At midnight, Republicans shut YOUR government down instead of protecting YOUR health care. They left town, choosing higher costs for Americans. Democrats stayed in D.C. — choosing YOU: fighting to stop cuts, lower costs, and save health care.

Last Friday, President Trump said it would be his “honor” to fund food assistance. We’ve seen what a difference a week makes. Today, I joined @RepJahanaHayes to introduce the Keep SNAP and WIC Funded Act, to fully fund benefits for millions of Americans. 🔗Read more here:

Under the Trump administration and Republicans, the cost of groceries has only INCREASED, hurting Americans at the dinner table. And their delay in funding SNAP, only makes things worse. In the season of giving, why is the 'pro-family' party, stealing from American families?

It was a pleasure to join Columbus elected officials to celebrate Ohio's veterans at Councilwoman Nancy Day Aucher's 2nd Annual Veterans Award Dinner. Thank you, for your partnership in ensuring Columbus is a city where veterans are appreciated and given the resources to thrive.

Six weeks into the shutdown, some still ask why Democrats continue to stand firmly to protect your health care. My fall Beatty Bulletin takes you behind the scenes of that work and more—before and during the shutdown. Read it here: https://t.co/GQnMlEb02f

I was proud to join the Columbus Urban League for their 50th Annual Empowerment Day - Driving Economic Impact through Access and Opportunity.  Thank you @CULempowering, for the work you do to advance economic opportunity and equity for thousands of individuals and families across

Times are tough, and the Trump Administration has chosen not to fund November SNAP benefits. Ohioans shouldn’t go hungry in the richest country in the world. Columbus and Franklin County residents can find help here ⤵️ 🔗CITY Resources: https://t.co/gGDlhO0CMt 🔗COUNTY

The Bill Fortier Hilton/NABHOOD Hospitality Scholarship expands access to hotel ownership and builds the next generation of hospitality leaders. I salute Andy Ingraham and Bill Fortier for championing inclusive growth in this industry. Click to learn more:

Thanks to Republicans, Head Start — a CRITICAL lifeline for children and families throughout Ohio — has lost vital funding throughout the shutdown. Here's the hard truth of how it's affecting Franklin County. It's time Republicans put American families FIRST and reopen the

Thanks to Republicans, health insurance premiums in the Affordable Care Act marketplace are rising across the country. Ohioans, check out the link here to see how much your premiums have increased: https://t.co/sTD5zb8H9z

Honoring the life and legacy of Les Wright, the first Black woman to serve on Columbus City Council. Her courage and leadership opened doors for generations of women and Black leaders, including myself. So grateful for the path she blazed. May she rest in power.

Federal courts have made it clear: Americans deserve their full SNAP benefits. The Trump Administration must release all funds and end the govt. shutdown he's leading —because we all know nothing moves in the Republican Congress without Trump. Read more here:

The Trump admin is weaponizing hunger by blocking funds for SNAP. Federal courts have ordered Trump to pay Americans their SNAP benefits — it's time for him to follow the law, and give Ohioans the benefits they need. To families struggling, please reach out to your local food

The Trump Administration has the power to protect SNAP—but refuses to act. As Thanksgiving nears, over 40 million Americans risk going hungry. I joined 213 of my Democratic colleagues in calling on Agriculture Secretary Rollins to release the resources families need now.

Tomorrow, funding for Head Start and SNAP will lapse in Ohio - critical lifelines that strengthen children, families, and entire communities. All because Republicans have failed to act. I'm working to get Ohioans the benefits they need. 🔗Read more here: https://t.co/9zSEkbkc8f

Looking for answers during the government shutdown? “Your Guide to Navigating the 2025 Government Shutdown” explains how it may affect your pay, health care, food assistance, housing, student loans, and more. 🔗 Click the link to download this FAQ and find helpful contacts:

The scariest thing this Halloween isn’t ghosts—it’s Trump’s economy. Candy and other costs keep climbing, and families are paying the price. Trick or treat? Under Trump, it’s just the trick. 🍫👻

Standing outside the USDA with Shutdown Straight Talk. Republicans are holding 42M Americans—including 1.4M in Ohio—hostage by refusing to fund SNAP benefits during their government shutdown. Release the $5B and protect SNAP!

1.4 million Ohioans rely on SNAP - that's not a game. But Republicans think it is. The message is clear and simple. To Secretary Rollins and Republicans: release the SNAP funds, now.

As Co-Chair of the Financial Literacy Caucus, I was excited to speak at the kickoff of @RobinhoodApp's Money Drills personal finance program, an innovative, for-credit course offering that helps college student-athletes build real-world skills in budgeting, debt management,