Congressman Donald Norcross, representing New Jersey’s 1st district since 2014, shared his thoughts on several significant issues via social media on May 21, 2025. His statements covered topics from the passing of a fellow congressman to historical milestones and contemporary policy critiques.
In a post made at 17:28 UTC, Congressman Norcross addressed the passing of Congressman Gerry Connolly. He provided a link for further details: “My statement on the passing of Congressman Gerry Connolly”.
Later that day, at 18:45 UTC, Norcross criticized recent fiscal policies. He expressed concerns over healthcare and food assistance cuts as confirmed by a bipartisan budget office report. According to his post: “The bipartisan budget office just confirmed it: the Republican tax scam cuts healthcare and food assistance for millions of working families and seniors to foot the bill for billionaire tax handouts.”
At 20:22 UTC, Norcross commemorated an important historical event regarding women’s rights in America. He highlighted the passage of the 19th Amendment in 1919 and recognized South Jersey’s Alice Paul for her leadership role in this achievement. In his words: “On this day in 1919, the House passed the 19th Amendment, securing women’s right to vote.”
Congressman Donald Norcross has been active in U.S. politics since replacing Rob Andrews in Congress in 2014 after serving in both New Jersey’s General Assembly and Senate. Born in Camden, New Jersey, he continues to reside there today.
