Merrimack Valley News

Lori Trahan, a member of the U.S. Congress representing Massachusetts’ 3rd district, shared insights from her recent engagements and initiatives on March 4, 2025. Her tweets focused on recognizing firefighters' bravery, bridging the digital divide, and a personal encounter with a constituent facing healthcare challenges.

On March 4, Trahan acknowledged the dedication of firefighters in her district and beyond. She expressed gratitude for their courage by stating "In communities across #MA3, the Commonwealth and the country, firefighters courageously risk their lives everyday to safeguard our well-being. This morning, I had the privilege of meeting with Massachusetts members of @IAFFofficial to thank them for their service and discuss how..."

Later that day, she emphasized efforts to improve broadband access nationwide. In her tweet posted at 19:25 UTC, she noted "Bridging the digital divide by expanding access to broadband will open doors to job opportunities, education, tele-health services, and so much more for hardworking families across America. Today, I spoke about the work my colleagues and I have accomplished to accelerate..."

Trahan also shared a poignant story from her recent Telephone Town Hall at 20:30 UTC. She recounted meeting Ayesha who shared her struggles as a single mother relying on Medicaid for her daughter's healthcare needs: "I had the honor of meeting Ayesha during my most recent Telephone Town Hall. While sitting at the dinner table with her kids, she bravely opened up about her experience of being a single mother whose daughter is battling a disease and depends on health coverage through Medicaid..."