U.S. Rep. Deborah Ross 2nd District of North Carolina | Official U.S. House headshot
U.S. Rep. Deborah Ross 2nd District of North Carolina | Official U.S. House headshot
Congresswoman Deborah Ross, representing North Carolina's 2nd district, has been vocal on social media about several pressing issues. Her recent tweets highlight her stance on women's rights, energy costs, and funding for research.
On February 8, 2025, Ross expressed concern over the current administration's policies regarding women and families. She stated: "The President and his billionaire friends do not care about women or families. They will try to pull our country backwards." She emphasized that the Democratic Women's Caucus is prepared to counter these efforts.
The following day, February 9, 2025, she addressed energy concerns in North Carolina. Ross tweeted: "I know North Carolinians are concerned about the high cost of energy and transitioning to a clean energy economy." She also mentioned her role as Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Energy with pride.
On February 10, 2025, Ross criticized decisions made by Donald Trump and Elon Musk concerning funding for the Research Triangle. In her tweet she remarked: "Trump and Musk's decision to halt vital funding for the Research Triangle is bad for Wake County and bad for America." She stressed the importance of supporting researchers and universities instead of limiting their potential.