Montgomery News

Jamie Raskin, a member of the U.S. Congress representing Maryland's 8th district since 2017, has recently shared his perspectives on current political matters through social media. Raskin, who succeeded Chris Van Hollen and previously served in the Maryland Senate from 2007 to 2016, expressed concerns about legislative decisions and celebrated national holidays.

On July 3, 2025, Raskin remarked on Republican actions regarding healthcare policy: "Even Republicans in Congress are pointing out Trump doesn't seem to realize the bill slashes hundreds of billions of dollars from Medicaid which he says is a taboo. Why are they doing this? No one can say." This statement highlights bipartisan acknowledgment of the significant financial cuts proposed in Medicaid under former President Trump's influence.

The following day, July 4, 2025, Raskin commemorated Independence Day by quoting a historic figure: "Tom Paine: in monarchies the king is the law, but in the free societies the law is king." He extended wishes for a "free Fourth of July," underscoring the ongoing struggle for a "more perfect union."

Also on July 4, Raskin acknowledged contributions by activists Ezra Levin and Leah Greenberg: "Ezra Levin and Leah Greenberg have built a nationwide pro-democracy movement with their huge and nimble group Indivisible, which led the No Kings Day protests across America. Today, we honor our Fourth of July Local Heroes straight from #MD08" The tweet celebrates their leadership in fostering democratic engagement through Indivisible.

Born in Washington D.C., Jamie Raskin holds degrees from Harvard University and resides in Takoma Park.