Today, the United States Marine Corps celebrates 250 years of protecting and serving the American people. On behalf of a grateful nation, I thank all Marines and Marine Corps veterans for serving our nation with honor, courage, and commitment. Semper Fi.

Donald Trump’s corruption knows no limits. He has weaponized the Department of Justice to attack his perceived enemies while he protects his criminal allies.

I strongly oppose the Senate’s government funding bill. It does nothing to address Republicans' health care and hunger crises, and it fails to stop Trump from continuing to illegally and unconstitutionally misuse congressionally appropriated funds. It's a bad deal for Americans.

Woodbury Central Park is now open! Renovations include a nearly 24,000 square foot addition and improving indoor park accessibility, comfort, and amenities. www.twincities.com/2025/11/03/w...

Congratulations to this year’s cohort of Hamline University’s Teacher Field School, an immersive nature-based professional development program for teachers to reduce stress & burnout while providing tools to benefit students with nature-based lessons & activities. www.twincities.com/2025/11/02/h...

Thank you to the City of Saint Paul for hosting a food drive for community members affected by the government shut down. There will be four sites across the city. Donations of shelf-stable food and hygiene products are welcome. www.twincities.com/2025/11/04/s...

My sincere condolences to the family, friends, colleagues, and loyal readers of Wallace “Jack” O’Neil Jackman, who leaves behind a lasting legacy of service and dedication to community and journalism with over 20 years of work at the Minnesota Spokesman Recorder. www.startribune.com/former-minne...

Congratulations to Senator-elect Amanda Hemmingsen-Jaeger on her decisive victory last night in the special election to represent Senate District 47! I look forward to continuing our work together to improve affordability and quality of life for the residents of Maplewood and Woodbury.

Congratulations to Saint Paul Mayor-elect Kaohly Her on an impressive victory last night! I look forward to working together on behalf of all Saint Paul residents. I thank Mayor Melvin Carter for his many years of public service. He has served Saint Paul honorably and deserves our gratitude.

Americans sent a message last night: They're fed up with a Republican government that's focused more on millionaires, billionaires, and large corporations than they are on the costs of food, rent, health care, and utilities that are making life unaffordable for working people.

Today, Donald Trump broke his own record for the longest government shutdown in American history. It’s long past time to bring the House back into session, negotiate with Democrats to re-open the government, and end the health care and hunger crises that Republicans created.

In the wealthiest nation in the history of the world, nobody should go hungry.

Booted from the Pentagon: AP, Washington Post, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Reuters, Bloomberg, NPR, ABC, CBS, CNN, NBC, Fox News — and even NewsMax. Front row seat at the Pentagon: Laura Loomer. Secretary Hegseth is hiding information from the American people.

My condolences are with my former colleague Liz Cheney and her family as they mourn the death of her father, former Vice President Dick Cheney. Her father was at her side as she stood up to Donald Trump and worked to protect our democracy.

Election Day is here! Our democracy thrives when everyone’s voice is heard, so make sure to cast your ballot by 8 P.M. tonight — and bring a friend or family member with you. Find your polling place → mnvotes.gov/pollfinder

Tomorrow, Republicans will match their own record for the longest government shutdown in American history: 35 days. And yet, they still refuse to negotiate with Democrats to end the health care and hunger crises they created. Speaker Johnson, Bring Congress back to Washington!

I'm at Hallie Q. Brown Community Center in Saint Paul this morning with Attorney General Keith Ellison @ag.state.mn.us to highlight the importance of SNAP nutrition assistance for Minnesotans. Tune in to listen to our conversation!

My office will host neighborhood hours on Tuesday, November 4th at Stillwater City Hall from 10:00 AM until noon. My staff will be available to help you address any issue you may face in dealing with a federal agency. Learn more: mccollum.house.gov/contact/neig...

Local elections are less than 48 hours away! Democracy works best when everyone’s voice is heard. No matter where you live or who you support, be sure to go out and vote. Find your polling location at mnvotes.gov.

I'm proud to join Indigenous communities across the United States in celebrating Native American Heritage Month. Throughout my time in Congress, I've been honored to stand with tribal leaders to ensure the U.S. upholds its treaties and responsibilities.

Saint Paul Parks and Recreation is looking for a new name for the upcoming 5-acre park planned at the Heights. Now through November 15th, community members can submit their creative suggestions. Read more below! www.twincities.com/2025/10/28/s...

Today I join Minnesotans in celebrating Día de Muertos — a time to honor and celebrate the lives and legacies of departed loved ones. To those celebrating in Minnesota and across the world, may the warm memories of family and friends bring you comfort and peace.

Scam Alert! Beware of a scam text message stating your SNAP EBT card has been locked. This is a phishing scam. Do not call or open any links. Contact your local SNAP office to confirm. Find your local office at fns.usda.gov/snap/state-directory.

The Minnesota Humanities Center will host a commemoration marking the 50th anniversary of the end of Vietnam War this weekend at Union Depot in Saint Paul.

A major win for Americans — but it shouldn't have taken a court order to ensure that the White House spends congressionally-appropriated funds to ensure Americans don't go hungry.

Happy Halloween! Wishing all Minnesotans a safe and spooky day full of treats and good times with family, friends, and neighbors.

I commend the 86 Minnesota Legislators who are calling on President Trump to allow vital SNAP food assistance to continue for thousands of Minnesotans. Congress already provided contingency funds for this situation, but President Trump has ordered USDA not to use it.

Good luck to our East Metro high school girls soccer teams in their state championship games this week! Finals take place Friday at U.S. Bank Stadium. Stillwater faces defending champion Wayzata at 8 am, and Mahtomedi faces Blake at 12:30.

President Trump is choosing to allow Americans to go hungry on November 1st. It's a crime!

While Donald Trump sends $40 billion to Argentina to bail out his authoritarian buddy Javier Milei, low-income Americans are scrambling to put food on the table as SNAP benefits expire. @USDA has $5 billion available to keep SNAP going, but Trump is leaving needy families behind.

While President Trump travels abroad during his government shutdown, I'm here at the Department of Agriculture today to highlight the damage he will cause for 42 million Americans when he shuts off SNAP funding on November 1st.

On National First Responders Day, I join Minnesotans in thanking the firefighters, emergency medical responders, police officers, and all first responders who keep our communities safe.

Trump claims the SNAP well is dry. In reality, he's turned off the tap.

While Americans struggle to afford their health care, private jet sales have soared in 2025. Why? @bloomberg.com: "Because of the tax break permanently expanded in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The provision allows people with businesses to fully write off private jets."

The Twin Cities Jewish Film Festival returns this week, showcasing 47 films across multiple locations across the Twin Cities, running through October 23rds to November 2nd. Learn more about screenings and showtimes below. www.twincities.com/2025/10/22/a...

While Halloween is frightfully looming around the corner, here are some family-friendly activities happening across the Twin Cities. Whether it's costume parties, face painting, or trick-or-treating, there’s good fun for all ages. Read more here: www.twincities.com/2025/10/19/h...

Highway closure alert! I-94 westbound will be closed Friday 10 P.M. – Monday 5 A.M. between I-35E and Dale Street. I- 94 Eastbound will be closed from Hwy 280 to University Ave E. www.twincities.com/2025/10/22/s...

Congratulations to North St. Paul native Louie Varland on getting to the World Series with the Toronto Blue Jays. Wishing you luck as you make North St. Paul and Minnesota proud. kstp.com/minnesota-sp...

Trump promised during the election: “STARTING ON DAY ONE, WE WILL END INFLATION AND MAKE AMERICA AFFORDABLE AGAIN, TO BRING DOWN THE PRICES OF ALL GOODS.” Trump breaking his promise in the White House:

"If the West Wing is the mind of the nation, then the East Wing is the heart". — Former First Lady Betty Ford

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I am LIVE for a virtual town hall to discuss the Republican government shutdown and health care crisis. Join me on YouTube!

I will host a virtual town hall this morning to provide an update on the government shutdown, discuss the Republican healthcare crisis, and answer questions from constituents. Tune in at 10 AM at youtube.com/@bmccollum04.

Republicans refuse to extend Affordable Care Act tax Credits that help Minnesotans afford their health care. If Republicans can afford to give permanent tax breaks to millionaires, billionaires, and large corporations, then we can afford to help Americans access health care.

Trump and Republicans found plenty of time and money to extend every single tax break for millionaires, billionaires, and large corporations. But when it came to finding the money to protect your health care, Republicans were nowhere to be seen.

MNsure open enrollment starts November 1st, but you can begin to shop early today. Due to Republicans’ failure to renew ACA tax credits, prices are soaring this year. Comparing plans and costs now can help you choose the best option for you. compare.mnsure.org/prescreener/

President Trump nominated Paul Ingrassia to lead the Office of Special Counsel — an independent federal watchdog that fights corruption, protects whistleblowers from discrimination, and enforces the Hatch Act. The President must withdraw his nomination immediately.

Washington Republicans would have you believe that a temporary extension of Obamacare tax credits is just too expensive — but those same Republicans permanently extended enormous tax cuts for billionaires and giant corporations just three months ago.

Every additional day that Speaker Johnson refuses to swear in Congresswoman-elect Grijalva, he continues to deny the people of Arizona their voice in Congress. It's taxation without representation, plain and simple. It’s time to swear her in immediately!

Congressional Republicans spent the summer stripping away Americans' health care to give permanent tax cuts to billionaires and corporations. They've spent the fall hiding the Epstein Files, shutting the government, and spiking health care costs. Promises made, promises broken.