Rosa DeLauro, a long-serving Congresswoman representing Connecticut’s 3rd district, took to social media to discuss key issues surrounding public health and federal funding related to the Trump Administration’s policies. Over a series of tweets, DeLauro, an advocate for public health and dedicated public servant, shared her concerns regarding these pressing matters.
On April 29, 2025, DeLauro announced a live session set for 10 AM ET hosted by the Appropriations Committee Democrats, aiming to shed light on the Trump Administration’s efforts to “obliterate the CDC and America’s public health system.” She encouraged the public to tune in to understand the implications of the administration’s plans, which she claims “will leave Americans sicker and more vulnerable.” The tweet is linked here.
Similarly, on the same day, DeLauro reiterated her intention to discuss “Trump’s attempts to obliterate the CDC and America’s public health system” through another scheduled live session with the Appropriations Committee Democrats. The session aimed at addressing these issues can be accessed via link.
Continuing her critique of the Trump Administration, DeLauro expressed concern over the obstruction of federal funding. She stated that “100 days in and President Trump is blocking $430 billion in federal funding that was promised to our hardworking families.” Alongside Senator Patty Murray, DeLauro announced the release of a new tracker to highlight this financial blockade. The tweet including the tracker is provided here.
Rosa DeLauro has been a member of the U.S Congress since 1991, succeeding Bruce Morrison. Born in New Haven, Connecticut, in 1943, DeLauro graduated from Marymount College, Tarrytown in 1964 with a BA. At age 80, she continues to reside in her hometown of New Haven.
