A new Congress means a new office: here’s a look at our new digs at 2245 Rayburn House Office Building. My team and I are still getting settled in, but if you’re planning a trip to D.C., be sure to drop by!
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Rep. Elissa Slotkin
@RepSlotkin
Congresswoman for Michigan's 8th Congressional District. Proud Michigander. Former Acting Assistant Secretary of Defense, CIA analyst.
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After the incident at Temple Beth-El, Oakland County’s Jewish community is holding a meeting with , & . With the threat of antisemitic violence growing, it’s critical DHS lean in, closely monitor these risks & work w/ local officials to effectively respond.
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In Michigan, anti-semitic threats of violence have doubled in the last year, including the incident at Temple Beth-El, where I had my bat mitzvah & my brother attended pre-school. Yesterday, I questioned officials about the need to proactively address these threats.
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3/ That’s something our politicized and polarized Congress seems to have lost, and fresh off the heels of our electoral success in November, it’s high time we bring it back.
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2/ I’m also joining the new Heartland Caucus as an original plank-holder to bring more Midwestern pragmatism to Congress. We may disagree on college football (ahem, Ohio) or the right way to prepare a hot dog (ahem, Illinois), but we share the same sense of decency & sensibility.
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Here’s a fact: We need to elevate more Midwestern voices in the Democratic Party – and I’m working to make that happen. For the new Congress, I was elected to represent the Midwest on the Steering & Policy Committee, which helps decide committee assignments & leadership spots. 1/
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My mom came out in suburban Detroit in the 1980s and lived the rest of her life as a gay woman. She passed away before she and Anne could legally marry, but I know how proud she would be of the historic step forward our country has taken today.
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Today we enshrined the right to marry who you love into federal law, protecting the marriages of same-sex & interracial couples across the country. It was all the more meaningful because I was able to attend the bill signing ceremony with my mom’s longtime partner, Anne.
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Public-private partnerships are making big things happen both across the country and in our area – the result is critical progress!
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This continues the significant change in approach that we’ve been working on for the last few years: making the decision, as a nation, to bring some of our critical supply-chains home, so we don’t need to rely exclusively on foreign countries for things vital to the U.S. economy.
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Industrial policy that puts U.S. workers & manufacturing first: a $2.5b loan for battery production facilities, including the new GM plant in Lansing, which, once finished, will create 1000s of good jobs & billions in economic activity in mid-MI.
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This is a big deal: A strong vote & huge win for the folks who will be making EV batteries at the GM plant in Warren, OH — with big implications for us in Michigan. The new EV plant in Lansing is closer to opening every day, and this step gives us hope for the same here.
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UAW organizes its first EV battery plant detroitnews.com/story/business
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4/ Passing the NDAA and ensuring continued American leadership in an uncertain world is one of Congress’ most critical obligations, and I am pleased we were able to get this over the finish line with such broad support.
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3/ I am also thrilled that 34 of my provisions made it into the final version of the bill, including legislation on PFAS exposure, toxic burn pits, and bringing supply chains for defense equipment and critical minerals back to places like Michigan.
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2/ It provides our men and women in uniform with a well-earned pay raise, an increased housing allowance, and expanded childcare benefits.
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As a national security professional, I take our responsibility to pass the NDAA very seriously. The bipartisan budget we passed yesterday gives our military the tools it needs to keep America safe & strong while also investing in our service members. 1/
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2/ After the Dobbs decision, it became clear that some of the hard-fought rights we thought were safe may have been in jeopardy. Now, every Michigander will have a protected right to marry who they love. I know my mom would be proud of our vote today.
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I was thinking of my mom just now on the House floor as I cast my vote to pass the Respect for Marriage Act. She came out in the 1980s & passed away before she could marry her partner, but today we’ve finally codified the right to same-sex & interracial marriage into law. 1/
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I’m encouraged that was named to lead this effort — hopefully a good sign that this committee will be a serious effort. 2/2
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This is a good step. The Chinese government is one of the major strategic threats our country faces right now. Establishing a Committee that takes a wholistic view of legislation & policy is important for our national security and our economy. 1/2
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McCarthy taps GOP WI Rep Mike Gallagher to lead select committee on China in the new Congress.
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3/ If you’re a veteran, check out the link below. It has everything you need to know about the PACT Act and any new benefits you may be eligible for. And if you have any additional questions, call my office at (517) 993-0510 – we’re here to help.
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2/ My team checked the VA’s social media accounts, and one thing was clear: our campaign to educate veterans about the benefits and treatment they qualify for under the PACT Act could be much more aggressive. It shouldn’t be on them to decipher the VA’s services.
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Today at a @VeteransAffairsDems hearing I questioned VA officials about the implementation of the PACT Act and how we can ensure it’s helping as many veterans as possible. One bipartisan point of emphasis: getting the message out and marketing the PACT Act to our vets. 1/
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4/ When it comes to fixing our broken immigration system, I’ll work with him — or anyone else, from either party — who is willing to do the hard work & come up with real solutions. We owe our constituents nothing less.
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3/ I reject the false choice between humane immigration policies & maintaining a secure border. We can have and need both. Rep. Gonzales and I have introduced several bipartisan border security bills together this year alone.
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2/ The mental strain of working in law enforcement is no joke – especially for those who patrol our borders. And with suicide among border patrol personnel on the rise, it’s crucial that they get to the specialized treatment & resources they need to maintain their mental health.
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Border security shouldn’t be a partisan issue, and supporting the hardworking folks at shouldn’t be either. Today I joined & President Brandon Judd for some bipartisan talk on how we can support our border agents & their mental health needs. 1/
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Christopher’s story deserved to be heard, elevated, and entered into the Congressional Record. He represents the best of Michigan, and I am so grateful to him for his work.
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Howell man honored with Congressional tribute for work with Afghan refugees thelivingstonpost.com/howell-man-hon via @@livingstonpost
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5/ In the following weeks, was deployed to D.C. to lead efforts to keep the Capitol secure, serving with distinction. We owe our Guardsmen, as well as Capitol & Metro police, an enormous debt for helping get us through that dark time in American history.
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4/ I was therefore struck by the courage and resolve of everyone who responded that day, the dozens that suffered permanent injuries, and those who have continued to serve, preventing catastrophe for both our democracy and our country.
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3/ It’s been nearly two years since January 6, 2021, and as the head of Metro Police said when he accepted the medal for his force, today was the first time back to the Capitol for many.
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2/ We specifically honored the officers who died in subsequent days as well as the Capitol Police and the Metro police who responded to emergency calls from the Capitol.
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Metropolitan Police Chief Robert J. Contee III praised officers as "guardians of democracy" for their efforts on Jan. 6.
Hundreds of officers that were at the Capitol that day were honored with Congressional Gold Medals, nearly two years after the attack.
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6/ You can find all these movies on Amazon and other streaming services. Check them out and see if you can spot some of your favorite local hangouts make their big screen debut!
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5/ Also shot in Brighton: “A Christmas Winter Song,” which features singer Ashanti playing a Christmas shop owner who helps a former jazz singer reconnect with his family.
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4/ “Miracle on Christmas” was filmed entirely in the Brighton, and follows a small-town family and their struggles to come together for the holidays.
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3/ “Cupid’s Christmas,” also filmed in Holly, stars real-life Police Chief Jerry Narsh in the role of the police chief, with the fictional town raising money to save the historic train depot, just like the real town of Holly.
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2/ “Christmas at the Holly Hotel” just debuted last weekend — it follows a woman whose parents, the owners of the Holly Hotel, ask her to come home from New York City for Christmas.
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Did you know mid-Michigan is the location for a surprising number of Christmas movies? As you’re putting together your holiday movie list, here are a few additions to make since you’ll certainly recognize some of our beautiful small towns on the screen 🎄1/
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6/ I want to thank our Jewish leaders from both Beth El and the greater community who have been working so hard to lead after this incident. We need your steady hand now more than ever.
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