South Raleigh News

Congresswoman Deborah Ross, representing North Carolina’s 2nd district, has been actively addressing various issues through her social media presence. Her recent tweets touch on critical subjects such as disaster recovery, immigration reform, and honoring historical figures.

On December 5, 2024, Congresswoman Ross highlighted the severe impact of Hurricane Helene on North Carolinians. She emphasized that beyond destroying homes, the hurricane "shattered lives" and noted that those who lost everything are now at risk of eviction. Ross urged for protective measures to stabilize communities and prevent further devastation. The full tweet can be accessed here.

Later on the same day, Ross addressed issues faced by Documented Dreamers in a tweet following her remarks at a House Judiciary Immigration Subcommittee hearing. She pointed out that these individuals lose their legal status upon turning 21 due to flaws in the current immigration system. She stated that losing them equates to losing valuable talents and energy. Her detailed comments are available here.

On December 6, 2024, Ross shared news about her bipartisan bill aimed at renaming a post office in Raleigh in honor of Staff Sergeant Millie Dunn Veasey. Veasey was recognized as a WWII veteran and civil rights advocate. The bill successfully passed the House, marking an effort to preserve Veasey's legacy. More details can be found here.