Joseph Morelle, a U.S. Congressman representing New York’s 25th district since 2018, has expressed his concerns through a series of tweets about recent actions by President Trump. Morelle, who succeeded Louise Slaughter and previously served in the New York State Assembly from 1991 to 2018, uses his platform to address significant political issues.
On February 16, 2025, Morelle criticized President Trump for allegedly overstepping executive power. He stated: “President Trump has repeatedly overstepped executive power in a manner that I believe is both illegal and unconstitutional.” He also mentioned his active support for legal challenges and legislative solutions aimed at restoring stability.
In another tweet on February 17, 2025, Morelle referenced President Washington’s Farewell Address to emphasize the importance of genuine patriotism. He tweeted: “In his Farewell Address, President Washington cautioned us about ‘pretended patriotism’—a warning that’s just as urgent today as it was in 1796.” This message coincided with Presidents’ Day celebrations.
On February 18, 2025, Morelle voiced concern over the potential shutdown of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) by President Trump. He remarked: “The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is a critical resource…President Trump is shutting it down so he can help Elon Musk, billionaires, and big banks instead of…” highlighting its importance in protecting consumers against financial scams.
