Maryland State Wire

Steny Hoyer, a longstanding member of the U.S. Congress representing Maryland's 5th district, shared his thoughts on several pressing issues through a series of tweets on March 7, 2025. His statements touched upon significant historical events, international conflicts, and domestic legislative powers.

On March 7, 2025, Hoyer commemorated the historic civil rights march from Selma to Montgomery in Alabama. He reflected on the courage of activists like John Lewis who sought voting rights amidst violence: "60 years ago today, civil rights activists - including my dear friend and brother John Lewis - set out from Selma, Alabama in pursuit of the right to vote and were met with violence and brutality."

In another tweet posted later that day, Hoyer addressed the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. He emphasized Ukraine's desire for peace without succumbing to Russian demands: "Russia started this war. Ukraine wants to end it but knows that real peace does not involve a craven capitulation to Vladimir Putin. The U.S. must not betray our courageous ally."

Finally, Hoyer highlighted the role of Congress in fiscal governance. He urged his colleagues not to support efforts by the Trump Administration that could undermine federal investments in critical sectors: "Make no mistake: Congress has the power of the purse. The laws passed by Congress require that we invest federal funds in health care, education, & the communities of hardworking Americans. I urge my colleagues not to aid the Trump Administration's effort to leave our..."