Detroit City Wire

Rashida Tlaib, Congresswoman representing Michigan's 12th District, expressed her views on recent political developments through a series of tweets on April 28 and 29, 2025. Tlaib, who has been serving in the U.S. Congress since 2019 and previously served in the Michigan House of Representatives, addressed the challenges posed by the Trump Administration and reiterated her commitment to economic justice and public transit access.

On April 28, 2025, Tlaib shared her latest op-ed with her followers. Her tweet directed readers to explore more about her views through a linked article.

In another tweet on the same day, Tlaib addressed actions taken by the Department of Transportation under former President Trump. She said, "With Trump’s Department of Transportation now threatening to illegally cut off funding to states who refuse to comply with his outrageous policies, it’s more important than ever that we protect access to public transit as we fight for economic justice."

On April 29, 2025, Tlaib recounted the community turnout at a Town Hall event in Southfield, where attendees expressed concerns regarding the Trump Administration's policies. She noted, "Our community showed up to our Town Hall in Southfield ready to fight back against the Trump Administration’s cruel and lawless actions. Our neighbors are tired of billionaires and corporations getting handouts while working people get left behind. I am with you in this fight."

Rashida Tlaib, born in Detroit, Michigan in 1976, graduated from Wayne State University in 1998 and earned her JD from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in 2004. Her commitment to her constituents remains a key focus, as she advocates for policies that benefit working people over the interests of billionaires and corporations.