September is #SickleCellAwarenessMonth. Today I spoke on the House floor to acknowledge the patients, advocates, and healthcare workers who are fighting this disease every day.

Today, we celebrate the 78th birthday of the U.S. Air Force. Thank you to everyone who has served and continues to serve our country. I also want to celebrate the Tuskegee Airmen whose heroism shaped history and the Air Force into what it is today. 📷: Maxwell Air Force Base & National Park Service

Join my team in Crenshaw County for mobile office hours Thursday from 12-3 pm CT. If you need assistance with a federal matter, come and learn more about how we can serve you.

Today is #NationalVoterRegistrationDay, Alabama! Now is a good time to check your information or get registered. Visit www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-vote... for more details.

My office has been in touch with Alabama State University and we will continue monitoring the situation. Keeping our students safe is the top priority. Local, state, and federal law enforcement are investigating these threats and actively looking for those responsible.

Every witness I questioned today at the House Ag subcommittee hearing on SNAP confirmed that Trump’s big, ugly bill gives states the power to cut off federal food assistance for everyone if the state does not cover the cost share. 
 A very sad day in America.

Calling all high school seniors! Are you interested in attending a U.S. Service Academy? Join us on October 1 at 6 p.m. CT to learn more about the application process.

Tune in at 4 PM ET to the House floor to see me pushing for passage of transportation bills ranging from improving mental health for pilots to creating a plan to address supply chain needs at ports, railroads, and trucking companies.  www.youtube.com/watch?v=36Yy...

I couldn't miss the first ever night game at Tuskegee University this weekend. Great game, Golden Tigers!

Thank you, President Mohler and trustees for stopping by today. As a proud University of Alabama alum, I’m excited about your vision for the university and the opportunities ahead for the entire UA community. Roll Tide!

Big news today! @transportdems passed the FEMA Reform Act, which includes my bipartisan bill to make disaster relief funding more accessible. This is a major step forward for the people in my district and other communities across the country. Check the link in my bio to see the full press release.

Today, we celebrate America's workers - the backbone of this nation. I admire and respect those who are working hard to provide for themselves and their families. From our union members to our small business owners and entrepreneurs, we celebrate you, and the contributions you make to our country!

f you don’t know who Shomari Figures is, you owe it to yourself to stop what you’re doing and watch our Substack Live. open.substack.com/pub/joycevan...

Montgomery, I want to hear from you! Please join me tomorrow at 6 p.m. for a town hall meeting at Resurrection Catholic School.

So happy to have Amtrak back in the Port City, as this new route will transport passengers between Mobile and New Orleans. Special thank you to @RepRickLarsen for coming down to celebrate with us in the Second Congressional District of Alabama.

Join me for a town hall meeting in Montgomery at 6:00 pm CT on Tuesday at the Resurrection Catholic School. Check out the flyer for more information.

I had a great time with Project Inspire and the Dumas Wesley Community Center. District 2 is full of incredible organizations working to keep our communities safe, and I'm extremely proud of all the work they’re doing.

Yesterday marked the 60th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, and its impact cannot be overstated. I joined the @splcenter.org last night to reflect on the battle for voting rights and discuss the urgent fight we are in now to ensure fair representation for all Americans.

A special thank you to the Mobile Chamber for having me at Forum Alabama to talk about how I’m working in Washington to deliver results back home.

Yesterday, I celebrated the 235th anniversary of the United States Coast Guard here in Mobile. Thank you to all who serve or have served in keeping us safe and protected through the years.

Spent time this week meeting with the Phenix City Housing Authority and the Water Treatment Plant leadership about the progress and needs in Phenix City and Russell County.

Gave the Washington Brief at the Montgomery Chamber discussing the work we’ve been doing since January to support Montgomery, the District, and the state. . . . 📷: Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce

Today is National Intern Day! I want to shout out the amazing interns we had this summer: Jaleia, Braxton, and Vinya in DC, and Chasity in Montgomery. You all were incredible, and this is just the start. Thank you for being a part of the team! #nationalinternday

Busy week in Washington fighting for the people in my district. I’m looking forward to getting around the district in August and talking with people about how I’ve been standing up, pushing back, and working hard for District 2!

This week, I introduced the bipartisan Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) Act. This bill would change the law so that rural and natural disaster prone areas are prioritized to receive funding to strengthen their critical infrastructure.

We introduced the Bipartisan Bridge Investment and Modernization Act today to help extend and increase funding for Bridge Improvement Programs through 2031. This can help complete many projects across America, like the 1-10 Bayway and Bridge in Mobile, and improve local infrastructure and economies.

Happy Birthday to my wife!

I joined House Republican leadership and my Democratic colleague @bynum.house.gov to introduce the SCORE Act today to establish a national framework for NIL in college athletics. Read more about the bill here: figures.house.gov/media/press-...

Wishing everyone a safe and happy 4th of July! Let today be a reminder that we must keep fighting for freedom and justice for all.

I’m on the floor this morning supporting Leader Jeffries, who is speaking the truth about this trash bill. Republicans have the opportunity to do the right thing. But know that if they don’t, Dems will keep fighting for you because taking away health care from 17 million people ain’t right.

This big ugly bill is trash. It prioritizes the rich at the expense of everyday Alabamians and everyday Americans. That's why I’m voting no.

Protecting SNAP and Medicaid is not about politics. We are not in a position where we can’t afford it. We are spending almost $4 million on every trip that Donald Trump takes to Mar-a-Lago.   It’s not a question of resources. It’s a question of priorities.

Today, I had the opportunity to witness firsthand the hardwork and dedication Pike County is showing to prepare students to be the workforce of the future. The Troy-Pike Center for Technology and the Ag Academy at Goshen High School are creating real opportunities for students to be workforce ready!

Trump’s withdrawal from the Iran deal with no replacement allows Iran to get closer to having nuclear weapons, which threatens the security of Israel, the region, and the world.

On this Father's Day, I'm thankful for my own father and father figures who stepped up in my life after my dad passed. I wouldn't trade being a dad for anything in the world! Happy Father's Day to all the incredible dads and father figures out there. Enjoy your day!

A special shoutout to Jackson McCoy, the 2025 Congressional Art Competition winner from Alabama's 2nd District! Jackson made a special visit to the Capitol to see his piece, "The Drunkard," which will be on display here for the next year.

Had a great time yesterday honoring two of Mobile’s finest- Hank Aaron and Satchel Paige.

Job Corps plays a vital role in workforce development, especially here in Alabama. I’m joining Mayor Steven Reed and the staff of the Montgomery Job Corps to highlight the urgent need to restore full operations. Tune in NOW to watch www.youtube.com/@MontgomeryC...

New Dems are committed to updating our transportation infrastructure & building projects that benefit everyone. New Dem Vice Chair for Policy @budzinski.house.gov & Transportation Task Force Chair @repscfigures.bsky.social outlined priorities for the Surface Transportation Reauthorization Package.

It's definitely a disconnect somewhere. Why are we cutting Job Corps when we need to do everything we can to invest in our workforce in Alabama? Once again, this Administration is making decisions without considering the impact on Alabama and what we need here. www.wsfa.com/2025/05/31/m...

Today is the first day of hurricane season, and my district is no stranger to the destruction hurricanes cause. I want everyone to be prepared, have a plan, and stay safe in the months ahead. Here are a few resources: www.noaa.gov/hurricane-prep www.nhc.noaa.gov www.ready.gov/hurricanes?f...

Today, we remember all those who gave their life in defense of this country. I went to high school with Pfc. Howard Johnson Jr., who died in Iraq in 2003. To him and all those we've lost - and to everyone who ever served - we say THANK YOU.

Taking away access to Medicaid and SNAP for those who need it most just to benefit the very rich is not worth it, and it never will be. That’s why I voted no on the Republicans’ budget bill.

I’m saddened to hear of the passing of Rep. Gerry Connolly. He was truly a dedicated fighter and fierce advocate for his district and for federal workers. I’m praying for his family during this time.

Wishing the best to President Biden as he tackles this challenge. I have no doubt he will fight cancer with everything he's got. 🙏🏽

Last night, Republicans made their priorities crystal clear: cut critical food assistance for families across this country just to make the rich even richer. Cutting $300B in SNAP will have devastating impacts for so many people who are already struggling to make ends meet.

To all the incredible moms and mother figures out there, you uplift us, push us forward, and carry so much with grace. I would not be in the position I'm in today without the support of my incredible wife and mother. I love you. You deserve your flowers every single day. Happy Mother's Day!

Tuskegee Class of 2025, the world is yours to conquer. Go out and show them who you are!

This morning, I will be giving the commencement address at Tuskegee University. Tune in at 9:30 a.m. CDT to watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=YZLu...

Today, I introduced the Land-Grant Institution Parity Act to ensure that all land-grant institutions are treated equally and that federal funding cannot be paused, cut, or eliminated without congressional approval.