Monroe NY News

Joseph Morelle, a current member of the U.S. Congress representing New York's 25th district, known for replacing Louise Slaughter in 2018, recently addressed several political issues through a series of tweets made on April 7, 2025. His focus ranged from voting rights to public health concerns and challenges facing reproductive rights in the United States.

In a tweet posted on April 7, 2025, Joe Morelle announced his upcoming participation in a live discussion on Zerlina Mornings via SiriusXM Progress, highlighting his commitment to the "fight to protect voting rights for all Americans." The tweet encouraged followers to tune in for this important conversation. "In about 30 minutes, I’ll be joining @ZerlinaMornings live on SiriusXM Progress to discuss the fight to protect voting rights for all Americans. Tune in!"

Addressing public health on World Health Day in another tweet on the same day, Morelle criticized actions taken by former President Trump, stating, "On World Health Day, we’re reminded that access to care is a lifeline. Yet Trump is cutting the very health services our communities rely on." He emphasized the need to protect and restore essential health systems for community safety. "On World Health Day, we’re reminded that access to care is a lifeline. Yet Trump is cutting the very health services our communities rely on. We must protect and restore the systems that keep people safe."

Later in the day, Morelle expressed his concern regarding cuts to Planned Parenthood, describing them as an "attack on reproductive rights" and urged for the immediate restoration of services that he described as lifesaving for communities. Morelle’s call to action reflects his drive to maintain these critical services. "Trump’s cuts to Planned Parenthood are a direct attack on reproductive rights. We’re calling for the immediate restoration of these lifesaving resources—our communities can’t afford to lose them."