Grand Rapids Reporter

Congresswoman Hillary Scholten, representing Michigan's 3rd district since 2023, has recently shared her perspectives on various issues through a series of tweets. Scholten, who succeeded Peter Meijer, expressed her concerns about the current political climate and addressed specific actions taken by political figures.

On February 14, 2025, Scholten tweeted about her collaboration with colleagues from the Democratic Women's Caucus. She emphasized their collective effort to hold the House GOP majority accountable for not addressing attacks on systems crucial to American well-being. "Together, with @DemWomenCaucus colleagues, I’m working to hold the @HouseGOP majority accountable for sitting idly by while the leader of their party continues to attack the very systems that keep Americans happy and healthy."

Later that day, Scholten criticized a proposal affecting federal employees. In her tweet at 21:10 UTC, she condemned plans to purge over 100,000 federal workers, including more than 1,000 Department of Veterans Affairs employees. She described this action as neglectful towards veterans who deserve quality care rather than increased wait times and understaffed facilities. "Purging over 100,000 federal employees — including more than 1,000 @DeptVetAffairs workers — is a complete abandonment of those who fought for our freedom."

Concluding her day's messages on a lighter note at 23:57 UTC, Scholten extended Valentine's Day greetings and gratitude to West Michiganders who participated in sending valentines to veterans. She appreciated the community's efforts in recognizing these heroes' contributions. "Happy Valentine’s Day! Thank you to every West Michigander who sent Team Scholten a Valentine for a Veteran."