U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal used her social media platform on February 25, 2026, to highlight her participation in the People’s State of the Union event and to express criticism of former President Donald Trump.
In a post at 01:50 UTC, Jayapal wrote, “Tonight, I’m speaking at the People’s State of the Union to shine a light on what is really happening in this country. Watch LIVE: https://t.co/cBadzNmyXd”.
Later that evening, she shared an update about her presence at the event alongside Lauren Hersh, co-director of World Without Exploitation. At 03:22 UTC, Jayapal posted, “I am at the People’s State of the Union with Lauren Hersh, the co-director of World Without Exploitation. We are here to continue to DEMAND the full release of the files, and accountability and justice for all survivors. https://t.co/tYapgshdT2”.
Addressing her decision not to attend former President Trump’s address that same night, Jayapal stated at 03:59 UTC, “Instead of sitting and listening to Trump’s lies, I spoke at the People’s State of the Union. We won’t stand by and accept Trump’s attacks on our communities, our neighbors, and our democracy. https://t.co/nYdufKQr4M”.
Pramila Jayapal has represented Washington’s 7th district in Congress since 2017 after serving in the Washington State Senate from 2014 to 2016. She succeeded Jim McDermott as U.S. Representative for Washington’s 7th district in 2017 and resides in Seattle. Born in Chennai (formerly Madras), India in 1965, Jayapal holds degrees from Georgetown University (BA) and Northwestern University.
