The nonpartisan civil servants who make up our federal workforce play a critical role in carrying out the laws passed by Congress and serving the public. As a member of the Federal Workforce Caucus, I was pleased to meet with members of AFGE Local 3631 for a productive discussion about the challenges facing federal workers in the wake of the Trump administration’s cancellation of their union contracts, and re-emerging threats to environmental protection.

I was happy to check in with the Rotary Club of Broomall for a conversation on issues affecting our region. We had the chance to discuss the funding we’ve secured for economic development at PhilaPort and the Philadelphia Shipyard, the ongoing challenges facing the Chinook program in Ridley Park under the current administration, and the robust security measures that protect our elections in Pennsylvania.

Wallet feeling lighter? It’s not your imagination. Since Trump took office, the average household in PA-05 has paid an additional $1,459 on housing costs.

Research done by the PA Horticulture Society has shown that green spaces promote community well-being and reduce crime and violence in urban settings. I'm so excited to see PHS’ successful vacant land project expanding to Chester with support from Chester Mayor Stefan Roots, Delco DA Tanner Rouse, and community project funding secured by my office.

A very good morning from a local coffee shop! Today is the last day to register to vote! Visit vote.pa.gov to find out more information.

Your vote is your voice, and our democratic process only works if you participate. Every American should be able to exercise their right to vote without intimidation, and state and local election officials should be able to run elections without federal interference. Yesterday, I hosted a voting rights town hall at Villanova University. My team and I had the opportunity to hear directly from constituents and discuss a range of questions about voting rights as we approach the upcoming midterm elections.

When the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 came before the Rules Committee, I offered Rep. Meeks’s amendment to block President Trump from waiving Russian sanctions. My Republican colleagues voted against it. On Friday, President Trump did exactly that: issuing an EO that exempts Russia from the new sanctions passed by Congress last month, a dangerous decision that puts our allies at risk.

Big thank you to Rich Lazer and the @PhilaPort team for giving me a tour of projects and facilities along the Delaware River — from Tioga Terminal down to the new Cruise Terminal. Great to see so much progress happening already under his leadership as Executive Director! The Cruise Terminal alone is expected to create over 2,000 new jobs and generate an additional $300 million in economic output for our community.

Need help finding your ballot drop box? Head over to vote.pa.gov to find it!

Thrilled to celebrate the reopening of Sellers Ave Bridge today under bright blue October skies. The bridge is a critical connector between Ridley Park’s southern business district and the northern municipal facilities, and it's been a real hardship for the local community and small businesses while it's been closed due to serious structural failures. Today's ribbon-cutting was a real testament to the power of cooperation and determination among our federal, state, and local partners. Congratulations, Ridley Park!