dear JOHN,This week marked the start of the 119th Congress. In Washington, I fulfilled my duties on the Committee on House Administration to certify the 2024 election and served as a teller during the first Speaker election of this Congress. T…

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January 3, 2025 at 10:01 PM

From the Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle

From the Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle January 3, 2025 Dear JOHN,   Happy New Year!  Today marks the start of the 119th Congress, and I’m deeply grateful for the privilege of once again representing our community in Washington. While 2024 certainly brought its fair share of challenges, I’m proud o…

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December 20, 2024 at 11:54 PM

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From the Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle December 20, 2024Dear JOHN,As you may know, tonight the House passed legislation that will keep the government funded temporarily. While I am relieved the essential programs and services relied upon by millions of people across the country will not be disrupt…

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December 13, 2024 at 10:01 PM

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From the Desk of Rep. Joe Morelle December 13, 2024Dear JOHN,I spent time both in Washington and at home in Rochester this week working to expand cancer support resources, discussing the future of space exploration, and visiting an organization dedicated to helping our students with special l…

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December 6, 2024 at 9:57 PM

From the Office of Rep. Joe Morelle

From the Office of Rep. Joe Morelle December 6, 2024Dear JOHN,This week I met with local health centers, sat down with the National Alliance on Mental Illness, and joined representatives from Fairport Central Schools as we worked together to advance the interests of our community. Read more b…

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November 22, 2024 at 9:57 PM

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From the Office of Rep. Joe Morelle November 22, 2024Dear JOHN,It was another busy week in Washington meeting with community health practitioners, recognizing American Education Week, and celebrating an exciting milestone for an incredible Rochester organization. Read more below: …

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November 15, 2024 at 9:55 PM

From the Office of Rep. Joe Morelle

From the Office of Rep. Joe Morelle November 15, 2024Dear JOHN,I was back in Washington this week leading our new member orientation program, sitting down with leaders in the building industry, and focusing on how we can support cancer patients in our community. Read more below: …

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November 8, 2024 at 9:53 PM

From the Office of Rep. Joe Morelle

From the Office of Rep. Joe Morelle November 8, 2024 Dear JOHN, I want to thank everyone who took the opportunity to cast a ballot and make their voice heard at the ballot box this week. Voting is the very foundation upon which our democracy was built, and our nation is strongest when everyon…

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November 1, 2024 at 8:52 PM

From the Office of Rep. Joe Morelle

From the Office of Rep. Joe Morelle November 1, 2024Dear JOHN,It was a busy week here in Rochester spending time with organizations that are making a difference for families in our community, honoring our veterans, and meeting with local small businesses. Read more below: …

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October 25, 2024 at 8:51 PM

From the Office of Rep. Joe Morelle

From the Office of Rep. Joe Morelle October 25, 2024Dear JOHN,It was another busy week in Rochester working to lower costs for families, support our aging population, and continue to advance our thriving innovation economy. Read more below: October 25,…

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October 18, 2024 at 9:34 PM

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From the Office of Rep. Joe Morelle October 18, 2024Dear JOHN,It was great to be out in our community this week celebrating new and innovative technology, meeting with manufacturing leaders, and sharing resources to support our aging population. Read more below: …

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October 11, 2024 at 8:55 PM

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From the Office of Rep. Joe Morelle October 11, 2024Dear JOHN,This week we recognized the anniversary of the October 7th attacks and reaffirmed our commitment to supporting our Jewish community. I also continued my longstanding work to uplift families across our country. Read more below: …

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October 4, 2024 at 8:54 PM

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From the Office of Rep. Joe Morelle October 4, 2024Dear JOHN,This week I announced critical funding for survivors of domestic violence, introduced legislation to better connect families to the social services they need, and reaffirmed my commitment to helping older Americans age with dignity.…

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September 27, 2024 at 8:56 PM

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From the Office of Rep. Joe Morelle September 27, 2024Dear JOHN,This week marked an historic day for one of our community’s world-class higher-education institutions, and I was grateful for the opportunity to recognize them on the House floor. I also welcomed local students to Washington and …

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September 20, 2024 at 8:45 PM

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From the Office of Rep. Joe Morelle September 20, 2024Dear JOHN,This week I took action to ensure early cancer detection screenings are affordable for everyone, met with local businesses committed to supporting our national security, and welcomed a delegation from the Ukrainian Parliament to …

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September 13, 2024 at 9:18 PM

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From the Office of Rep. Joe Morelle September 13, 2024Dear JOHN,I headed back to Washington this week to meet with business leaders from Rochester and continue my work on the Committee on House Administration to defend our sacred democracy. Read more below: …

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September 6, 2024 at 8:45 PM

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From the Office of Rep. Joe Morelle September 6, 2024Dear JOHN,This week took me all across Rochester as I visited organizations dedicated to protecting our national security, advocated for online protections for children, and toured unique local small businesses. Read more below: …

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August 31, 2024 at 12:46 PM

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From the Office of Rep. Joe Morelle August 31, 2024Dear JOHN,It was great to be home in Rochester this week working to protect the essential infrastructure we rely on, visiting the iconic Rochester Auditorium Theater, and celebrating with our Ukrainian community. Read more below. …

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August 23, 2024 at 8:58 PM

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From the Office of Rep. Joe Morelle August 23, 2024Dear JOHN,Supporting our community has always been my top priority. Here in Rochester, we have a team of caseworkers dedicated to helping individuals and families interact with federal agencies. Read on for some of the most common areas where…

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August 16, 2024 at 8:49 PM

From the Office of Rep. Joe Morelle

From the Office of Rep. Joe Morelle August 16, 2024Dear JOHN,I spent this week in Rochester meeting with local businesses, fighting to keep our neighborhoods safe, and strengthening resources for our veteran community. Read more below. August 16, 2024D…

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August 9, 2024 at 8:52 PM

From the Office of Rep. Joe Morelle

From the Office of Rep. Joe Morelle August 9, 2024 Dear JOHN, This week I had the opportunity to visit organizations and businesses from across Rochester. It’s always great to meet with neighbors and leaders in our community to hear how we can better support them. Read more below.  …

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August 2, 2024 at 9:02 PM

From the Office of Rep. Joe Morelle

From the Office of Rep. Joe Morelle August 2, 2024 Dear JOHN, It was great to be home in Rochester this week continuing my work to combat AI-generated deepfakes, uplift our students, and support our local families. Read more below.  August 2, 2024 Dear…

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July 26, 2024 at 9:00 PM

From the Office of Rep. Joe Morelle

From the Office of Rep. Joe Morelle July 26, 2024   Dear JOHN,   This past weekend, President Biden did what every true leader ought to: put the needs of our country ahead of himself. The difficult decision he made is an act of true patriotism for the good of our democracy. I am deeply gratef…

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