St. Louis is proud to host the U.S. Figure Skating Championships this week—bringing visitors, energy, and economic activity to our city. Welcome to all the athletes and fans!

Reminder: The open enrollment deadline for health coverage is just 9 days away for coverage starting February 1st. Don't miss your chance to sign up or update your plan through the Marketplace—

Attention young leaders in the St. Louis region: The application deadline for my office’s Inaugural Youth Council is less than 2 weeks away! This is your chance to touch issues affecting our community, develop leadership skills, and make a real difference—

Happy New Year, St. Louis! As we step into 2026, let's commit to building a stronger, more united community. Grateful for the opportunity to serve you and excited for what we can achieve together. Here's to health, prosperity, and progress in the year ahead!

Congress has shown me how far we still have to go to build a system that truly works for everyone. But that won’t discourage me. My love for and dedication to the St. Louis region keep me in this for the long haul. In 2026, I’ll keep fighting for the better future we all deserve.

Families shouldn’t be working harder just to fall further behind. I’m proud to cosponsor the American Affordability Act to lower housing, energy, childcare, education, and healthcare costs—and put more money back in working families’ pockets. It’s time to make the economy work for people again.

As Kwanzaa begins today, we honor the principle of unity and celebrate African American culture, heritage, and community. May these seven days inspire us all to strengthen our families and lift each other up. Happy Kwanzaa to everyone observing!

Merry Christmas to the St. Louis region and beyond! It’s time to celebrate our blessings, and cherish the spirit of giving that brings us all together. Wishing you peace and joy with loved ones this holiday season.

It’s hard to miss what’s going on here. A story gets pulled at the same time executives are seeking deals that need government sign-off. That’s not a coincidence.

This Christmas, our office was honored to adopt a local family through the 100 Neediest Cases program. Grateful to be able to show up for our neighbors and share a little joy this season.

The law is clear: the Trump Administration must release the Epstein files by the end of today. They’re refusing to follow a law the President himself signed. When transparency is denied, the public has a right to ask why.

About 12.3% of Missourians are living with diabetes, up from just 11.2% two years ago. Hospitalization and death rates related to diabetes are also twice as high among Black Missourians.

Growing up, I learned firsthand how the stability of a caregiver and a safe home can shape a child’s future. That’s why I’m proud to cosponsor the Grandfamily Housing Act—to support grandparents who step up to raise their grandkids and ensure they have safe, affordable housing and real support.

The deadline to submit for our Inaugural Youth Council is only 1 month away! Any high school students that are passionate about engaging in real projects to support the St. Louis region are encouraged to apply. To submit an application, visit bell.house.gov/youthcouncil & fill out the form by 1/16.

Republicans in Congress have been opposing the expansion of affordable coverage since the beginning. Why should we believe they want a solution now?

Families are paying more for groceries, rent, energy, health care, and child care—as wages still fall behind. It’s past time for real answers and real solutions that put working families first.

Proud to support Opening Night of the 4th Annual Chanukah at the Arch! Happy Hanukkah to our Jewish neighbors in St. Louis and around the world.

As I’m gathering my thoughts about the horrific attack at Brown University that took two lives, we learned of another hate-driven shooting. This time targeting the Jewish community in Sydney—

Congratulations WashU on this huge win. Let’s keep it going for the three-peat. #Bears

St. Louis families should never be left out in the cold. Protecting LIHEAP means protecting low-income families from dangerous winter conditions. That’s a responsibility we can’t ignore.

I was glad to meet with Ambassador Sven Alkalaj of Bosnia and Herzegovina to discuss the strong partnership between our two countries. St. Louis is home to one of the largest Bosnian communities in the nation, and those ties matter.

Reminder: To have health coverage start on January 1, you must enroll by December 15. Losing coverage or going uninsured isn’t just stressful, it’s expensive. The Affordable Care Act helps millions of working families get quality, affordable health care, including folks with pre-existing conditions

Remember the whole "I'll bring back manufacturing jobs and fix costs on day one?" Well, the facts are we have lost about 50,000 manufacturing jobs since January. Americans and folks in the St. Louis region are sick of waiting for policies that create jobs instead of destroying them.

Preserving biodiversity is about protecting our future. Proud to see the Missouri Botanical Garden leading the way in seed conservation and climate resilience here in St. Louis.

2025 National Champions. Congrats to the WashU Bears on going back to back. Looking forward to number 3 next year.

Mohammad Ali Dadfar risked his life protecting U.S. troops in Afghanistan. He followed every rule to seek safety for his family, yet the Trump admin detained him without cause. A federal judge ruled his rights were violated. Our allies deserve dignity and due process, not punishment.

Waymo choosing St. Louis is a sign that our region is getting noticed on the national level. More investment equals more opportunity. We’re ready for growth. And I’ll keep fighting to make sure it benefits everyone in our community. Help cannot come fast enough.

REMINDER: Open Enrollment for 2026 health coverage is happening RIGHT NOW and ends January 15, 2026! Whether you’re shopping for a new plan or keeping your current one, now’s the time to act. Visit HealthCare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 to explore your options.

Looking for a new job opportunity before the holidays? Join SLATE for their Holly Jolly Holiday Hiring Fair: a two-day event bringing together employers from across the St. Louis region on Thursday, December 4 & Friday, December 5 from 9AM – Noon at 1520 Market St., First Floor Conference Room.

Thank you to Cadets Jacknewitz and Braeske for stopping by our District Office while home for the holiday. Our team is always energized by young leaders who are already serving their communities and shaping the future. Keep going—we’re proud to have you representing St. Louis.

St. Louis has expanded emergency shelter capacity as freezing temperatures move in. Shelters are now operating 24/7 through Dec. 5 at 9 am, with added beds to ensure everyone seeking safety and warmth has a place to go--

A married couple in my district found out their monthly health-insurance bill will jump from $800 to $1,600 if enhanced ACA tax credits expire.

Small Business Saturday is all about investing in the neighbors, entrepreneurs, and storefronts that keep our communities strong. From corner bakeries to family-run repair shops, these businesses are the backbone of the St. Louis region—

New reporting shows what families in the St. Louis region already feel: these tariffs are nothing but a hidden tax on working people. Black Friday prices went up, not down—because the Trump administration chose billionaire tax breaks over affordability for everyone.

To the courageous firefighters who rushed into danger overnight to battle the warehouse blaze downtown—thank you. Your bravery and selflessness made all the difference. Praying for everyone’s safety and a full recovery of all affected.

This Thanksgiving, I’m reflecting on the resilience of the St. Louis region through the disruption, disaster, and distress we have experienced this year. It’s because of your strength that I am inspired to serve—I couldn’t be more grateful to represent our home in Congress—

St. Louis is under a Code Blue from tonight through Monday due to freezing temperatures and expected snow. The City has activated additional emergency shelter beds and transportation to make sure our unhoused neighbors can stay safe.

Horrified by today’s tragic shooting of two National Guardsmen near the White House. My thoughts are with their families, their fellow soldiers, and all who serve. We owe them a full investigation and accountability for whoever is responsible.

Just recently, we saw the scare that the Trump Administration brought when they threatened to not disperse emergency funds for food assistance. I didn’t grow up with much, so this issue hits home. No family should have to bear that stress—

People who face racial discrimination deserve their day in court. They shouldn’t be pushed into a private process that was designed to protect corporations—not workers. In the St. Louis region, we’ve lived w/ the consequences of systems that keep people from speaking out & seeking fair treatment—

Proud to launch our Inaugural Youth Council! We’re inviting high school students across the St. Louis region who care about their community and want to roll up their sleeves on real service and research projects—

I want to share a recent casework success that truly reflects why constituent services matter—

Had a productive meeting with Postmaster General Steiner. Folks in St. Louis deal with real postal issues, and I made sure those concerns were front and center. I appreciate the commitment to improving service, and I look forward to continuing this work together.

After months and months of delay by Trump and Speaker Johnson, we finally forced a vote to release the Epstein files—and I proudly voted YES (again) with the vast majority of my colleagues—

I don’t care if you’re a Democrat or a Republican. Anyone involved in the crimes of Jeffrey Epstein must be held accountable. Let justice be done though the heavens fall.

Releasing the Epstein files not only brings justice to the victims of this horrific abuse, but also exonerates all who have been wrongly accused. Conspiracies must be put to rest—it’s time to put the facts on full display.

Honored to sit down with veterans to hear directly about the challenges they face accessing health care, housing, and the benefits they’ve earned. Grateful to the federal & community partners who joined us as we work to strengthen coordination and ensure every veteran gets the support they deserve