We can support a strong national defense without turning our backs on Americans struggling with rising costs.
House Republicans want to cut nearly $13 billion from programs that help working families afford the essentials.
Watch as @AppropsDems fight back:
House Appropriations Democrats
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Ranking Member @rosadelauro and House Appropriations Committee Democrats are investing in America’s working families. Updates from staff.
- House Appropriations Democrats repostedOur national defense should support our servicemembers, protect our allies, & enhance diplomatic strength - not abdicate Congress' oversight authority, abandon Ukraine, or force Americans to pay for wars of choice or inflated budgets. Tune in now as @AppropsDems fight back:
- House Appropriations Democrats reposted$1,072,210,299,000. That’s how much Republicans want to give the Pentagon, while you can’t afford groceries or to take that summer road trip you’ve been planning all year. @AppropsDems will fight to lower prices, not hand Hegseth $1.1 trillion.
- House Appropriations Democrats repostedRepublicans want to give the Pentagon $1,072,210,299,000. Remember this as you buy gas and groceries or budget for a summer trip. Watch @AppropsDems fight to lower prices, not hand the military $1.1 trillion:
- House Appropriations Democrats repostedWhile you struggle to afford your life, Republicans are proposing a $1,072,210,299,000 budget for the Pentagon. It's an unprecedented sum that comes at the cost of healthcare, education, and diplomacy. Today, I'll lead @AppropsDems in opposing this bill.
- House Appropriations Democrats repostedRepublicans want to impose new work requirements on health care while cutting the programs that help people find jobs. That's not fiscal responsibility. It's cruelty. @AppropsDems are fighting back.
00:00 - House Appropriations Democrats repostedLast year, Republicans ripped health care from millions and cut food assistance for kids, veterans, and seniors – all to give tax breaks to their billionaire donors. Last night, in the @AppropsDems Committee, I saw more of the same: Republicans rolling over for Trump while their
00:00 - House Appropriations Democrats repostedThe cost-of-living crisis is real, and working families are paying the price. That's why my @AppropsDems colleagues and I are fighting back against Republican proposals to cut health care and make life even more expensive. Americans deserve lower costs and greater opportunity.
00:00 - House Appropriations Democrats repostedToday, @AppropsDems are marking up the Homeland Security funding bill. We're fighting to hold ICE and CBP accountable by requiring judicial warrants, respecting civil rights, and operating with full transparency. Watch live:
- House Appropriations Democrats repostedThis weekend there was a mass shooting in Toledo—12 people were shot. Thanks to dedicated first responders with years of groundbreaking training, no one died. Training of this type was developed by the CDC's Firearm Injury & Mortality Prevention Research Program. Today's GOP bill
00:00 - House Appropriations Democrats repostedInstead of working on a bill that helps Americans access health care, education, & employment opportunities, Republicans aim to disinvest in key programs and leave hardworking families on their own. Watch @AppropsDems fight to restore critical investments for the American
- House Appropriations Democrats repostedRepublicans refuse to invest in the research that saves lives. In fact, they’re working overtime to make us weaker, sicker, and poorer. I’m proudly fighting back against their latest attempt to gut Health and Human Services. 🔴WATCH NOW @AppropsDems: youtu.be/MWEhc-M22go










