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Rep. Suzan DelBene, who has been serving in the U.S. Congress representing Washington’s 1st district since 2012, recently shared her views on several pressing issues through a series of tweets. These posts reflect her ongoing commitment to healthcare and community welfare.

On March 23, 2025, Rep. DelBene expressed concern about potential cuts to Medicaid, highlighting the impact such reductions could have on Washington residents. She noted that "20% of Washingtonians rely on Medicaid" and warned that the "Republican’s plan to make the biggest cut in history to this vital service would be devastating to so many in our community." The full tweet can be accessed here.

Later that day, she paid tribute to Frank Chopp, a prominent advocate for affordable housing and education in Washington state. In her message posted at 17:08 UTC, she expressed sadness over his passing and acknowledged his contributions by stating he was "a tireless advocate for Washington families" whose work leaves "a lasting legacy." Her condolences were extended to his loved ones during this time of mourning. The original post is available here.

In another tweet posted at 23:36 UTC on the same day, Rep. DelBene highlighted National Kidney Month and addressed the prevalence of chronic kidney disease affecting over 35 million people. As Co-chair of the Congressional Kidney Caucus, she emphasized her efforts toward securing investments in innovative kidney treatments aimed at saving lives. This tweet can be viewed here.