A federal judge ordered the Trump Administration to pay full SNAP benefits for November. Instead of releasing funds for the millions of families who rely on SNAP, they are appealing the ruling. The President is literally taking food off the table from those in need.

Congratulations to the new graduating class of CHCI interns, including our own talented intern, Jackie! Grateful for programs like these that uplift our Latino students, provide meaningful experiences and drive change in our communities.

The Constitution is clear: Congress holds the power of the purse and the power to tax. Trump doesn't have authority to impose sweeping tariffs that raise costs for American families and businesses.

I was grateful to be with my NJ Dem colleagues & so many of you last night to discuss how we’re fighting Republicans’ cuts to SNAP. Thank you to everyone for staying engaged. It’s time for Republicans to stop standing in the way of protecting healthcare, lowering costs, & reopening the government.

The Trump Administration would rather shut down our airports and drive up healthcare costs than reopen the government.

An absolute legend. Nancy Pelosi redefined leadership in our country. Her strength, vision, and unmatched commitment to deliver for working families changed lives and forever changed our country. And it was always “for the children”.

The Trump Admin has proven time & again that they don't value our dedicated career civil servants. Paying furloughed federal workers is the law, as signed by President Trump himself in 2019.

Stacy is one of millions of Americans who opened her health insurance letter & saw her premium skyrocket. She called it “devastating” & she’s right. While Republicans refuse to extend ACA tax credits, Democrats are fighting to ensure every individual can access the affordable care they deserve.

Unconscionable. The President is ignoring court orders while using hunger for political gain. The Administration must obey the law and promptly issue SNAP benefits to ensure American families are able to have food on their table.

📢 Join my colleagues and me for a Telephone Town Hall on Wednesday, November 5th at 5:00PM to give an update on SNAP and what's at stake for our NJ communities. 📞 Your voice matters in this fight. Join by calling (855) 821-1685.

We also have an “obligatory tradition” of sending out SNAP benefits on time and in full, but clearly Trump and Republicans don’t care about that - or the well-being of Americans - anymore.

Grateful to law enforcement for their swift response & for working to ensure voters across New Jersey can safely make their voices heard today. Our democracy is strongest when everyone participates so make a plan to vote before polls close at 8PM. Every voice matters & every vote counts.

Today is Election Day in New Jersey! 🗳️ The health of our democracy is determined by your participation so please make your voice heard and vote! To find your polling place, go to: voter.svrs.nj.gov/polling-plac...

📍Honoring our veterans in Bayonne at the 10th Annual Field of Heroes event 💪 Grateful to this incredible community for recognizing this year's honorees and all of the brave men and women who served our country, as well as their families.

While partial SNAP payments are a relief, let’s be clear: (1) the Trump Administration only acted AFTER the courts forced their hand, and (2) they have the ability to do much more (i.e., fully fund benefits for November). They're choosing not to.

Happy birthday Alex! The kids and I are grateful every day for your love, strength and being the glue that keeps all of this together.

Open enrollment is here for Get Covered New Jersey—but so are higher premiums. Why? Because Republicans are blocking vital ACA tax credit extensions. House Democrats are fighting every single day to protect affordable coverage and save lives.

⚠️I have declared a State of Emergency effective at 12:00 a.m. on November 1.⚠️ The Trump Administration’s decision to suspend SNAP benefits threatens the health and safety of over 800,000 New Jerseyans. We will use every available resource to protect vulnerable residents.

The courts have now sided with Democrats in the fight to ensure millions of Americans have access to food assistance. No more excuses, delays or political games. The Trump Administration must follow the law and immediately release funds for SNAP.

Congrats to the Hoboken High School’s Girls Varsity Soccer Team on their first-ever HCIAL tournament championship! ⚽️👏 And huge shoutout to Bayonne High School for an incredible season and a hard-fought second-place finish — both teams make Hudson County proud! 🙌

NJ Democrats stand united against Trump's refusal to distribute November SNAP benefits to over 800,000 New Jerseyans. Read our full statement below ⬇️

It was a privilege to meet with advocates from the American Coalition for Ukraine, including friends from Ukrainian JC while I was back in DC. We will continue to stand with Ukraine in defense of democracy and freedom. 🇺🇦

Congrats to Saint Peter's Prep on their historic three-peat! ⚽️ We’re so proud of your incredible achievement. 👏 And shoutout to Harrison HS on an outstanding season and a great match!

What happened yesterday at a warehouse in Avenel involving nearly 50-armed ICE agents targeting people at their place of work is yet another reminder of how far the Trump Administration will go to spread fear and terrorize our communities.

#TBT to when Congress appropriated $6 BILLION that could keep SNAP running during a shutdown... The Trump Admin knows they have this money and the ability to use it. They are choosing to let families go hungry instead.

Over 800,000 New Jerseyans will lose their November SNAP benefits if the Trump Administration continues to withhold funding. House Democrats are fighting to protect SNAP because no American should go hungry–not now, not ever.

A Republican shutdown won't stop our team from serving you. Harrison – Congress is coming to your corner to help with casework, passports, and anything else you need from a federal agency. We hope to see you there!

Families & small businesses across New Jersey are paying more on their energy bills—and the rapid growth of AI data centers is a major reason why. That’s why we are holding data centers accountable to ensure our communities aren't continuing to shoulder the cost of these facilities’ energy demands.

As we watch Hurricane Melissa devastate parts of the Caribbean, we’re reminded — on the 13th anniversary of Superstorm Sandy — of how vulnerable our communities are to the growing impacts of climate change.

📢 #NJ-08 Students: Are you interested in attending a U.S. Service Academy? It's not too late to apply! Please contact us at (201) 309-0301 or visit: menendez.house.gov/services/ser...

When Republicans passed Trump’s budget bill, they showed us their true colors by voting for the largest cuts ever to Medicaid and SNAP. House Democrats have and will continue to hold the line in our fight for all Americans.

Investing in our children is investing in our future. Starting November 1st, families across New Jersey risk losing access to Head Start programs due to the Republican shutdown. These programs are lifelines and Republicans must act now to protect them.

The Trump Administration has the funding to keep SNAP running during this shutdown, they're just choosing not to use it.

📍North Hudson CAC WIC office in Union City 📢 WIC keeps moms, infants and kids healthy, but the GOP shutdown puts that at risk for thousands of NJ families.

So Republicans can find $40 billion to bail out Argentina, but can't find a dime to make sure 42 million Americans don't go hungry next month?

Families in New Jersey are already facing high energy costs, and the Trump Administration's decision to end the IRA's $7B Solar for All program will only make it worse.

As we enter week 5 of the Republican government shutdown, House Democrats are holding the line to protect healthcare and lower costs for the American people. We are in this fight - together.

📍Celebrating Joseph Seebode’s retirement after more than four decades of service with US Army Corps of Engineers!

Pleased to see Local AFM 802 & Broadway League have reached a tentative agreement that improves access to healthcare & provides fairer wages for performers & crew. Earlier this month, I joined colleagues in urging both sides to bargain in good faith to keep artists supported & Broadway thriving.

Congratulations to Brian Stack on 25 years of service to Union City! Brian’s commitment to the people is unmatched - and Union City's growth is a reflection of his leadership. There is no more relentless, tireless public servant than the one and only Brian P. Stack!

📍Celebrating 32 years of Hudson Pride Center in Hudson County 🏳️‍🌈 Proud to stand with our LGBTQ+ community & advocates driving positive change in Hudson County & beyond. Grateful for their vital work and for the privilege to uplight their voices & fight for equality for all in Congress.

Putting funding for SNAP benefits at risk means fewer meals for families who need them. That's why I joined my colleagues in urging USDA to ensure SNAP stays funded during this Republican shutdown.

Trump & Republicans' refusal to come to the table right as premiums are set to skyrocket shows they have ZERO plan to lower healthcare costs. This will be devastating to families across New Jersey. House Democrats are holding the line in the fight to protect healthcare for all Americans.

📍Groundbreaking for the new University Hospital and Rutgers Health Complex in Newark 🩺 Honored to celebrate the growth of Rutgers Health in Newark as we work to create greater access to high-quality health care across our communities.

Protect healthcare and end the Republican shutdown.

We have made real progress on Gateway, with major milestones reached on schedule and on budget, yet the Trump Admin wants to terminate good-paying jobs and stall our region’s growth.

In times where division runs loud, Jennie Pu shows what real leadership looks like—standing up for inclusion and the truth amid censorship and book bans. Under her leadership, the Hoboken Library has become a linchpin for Hoboken and a sanctuary for every reader. 📚👏

If Republicans let this shutdown continue, more than 800,000 New Jerseyans are at risk of losing their SNAP benefits next month. We need Republicans to come to the table to negotiate a deal that protects healthcare, reopens the government, and ensures no child has to go to school hungry.

Republicans have passed the largest cuts to Medicaid & SNAP in our nation's history, terminated record infrastructure investments, & weaponized ICE to target our communities.

My colleague and friend Rep. LaMonica McIver came to Congress to fight for the people she represents, and that's exactly what she has continued to do — even as Republicans try to silence her.