Merrimack Valley News

Lori Trahan, serving as the U.S. Congress representative for Massachusetts’ 3rd District, often uses her social media platform to address a range of significant issues. Trahan succeeded Niki Tsongas in 2019 and carries forward her legislative responsibilities while raising several pressing concerns affecting her constituents and the wider public.

On April 11, 2025, Trahan addressed potential legal violations by Elon Musk's staff, emphasizing the importance of accountability. She stated, "It’s as simple as this: If Elon Musk’s staff broke federal law, they must be held accountable." Trahan insisted on equality before the law in concerns of privacy violations.

In another post on the same day, Trahan highlighted a legislative decision impacting many women in Massachusetts. She remarked on the House Republicans' vote on the SAVE Act, noting that "Nearly 1.5 MILLION women in Massachusetts have a name that does not match their birth certificate. Yesterday, House Republicans voted to disenfranchise them by passing the SAVE Act." The bill's potential repercussions for married women who have changed their last names were a focal point of her message.

Later that day, Trahan criticized the inaction following Elon Musk's decision to block a bipartisan legislative package that supported children's cancer research. Trahan expressed disappointment that "not a single Republican spoke up" when the package was halted, underscoring it as a neglect of responsibility towards the children depending on legislative action.

Lori Trahan's official profile on the U.S. House of Representatives website provides more information about her work and contributions as a congressperson.