Seattle City Wire

Rep. Pramila Jayapal, a member of the U.S. Congress representing Washington’s 7th district since 2017, has expressed her views on various issues through a series of tweets. These posts reflect her stance on environmental policies, support for the transgender community, and concerns about political influence.

On November 21, 2024, Rep. Jayapal addressed the issue of pollution in a tweet: "Surprise, surprise (not): Big Oil and plastic companies aren’t actually working to reduce pollution. They only care about their profits, not our planet. It’s past time to crack down on polluters and put our environment first." This statement underscores her belief that certain industries prioritize profits over environmental responsibility.

Later that day, she highlighted her commitment to supporting the transgender community by commemorating Transgender Day of Remembrance with fellow Democrats. In her tweet from November 21, 2024, she stated: "Yesterday, I led 92 Democrats in commemorating Transgender Day of Remembrance. No matter the hateful legislation or the vile rhetoric that comes from the other side, I promise you: we will NEVER waver in our support of the trans community." This reflects her dedication to advocating for marginalized groups despite opposition.

On November 22, 2024, Rep. Jayapal voiced concerns about political corruption linked to campaign financing in another tweet: "We’re already seeing the enormous influence that billionaires who bankrolled the Trump campaign are going to have in his administration — it’s blatant corruption. Republicans aren’t going to work for the American people. They’re only working for themselves & their rich friends." Her comments suggest apprehension regarding potential conflicts of interest within government leadership.