Joe Morelle
@morelle.house.gov
Proud grandfather, Democrat, and Congressman representing NY25. Ranking Member Committee on House Administration, Vice Ranking Member House Appropriations Committee. Black belt. Go Cardinals.
The Trump administration is once again abandoning people in crisis.
These programs save lives. Pulling the rug out from under people struggling with addiction or mental illness is devastating and cruel. This funding must be restored immediately.
These programs save lives. Pulling the rug out from under people struggling with addiction or mental illness is devastating and cruel. This funding must be restored immediately.
Trump administration sends letter wiping out addiction, mental health grants
The Trump administration sent hundreds of letters Tuesday terminating federal grants supporting mental health and drug addiction services. The cuts could total as much as $2 billion.
www.npr.org
January 14, 2026 at 9:24 PM
The Trump administration is once again abandoning people in crisis.
These programs save lives. Pulling the rug out from under people struggling with addiction or mental illness is devastating and cruel. This funding must be restored immediately.
These programs save lives. Pulling the rug out from under people struggling with addiction or mental illness is devastating and cruel. This funding must be restored immediately.
Congratulations to the Monroe Red Jackets football team on their historic NYS Class B State Championship win.
This team showed us what is possible when talent meets determination and when hard work rises above the challenges you face.
This team showed us what is possible when talent meets determination and when hard work rises above the challenges you face.
January 14, 2026 at 6:07 PM
Congratulations to the Monroe Red Jackets football team on their historic NYS Class B State Championship win.
This team showed us what is possible when talent meets determination and when hard work rises above the challenges you face.
This team showed us what is possible when talent meets determination and when hard work rises above the challenges you face.
When career prosecutors resign rather than follow corrupt orders, that tells you all you need to know.
Renee Nicole Good's family has been through enough.
This kind of cruelty has no place in our government.
Renee Nicole Good's family has been through enough.
This kind of cruelty has no place in our government.
Six Prosecutors Quit Over Push to Investigate ICE Shooting Victim’s Widow
www.nytimes.com
January 14, 2026 at 2:52 PM
When career prosecutors resign rather than follow corrupt orders, that tells you all you need to know.
Renee Nicole Good's family has been through enough.
This kind of cruelty has no place in our government.
Renee Nicole Good's family has been through enough.
This kind of cruelty has no place in our government.
The Trump administration’s attempt to intimidate Fed Chair Jerome Powell is a blatant abuse of power and it puts real families at risk.
January 13, 2026 at 11:16 PM
The Trump administration’s attempt to intimidate Fed Chair Jerome Powell is a blatant abuse of power and it puts real families at risk.
Proud of Rochester’s own Ernie Clement as he earns a spot on Team USA for the World Baseball Classic! His hard work and hometown grit continue to inspire us all.
Excited to see him represent Rochester and the USA!
Excited to see him represent Rochester and the USA!
Blue Jays’ Clement joins Team USA for WBC
Ernie Clement is suiting up for his country. The Toronto Blue Jays utilityman is the latest player to join the United States for the World Baseball Classic.
www.tsn.ca
January 13, 2026 at 7:17 PM
Proud of Rochester’s own Ernie Clement as he earns a spot on Team USA for the World Baseball Classic! His hard work and hometown grit continue to inspire us all.
Excited to see him represent Rochester and the USA!
Excited to see him represent Rochester and the USA!
I'm committed to a total stock trading ban that will help restore faith in our government.
Members of Congress, the President, Vice President, members of the cabinet and the Supreme Court should not be allowed to trade individual stocks.
Members of Congress, the President, Vice President, members of the cabinet and the Supreme Court should not be allowed to trade individual stocks.
January 13, 2026 at 4:56 PM
I'm committed to a total stock trading ban that will help restore faith in our government.
Members of Congress, the President, Vice President, members of the cabinet and the Supreme Court should not be allowed to trade individual stocks.
Members of Congress, the President, Vice President, members of the cabinet and the Supreme Court should not be allowed to trade individual stocks.
Once again President Trump is weaponizing the DOJ to serve his own personal interests.
An independent Federal Reserve is critical to safeguarding our economy, we cannot allow Trump's corrupt abuse of power to put that at risk.
An independent Federal Reserve is critical to safeguarding our economy, we cannot allow Trump's corrupt abuse of power to put that at risk.
Fed Chair Powell says he's under criminal investigation, won't bow to Trump intimidation
President Donald Trump has criticized Federal Reserve chief Jerome Powell for not cutting interest rates as much and as quickly as the president wants.
www.cnbc.com
January 13, 2026 at 1:36 AM
Once again President Trump is weaponizing the DOJ to serve his own personal interests.
An independent Federal Reserve is critical to safeguarding our economy, we cannot allow Trump's corrupt abuse of power to put that at risk.
An independent Federal Reserve is critical to safeguarding our economy, we cannot allow Trump's corrupt abuse of power to put that at risk.
The President wishes he had used the military to overturn an election? This is chilling.
That’s not leadership. That’s authoritarianism.
I’m outraged and saddened. This is another corrupt admission that cannot be overlooked.
That’s not leadership. That’s authoritarianism.
I’m outraged and saddened. This is another corrupt admission that cannot be overlooked.
Trump Regrets Not Seizing Voting Machines After 2020 Election
www.nytimes.com
January 12, 2026 at 8:29 PM
The President wishes he had used the military to overturn an election? This is chilling.
That’s not leadership. That’s authoritarianism.
I’m outraged and saddened. This is another corrupt admission that cannot be overlooked.
That’s not leadership. That’s authoritarianism.
I’m outraged and saddened. This is another corrupt admission that cannot be overlooked.
I’m proud of the work my office does every day to help members of our community navigate federal agencies, access important resources, and secure money owed to them.
To learn how we may be able to assist you or someone you know, check out my webpage:
To learn how we may be able to assist you or someone you know, check out my webpage:
Constituent Success Stories
If anyone on my team has helped you navigate a federal agency, secure money owed to you, or resolve an issue, we would love to hear from you. Provide your testimony using the webform below.
morelle.house.gov
January 12, 2026 at 6:36 PM
I’m proud of the work my office does every day to help members of our community navigate federal agencies, access important resources, and secure money owed to them.
To learn how we may be able to assist you or someone you know, check out my webpage:
To learn how we may be able to assist you or someone you know, check out my webpage:
It's gameday!
Cheering on the Buffalo Bills today as they start their trek to the Super Bowl. Go Bills!
Cheering on the Buffalo Bills today as they start their trek to the Super Bowl. Go Bills!
January 11, 2026 at 3:12 PM
It's gameday!
Cheering on the Buffalo Bills today as they start their trek to the Super Bowl. Go Bills!
Cheering on the Buffalo Bills today as they start their trek to the Super Bowl. Go Bills!
The Voting Rights Act has been reauthorized under Republican and Democratic presidents and Congresses, until now.
Now, it's under attack by the Trump administration, and when Americans have their rights constrained, we don't have a democracy anymore.
Now, it's under attack by the Trump administration, and when Americans have their rights constrained, we don't have a democracy anymore.
January 10, 2026 at 11:17 PM
The Voting Rights Act has been reauthorized under Republican and Democratic presidents and Congresses, until now.
Now, it's under attack by the Trump administration, and when Americans have their rights constrained, we don't have a democracy anymore.
Now, it's under attack by the Trump administration, and when Americans have their rights constrained, we don't have a democracy anymore.
Supporting our students with big opportunities is how we build a stronger future!
It's great to see the next generation of leaders joining internships and positions that will help advance their studies and build experience.
It's great to see the next generation of leaders joining internships and positions that will help advance their studies and build experience.
EMCC students sign with local businesses for co-ops and internships
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) -- Eastern Monroe Career Center students in the Automated Manufacturing and Machining program were recently recognized for taking the next big step in their careers. Similar t...
www.rochesterfirst.com
January 10, 2026 at 2:05 PM
Supporting our students with big opportunities is how we build a stronger future!
It's great to see the next generation of leaders joining internships and positions that will help advance their studies and build experience.
It's great to see the next generation of leaders joining internships and positions that will help advance their studies and build experience.
I authored a letter to Secretary Noem demanding the department take responsibility for the tragedy in Minnesota and work to restore the trust of the American People.
morelle.house.gov
January 9, 2026 at 9:18 PM
I authored a letter to Secretary Noem demanding the department take responsibility for the tragedy in Minnesota and work to restore the trust of the American People.
Honesty and transparency should not be too much to ask for from the President of the United States.
January 9, 2026 at 8:51 PM
Honesty and transparency should not be too much to ask for from the President of the United States.
I authored a letter to @hhsofficial.bsky.social Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr, demanding the release of nearly $10 billion in frozen funding for childcare & family support programs.
Congress appropriated these funds to support children and families, not to be withheld as political retribution.
Congress appropriated these funds to support children and families, not to be withheld as political retribution.
January 9, 2026 at 7:04 PM
I authored a letter to @hhsofficial.bsky.social Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr, demanding the release of nearly $10 billion in frozen funding for childcare & family support programs.
Congress appropriated these funds to support children and families, not to be withheld as political retribution.
Congress appropriated these funds to support children and families, not to be withheld as political retribution.
We need to listen to science and respect the long-standing decisions of public health experts.
When vaccination rates fall, we're all at risk, and our most vulnerable rely on those around them to be vaccinated.
When vaccination rates fall, we're all at risk, and our most vulnerable rely on those around them to be vaccinated.
Trump, RFK dramatically overhaul child vaccine schedule
The move is a public health gamble that assumes children's health won't be endangered.
www.axios.com
January 9, 2026 at 4:10 PM
We need to listen to science and respect the long-standing decisions of public health experts.
When vaccination rates fall, we're all at risk, and our most vulnerable rely on those around them to be vaccinated.
When vaccination rates fall, we're all at risk, and our most vulnerable rely on those around them to be vaccinated.
Renee Nicole Good should be alive today.
January 9, 2026 at 1:36 AM
Renee Nicole Good should be alive today.
Today, House Democrats passed an extension of Affordable Care Act tax credits that help working families afford care.
This is a big victory for the American people, now it's time for the Senate to act.
This is a big victory for the American people, now it's time for the Senate to act.
January 8, 2026 at 11:25 PM
Today, House Democrats passed an extension of Affordable Care Act tax credits that help working families afford care.
This is a big victory for the American people, now it's time for the Senate to act.
This is a big victory for the American people, now it's time for the Senate to act.
Steny Hoyer has spent his career strengthening our democracy and delivering for working families. His leadership helped define an era in Congress. His legacy will endure long after his retirement.
I’m profoundly grateful for his service and friendship.
I’m profoundly grateful for his service and friendship.
Steny Hoyer, the longest-serving Democrat in the House, to retire
The Democratic congressman has represented Maryland in the House for more than four decades, including two stints as majority leader under then-Speaker Nancy Pelosi.
www.nbcnews.com
January 8, 2026 at 11:03 PM
Steny Hoyer has spent his career strengthening our democracy and delivering for working families. His leadership helped define an era in Congress. His legacy will endure long after his retirement.
I’m profoundly grateful for his service and friendship.
I’m profoundly grateful for his service and friendship.
I'm proud to have voted to pass legislation to make healthcare more accessible for millions of Americans.
The House of Representatives has done its part—now it’s time for Senate Republicans to join us and provide this critical benefit to the American people.
The House of Representatives has done its part—now it’s time for Senate Republicans to join us and provide this critical benefit to the American people.
January 8, 2026 at 10:35 PM
I'm proud to have voted to pass legislation to make healthcare more accessible for millions of Americans.
The House of Representatives has done its part—now it’s time for Senate Republicans to join us and provide this critical benefit to the American people.
The House of Representatives has done its part—now it’s time for Senate Republicans to join us and provide this critical benefit to the American people.
The death of Renee Nicole Good is an unacceptable and needless tragedy. This death lies squarely at the feet of the Trump administration. It is the result of reckless rhetoric, dangerous policy choices, and the aggressive deployment of inadequately trained officers.
January 8, 2026 at 6:48 PM
The death of Renee Nicole Good is an unacceptable and needless tragedy. This death lies squarely at the feet of the Trump administration. It is the result of reckless rhetoric, dangerous policy choices, and the aggressive deployment of inadequately trained officers.
I'll be on CNN This Morning with Audie Cornish in just a few minutes.
Tune in!
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January 8, 2026 at 11:39 AM
I'll be on CNN This Morning with Audie Cornish in just a few minutes.
Tune in!
Tune in!
Childcare is not a luxury. When parents lose childcare, they can’t work. When they can’t work, they lose income, critical benefits, and housing stability.
The Trump administration is knowingly and deliberately making the affordability crisis worse.
The Trump administration is knowingly and deliberately making the affordability crisis worse.
January 8, 2026 at 12:16 AM
Childcare is not a luxury. When parents lose childcare, they can’t work. When they can’t work, they lose income, critical benefits, and housing stability.
The Trump administration is knowingly and deliberately making the affordability crisis worse.
The Trump administration is knowingly and deliberately making the affordability crisis worse.
The Trump administration is knowingly and deliberately making the affordability crisis worse.
By freezing federal childcare and family assistance funds, Donald Trump is using our children as pawns in a political stunt—but the damage ripples through entire families.
By freezing federal childcare and family assistance funds, Donald Trump is using our children as pawns in a political stunt—but the damage ripples through entire families.
January 7, 2026 at 10:01 PM
The Trump administration is knowingly and deliberately making the affordability crisis worse.
By freezing federal childcare and family assistance funds, Donald Trump is using our children as pawns in a political stunt—but the damage ripples through entire families.
By freezing federal childcare and family assistance funds, Donald Trump is using our children as pawns in a political stunt—but the damage ripples through entire families.
Representing Rochester in Congress is a great responsibility and privilege, and I’m thankful each day for the trust our community has placed in me.
January 7, 2026 at 6:17 PM
Representing Rochester in Congress is a great responsibility and privilege, and I’m thankful each day for the trust our community has placed in me.