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Rosa DeLauro, a U.S. Congress member representing Connecticut’s 3rd district since 1991, has expressed her concerns over recent policy changes via social media. DeLauro is known for her advocacy on healthcare and social services.

On March 3, 2025, DeLauro criticized Elon Musk's efforts to reduce Medicaid funding by more than $880 billion. She stated that this move would remove millions from their coverage and reduce services for vulnerable groups such as children, people with disabilities, and seniors. She urged constituents to "Call your elected leaders" to oppose these cuts. "Elon Musk is fighting to cut more than $880 billion to Medicaid..."

Later that day, DeLauro addressed a decision by DOGE to halve the workforce of the Social Security Administration. She described it as an attack on seniors, disabled Americans, and survivors rather than a move towards efficiency. "DOGE’s 50% cut of the Social Security Administration’s workforce is a direct attack..."

In another tweet posted on the same day, DeLauro voiced opposition against government actions that favor large corporations at the expense of consumers. She emphasized that Americans prefer governmental measures aimed at reducing costs rather than enabling corporate malpractice. "This is wrong..."