Montgomery News

Rep. Jamie Raskin, a member of the U.S. Congress representing Maryland's 8th district, shared his views on recent political developments through a series of tweets. His statements focused on concerns regarding the actions of former President Donald Trump and entrepreneur Elon Musk, as well as their potential impact on American democracy and governmental systems.

On February 5, 2025, Rep. Raskin expressed apprehension about the status of USAID, stating that it was established by President Kennedy and Congress and could only be dissolved by legislative action signed into law by Trump. He questioned whether "Trump [is] allowing his pet dictator Elon Musk to supplant him and destroy the American constitutional system." The full tweet can be accessed here.

Later that day, Rep. Raskin criticized what he described as "Trump and Musk’s attacks on the civil service," which include sectors such as air traffic control and food inspection. He suggested these actions aim to undermine Congressional authority, equating it with public power. He framed the situation as a critical choice between democracy and autocracy, urging citizens not to abandon democratic principles. This statement is available here.

In another tweet posted on February 5, 2025, Rep. Raskin addressed concerns over a wealthy government contractor oligarch—whom Steve Bannon allegedly referred to as a "truly evil person"—seeking control over Social Security checks, veterans' benefits, and federal contractor payments. The complete message can be viewed here.