U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal, who serves Washington’s 7th district in Congress, posted a series of messages on February 18, 2026, addressing topics ranging from religious observance to social justice and immigration enforcement.
In her first post at 20:00 UTC, Jayapal extended greetings for the Islamic holy month of Ramadan: “For millions of Muslims around the world, the holy month of Ramadan is the most sacred and joyous time of the year — a time of fasting, prayer, reflection, compassion, and gratitude. Ramadan Mubarak! Wishing joy, peace, and justice to all who celebrate.”
Later that evening at 21:31 UTC, she recognized civil rights leader Jesse Jackson’s contributions: “Jesse Jackson was an essential leader in the movement and coalition-building for social and economic justice. He laid the path for many of the elected officials who followed.”
At 23:02 UTC on the same day, Jayapal commented on U.S. immigration enforcement agencies: “ICE and CBP have not always existed. They should not exist today.”
Pramila Jayapal has represented Washington’s 7th District in Congress since 2017 after succeeding Jim McDermott. Before her tenure in Congress, she served in the Washington State Senate from 2014 to 2016. Born in Chennai (formerly Madras State) in India in 1965, Jayapal currently resides in Seattle. She holds degrees from Georgetown University (BA) and Northwestern University.
