Rep. Betty McCollum

The Mississippi River is the source of drinking water for many of us in Minnesota. It’s also a vital ecosystem and economic connector for our nation. But the Mississippi faces threats that disrupt this delicate balance. I was glad to speak to PBS @NewsHour about these challenges…

It's official: According to @USCBO, Trump's Big Ugly Bill will add a whopping $3,400,000,000,000 to the debt. Your share of this debt bill is $10,000 — that’s what every man, woman, and child in America now owes — all so millionaires and billionaires can get more tax breaks.

I, along with the world, watch in horror as the Trump Administration buoys Prime Minister Netanyahu’s extremist right-wing government. No child on this planet should be starved when the United States has the capacity to feed them.

I took a stand today in the Appropriations Committee.

Republicans have clawed back over $9 Billion in federal funding for public broadcasting and foreign aid that passed on a bipartisan basis just months ago. They are quickly surrendering power to Trump and his unelected bureaucrats like Russ Vought, the author of Project 2025.

Rondo Days is back again! Today from 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM Rondo Days will celebrate 43 years of bringing neighbors and community together with live performances from local artists, food trucks, and family-friendly fun for all ages. insightnews.com/news/rondo-day…

Today marks five years since my dear friend, colleague and brother went to heaven. To honor his legacy we must keep his wisdom close: never be afraid to make good trouble. I feel his spirit with me every day in the halls of Congress. Rest in power, John Lewis.

NEW: I'm leading nearly 50 Members of Congress in fighting back against Donald Trump's attacks on public broadcasting. Local public media outlets don't just keep us informed — they provide real-time information to keep Americans safe during emergencies and natural disasters.

As we celebrate Disability Pride Month this July, I'm proud to join Minnesotans in commemorating the 35th anniversary of the ADA. Today from 10AM-1PM, Minnesotans can celebrate the 3rd annual Disability Pride Festival at the State Capitol! More info at: selfadvocacy.org/disability-pri…

UPDATE: Thanks to @AGEllison, Minnesota is standing up for our students by suing the Trump Administration for this funding.

It is horrifying that two young men, including Palestinian-American Sayfollah ‘Saif’ Musallet, were beaten to death in the West Bank by violent settlers. The Israeli government must be held accountable for this unconscionable brutality. My heart goes out to the families and loved…

The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for the Twin Cities starting today from 12PM – 8PM with high temperatures and humidity. If you plan to be outside for an extended period of time, please plan ahead. forecast.weather.gov/wwamap/wwatxtg…

Students, teachers, and communities across the country will be harmed by the Supreme Court’s decision to allow the Trump administration to continue dismantling the Education Department, even as a court challenge to these damaging cuts continues. thehill.com/regulation/cou…

President Trump’s decision to eliminate over 1,300 positions at the State Department comes at a time when the world needs American leadership to be stronger, not weaker. America is most powerful when we fully employ the three Ds of national security – Development, Diplomacy, and…

President Trump is illegally withholding $70 Million from Minnesota schools. This week, I led a letter to the White House demanding that this funding is released immediately. Shortchanging Minnesota schools doesn’t just harm students, it harms entire communities.

This week I visited Saint Paul’s Chelsea Heights Elementary and Rondo Education Center to meet with young people and staff who are providing them free and nutritious meals through USDA’s Summer Food Service Programs. Sites are open to anyone under 18 – find one near you:…

Community members have shared wonderful stories about how Brandon Skelton made them feel like they mattered. He will be missed by many. Thanks to the Pioneer Press for this beautiful tribute to his life. twincities.com/2025/07/09/bra…

Rep. Fine's comments targeting Rep. Omar are dangerous and unacceptable. There is no defense for these disgusting attacks. He should delete his posts and apologize immediately.

Trump’s Big Ugly Bill delivers a tax break boon for billionaires, but sticks everyone else with the bill. Not only will thousands of Minnesotans lose their health care and food assistance, our energy bills will also go up. mprnews.org/story/2025/07/…

The Big Ugly Bill rips away healthcare from millions of Americans to give tax breaks to giant corporations and the billionaires who run them. Among the handouts for the top 1 percent: an absurd tax break allowing billionaires to write off their private jets. What a rip off!