Congressman Donald Norcross, representing New Jersey’s 1st district since 2014, has been vocal on social media about recent political developments. On June 12, 2025, he expressed concerns over actions taken by former President Trump and House Republicans through a series of tweets.
In a tweet posted at 20:01 UTC, Norcross questioned the intentions behind Trump’s actions against Congress members. He stated, “First, Trump came after Congresswoman McIver, now he’s going after Senator Padilla. What’s next? Sending U.S. marines to the floor of Congress?” This comment reflects his apprehension about escalating political tensions.
Later that day at 20:31 UTC, Norcross criticized proposed budget cuts affecting international aid programs. He remarked on the potential impact of these cuts in a tweet: “It’s heartbreaking that Trump and House Republicans want to cut funding for a program that feeds starving kids in Africa.” He emphasized the universal right of children to have access to food regardless of their birthplace.
In another tweet posted simultaneously at 20:31 UTC, Norcross addressed national security concerns related to budget reductions. He commented on the importance of maintaining monitoring programs for nuclear and chemical weapons in Iran by stating, “Trump and House Republicans claim to care about national security yet they want to cut a program that monitors nuclear and chemical weapons in Iran.” His statement highlights his stance on prioritizing safety over fiscal adjustments.
Donald Norcross was born in Camden, New Jersey in 1958 and continues to reside there. Prior to his tenure in Congress beginning in 2014, he served in both the New Jersey General Assembly and Senate from 2010 until taking federal office.
