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Veronica Escobar

@veronicaescobartx.bsky.social

Congresswoman for El Paso, TX-16

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Trump's EPA will no longer consider "lives saved" when setting rules on pollution.
In a reversal, the agency will stop considering lives saved when setting pollution limits and instead calculate only
the cost to businesses.

News Trump's EPA will no longer consider "lives saved" when setting rules on pollution. In a reversal, the agency will stop considering lives saved when setting pollution limits and instead calculate only the cost to businesses.

13.01.2026 17:45 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
"RELAX."
MIKE JOHNSON WHEN ASKED IF REPUBLICANS ARE DOING ENOUGH TO ADDRESS RISING COSTS

"RELAX." MIKE JOHNSON WHEN ASKED IF REPUBLICANS ARE DOING ENOUGH TO ADDRESS RISING COSTS

Americans are choosing between groceries and medicine and the best policy Republicans can come up with is β€œrelax.”

12.01.2026 22:16 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 1
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House Democrats just passed a bipartisan bill to restore ACA tax credits that Republicans let expire.

That translates to lower premiums, more people covered, and fewer families forced to choose between healthcare and groceries.

08.01.2026 22:32 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Every country Trump has threatened after capture of Venezuelan president Maduro
United States

Every country Trump has threatened after capture of Venezuelan president Maduro United States

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β€œPeace president”

05.01.2026 19:35 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Today's Supreme Court decision is deeply disappointing, handing a disturbing victory to Donald Trump and Texas Republicans who would rather rig our democracy than compete in it.
Despite a federal court finding that Texas' mid-decade redistricting efforts relied on unconstitutional racial gerrymandering, the Supreme Court chose to silence communities of color that fought for generations to be heard, all so Donald Trump can protect his
House Majority.

Today's Supreme Court decision is deeply disappointing, handing a disturbing victory to Donald Trump and Texas Republicans who would rather rig our democracy than compete in it. Despite a federal court finding that Texas' mid-decade redistricting efforts relied on unconstitutional racial gerrymandering, the Supreme Court chose to silence communities of color that fought for generations to be heard, all so Donald Trump can protect his House Majority.

This is not about representation. It is about power. And it's about a Republican Party that is so afraid of a real, functioning democracy, that it is choosing to dismantle it piece by piece.
Despite today's outcome, I want Texans to know that their voices matter. But this means we have to work harder than ever to give power back to the people. Generations before us fought for what Republicans are now taking away, and we must follow in the freedom fighters' trailblazing footsteps - organizing all the way to the ballot box to achieve the fair representation that every Texan deserves.

This is not about representation. It is about power. And it's about a Republican Party that is so afraid of a real, functioning democracy, that it is choosing to dismantle it piece by piece. Despite today's outcome, I want Texans to know that their voices matter. But this means we have to work harder than ever to give power back to the people. Generations before us fought for what Republicans are now taking away, and we must follow in the freedom fighters' trailblazing footsteps - organizing all the way to the ballot box to achieve the fair representation that every Texan deserves.

Texas, your voice matters now more than ever.

My full statement on the Supreme Court ruling in favor of the GOP’s racially gerrymandered Congressional maps⬇️

04.12.2025 23:43 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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The power of the people is stronger than the power of their hateπŸ’ͺ🏽

#NoKings

18.10.2025 20:56 β€” πŸ‘ 23    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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See you tomorrow at 11am, El Paso, when we proudly declare #NoKings

17.10.2025 20:31 β€” πŸ‘ 15    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Team Veronica wrote thisπŸ₯°

We like celebrating our bossπŸ₯³

15.09.2025 20:49 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
The Congresswoman phone banks in Georgia during the 2024 election.

The Congresswoman phone banks in Georgia during the 2024 election.

Sending the biggest 🎊HAPPY BIRTHDAY🎊 to our Congresswoman!

This #915day, join us is wishing Veronica another wonderful year of working hard for the peopleπŸ’ͺ🏽

15.09.2025 18:29 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
The Trump administration has canceled the Biden era rule where airlines would have to compensate passengers for flight disruptions.

The Trump administration has canceled the Biden era rule where airlines would have to compensate passengers for flight disruptions.

God forbid multibillion dollar companies be held accountable to their customers.

05.09.2025 17:06 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
NEW ANALYSIS FINDS TRUMP FAMILY HAS RAKED IN $3.4 BILLION OFF THE PRESIDENCY
America's first family is conducting its grift in full view of the public, but the profits remain a guessing game

NEW ANALYSIS FINDS TRUMP FAMILY HAS RAKED IN $3.4 BILLION OFF THE PRESIDENCY America's first family is conducting its grift in full view of the public, but the profits remain a guessing game

"Even before Donald Trump officially began his second term in office, his family businesses were beginning the race to milk the presidency for every cent they could. Now, a new analysis from The New Yorker has put a potential dollar figure on how much Trump's crypto ventures, real estate deals, licensing agreements, and other grifts have netted America's first family over the course of Trump's time in politics:
a staggering $3.4 billion."

"Even before Donald Trump officially began his second term in office, his family businesses were beginning the race to milk the presidency for every cent they could. Now, a new analysis from The New Yorker has put a potential dollar figure on how much Trump's crypto ventures, real estate deals, licensing agreements, and other grifts have netted America's first family over the course of Trump's time in politics: a staggering $3.4 billion."

04.09.2025 18:09 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Donald Trump knows how harmful his 'One, Big, Beautiful Bill' is to millions of working Americans. Voters are angry that Congressional Republicans cut their healthcare to enrich millionaires, so instead of facing the consequences, Trump is trying to rig the next election. And rather than protecting Texans, Greg Abbott is giving Trump whatever he wants -including five more Republican seats in Texas to make up for electoral losses elsewhere. Make no mistake: Republicans are doing everything they can to avoid accountability for the harm they cause.

I’m deeply grateful to the El Pasoans who spoke out, testified, and voiced their strong opposition to the original El Paso map, including veterans, members of City Council and Commissioners Court, and the Greater El Paso Chamber of Commerce. I especially thank County Judge Ricardo Samaniego, who flew to Austin to be our voice before the redistricting committee.

Although the newly gerrymandered map has now passed the Texas Legislature and been signed by the Governor, this fight isn’t over. Democrats will sue, and the courts will have the final say. I’ll reserve my full remarks for the conclusion of this Trump-driven process.

Donald Trump knows how harmful his 'One, Big, Beautiful Bill' is to millions of working Americans. Voters are angry that Congressional Republicans cut their healthcare to enrich millionaires, so instead of facing the consequences, Trump is trying to rig the next election. And rather than protecting Texans, Greg Abbott is giving Trump whatever he wants -including five more Republican seats in Texas to make up for electoral losses elsewhere. Make no mistake: Republicans are doing everything they can to avoid accountability for the harm they cause. I’m deeply grateful to the El Pasoans who spoke out, testified, and voiced their strong opposition to the original El Paso map, including veterans, members of City Council and Commissioners Court, and the Greater El Paso Chamber of Commerce. I especially thank County Judge Ricardo Samaniego, who flew to Austin to be our voice before the redistricting committee. Although the newly gerrymandered map has now passed the Texas Legislature and been signed by the Governor, this fight isn’t over. Democrats will sue, and the courts will have the final say. I’ll reserve my full remarks for the conclusion of this Trump-driven process.

29.08.2025 20:07 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I sure have!!

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26.08.2025 17:00 β€” πŸ‘ 13    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 0

I was out with my community!

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26.08.2025 16:59 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I’ll always stand with my community!

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26.08.2025 16:59 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Crowd packs Elmont Event Center for rally with O’Rourke, Escobar, Crockett, Castro Supporters gathered in El Paso for a rally with Beto O’Rourke, U.S. Reps. Veronica Escobar, Jasmine Crockett and Joaquin Castro.

www.elpasotimes.com/picture-gall...

26.08.2025 16:56 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Crowd packs Elmont Event Center for rally with O’Rourke, Escobar, Crockett, Castro Supporters gathered in El Paso for a rally with Beto O’Rourke, U.S. Reps. Veronica Escobar, Jasmine Crockett and Joaquin Castro.

I know a lot of people are mad at this answer, and I definitely should have been more clear, but my promise to you is I will always be marching in the streets with you and I will continue to organize my own rallies and protests in my district!

www.elpasotimes.com/picture-gall...

26.08.2025 13:18 β€” πŸ‘ 39    πŸ” 6    πŸ’¬ 11    πŸ“Œ 7
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🚨There’s still time to speak out against the racist power grab that is Texas redistricting🚨

The current map moves representation for Fort Bliss, the airport, the new VA Health Center, and so much more over 500 MILES AWAY! Our community deserves better.

31.07.2025 00:07 β€” πŸ‘ 19    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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The fight for fair maps is happening RIGHT NOW!

Please get involved, and make your voice heard! You can find all the details here: www.elpasotimes.com/story/news/p...

24.07.2025 15:58 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨ACTION ALERT🚨

The Select Committee on Redistricting will hear public testimony on the plans to revise Congressional maps on TOMORROW at 1pm.

EL PASO CANNOT BE SILENT! Submit your testimony to make your voice heard: comments.house.texas.gov

23.07.2025 19:55 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨CALLS ARE WORKING🚨

Democrats are holding up the floor to give YOU more time to make noise! Republicans need to feel more pressure from their constituents than they feel from Trump! We can do this!

Call now! (202)224-3121

02.07.2025 16:28 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨🚨It’s go time! 🚨🚨

We have until 9am ET to stop Republicans’ horrible bill. Don’t stop calling your representatives! Get your friends and family to call! Let Republicans know how much harm this will cause our communities!

Don’t know your Rep’s number? Call (202)224-3121 to be connected!

01.07.2025 23:31 β€” πŸ‘ 16    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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No thrones. No crowns. No kings.

14.06.2025 22:10 β€” πŸ‘ 16    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 4
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This seems like a winning strategy & excellent use of the president’s time: attack… Bruce Springsteen and Taylor Swift?

16.05.2025 14:39 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
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The House Republicans' Budget Bill Guts Basic Needs Programs for the Most Vulnerable Americans to Give Tax Breaks to the Rich The House Republican budget plan would eviscerate Medicaid and food assistance and shift resources toward the wealthiest Americans.

β€œIf enacted, this would be the largest transfer of wealth from the poor to the rich in a single law in U.S. history.”

www.americanprogress.org/article/the-...

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What an unbelievable interaction.

02.05.2025 22:31 β€” πŸ‘ 321    πŸ” 48    πŸ’¬ 13    πŸ“Œ 2

In the first 100 days since Trump took office, prices have skyrocketed, the stock market has tanked, and America is more isolated and vulnerable than ever before.

So what exactly have House Republicans been doing to help? Let’s take a look 🧡

29.04.2025 14:12 β€” πŸ‘ 73    πŸ” 21    πŸ’¬ 5    πŸ“Œ 4

Wishing you all a joyous, safe, and comforting Easter today. πŸ’•

20.04.2025 16:54 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0