Rep. John Larson

Elon Musk called Social Security a Ponzi scheme and Donald Trump called it a scam. Make no mistake - they want to slash & privatize Americans' benefits. My resolution compels them to provide answers, but Republicans are trying to stop it from even coming to a vote in the House.

I'm horrified by the shooting targeting our National Guard in Washington, D.C. today. I'm thankful for the swift response from law enforcement. My heart goes out to the Guardsmen and their loved ones. I will continue to monitor this incident as more details become available.

I joined Angel of Edgewood with @SenBlumenthal at the State Capitol for their annual Community Breakfast. Great to see so many community members come together and celebrate what Thanksgiving is all about!

Thanks to Democrats’ Inflation Reduction Act, seniors are going to save over $2 billion more on their prescriptions annually - including on Ozempic and Wegovy. I’m fighting to build on this progress and extend these cost savings to all Americans! nbcnews.com/health/health-…

100,000 Connecticut households rely on federal assistance to heat and cool their homes. As temperatures drop, families can't afford to wait. I joined a bipartisan coalition of my colleagues urging the Trump Administration to prevent any further delays and release aid now.

If the Congress speaking its will is now considered terrorism by the President, then we are entering a new surge of authoritarianism. My colleagues served our country with honor. Donald Trump can try to weaponize the FBI to scare them into silence, but he won't intimidate them.

Donald Trump thinks he can instill fear in anyone who speaks out. @SenMarkKelly has a distinguished record of service to our country – in the Navy, as an astronaut, and as a Senator. I'm proud to know him and his wife, @GabbyGiffords. I stand with them. apnews.com/article/pentag…

Americans are getting squeezed by high prices everywhere they look. Failed Trump policies have plunged us into a cost-of-living crisis. @RepHorsford, @SenWarren & I have a bill to grant emergency inflation relief to our seniors, veterans, and disabled workers. They need help now!

They still have no plan. 37 days until premiums skyrocket. I'm afraid "concepts of a plan" aren't going to cut it.

Thanksgiving dinner just got more expensive. From turkey to cranberry sauce, your favorites cost more this year thanks to failed Trump policies. His tariffs mean higher prices for YOU. Democrats are ready to end this illegal tax. Americans need action NOW. Let’s have a vote!

Today, Connecticut lost a champion. State Rep. Kevin Ryan’s leadership, commitment to our state, and dedication to public service was unmatched. I’m sending my deepest condolences to his loved ones, colleagues, and everyone mourning this great loss. He will be missed by so many.

Eight Republican Senators want million-dollar cash payouts at taxpayer expense, because they're upset about subpoenas from the January 6th investigation. If they truly cared about privacy, they'd be up in arms about ‘DOGE’ moving everyone's personal records from Social Security!

A crushing blow for Donald Trump and his attempts to corrupt our justice system. A major win for democracy and the rule of law. We will not allow this president and his henchmen turn the legal process into a political weapon.

Trump's tariffs have sent grocery bills skyrocketing. Democrats tried to act months ago, but Republicans wouldn't even allow a vote. As prices continue to soar, I'm glad to see the President start to backtrack now. Let's end this illegal tax for good. cbsnews.com/news/white-hou…

November is #LungCancer Awareness Month. Early detection can save lives, especially for those who have increased risk, like current or past smokers. Schedule your screening. Be prepared. Talk to your doctor today.

Trump and RFK Jr. took an axe to medical research - even halting cancer treatments for kids. I have a young constituent who benefited from federally funded clinical trials for Cystic Fibrosis. We can't afford to roll back progress. Lives are on the line. washingtonpost.com/health/2025/11…

No one should have to choose between paying the rent and filling their prescription. I'm joining @RepRichardNeal and @FrankPallone with a plan to negotiate lower drug costs for all Americans. We can end Big Pharma's predatory price gouging and deliver the savings directly to you.

Today marks 62 years since President Kennedy’s assassination — taken from us in the summer of his years. He exemplified grace, dignity, and wit, and was a once-in-a-generation president for America. May we remember his legacy of service and carry it forward for years to come.

Donald Trump tried to rip disability benefits from 400,000 Americans. @RepDWStweets and I stood up and STOPPED HIM. Don't be fooled. He'll try again. But first, he'll have to come through us. We'll never back down from the fight to protect YOUR hard-earned benefits!

Trump threatened to rip Social Security disability benefits from 400,000 Americans, until @RepJohnLarson and I led 165 @HouseDemocrats to sound the alarm and stop it. This week, Trump reversed course. We must improve Social Security, not destroy it.

Local farms are the backbone of our agricultural economy and our communities. They're being squeezed by Trump’s cost-raising policies. Farmers need relief to keep up with high prices. @rosadelauro and I are fighting with our colleagues to make sure CT growers aren't left behind.