Joe Morelle, a U.S. Congressman representing New York’s 25th district, has voiced his concerns on social media regarding recent policy decisions by President Trump. Morelle’s tweets focus on the impact of these policies on community services and economic conditions.
On March 21, 2025, Morelle highlighted the risk to HUD-funded work provided by organizations like VOAUPNY due to proposed budget cuts by President Trump. He stated that “.@voaupny is a lifeline for so many across our community—but as President Trump targets critical programs for devastating cuts, their HUD-funded work is at risk.” Morelle emphasized the need to protect vulnerable communities rather than balancing budgets at their expense.
Later that day, he commented on President Trump’s stance on Social Security benefits. In response to Trump’s claim that “It’s all a scam, the whole thing is a scam,” Morelle criticized this view as an attempt to justify benefit cuts that would affect millions who have contributed to the program over their careers.
In another tweet posted in the evening of March 21, 2025, Morelle addressed economic concerns related to President Trump’s promises and actions. He pointed out inconsistencies between Trump’s claims of lowering costs and the current economic trajectory toward recession. According to Morelle, “President Trump claimed he would lower costs on day one—something our communities desperately need.” He questioned how a potential recession could be seen positively when it adversely affects everyday families financially.
