Deborah Ross
DThe Supreme Court's new term begins today, and the cases before the court could fundamentally change the law on immigration, guns, religion and more. I will be monitoring these decisions closely and will share how they may impact you and your freedoms. Read more about what’s on the docket: https://t.co/aAFR6KWD6c
Honored to be with so many incredible women supporting @LilliansList yesterday. Their work recruiting, training, and electing Democratic, pro-choice women is essential. https://t.co/Y2zih6p5DL
Trump knows he can’t win a fair fight. That’s why he’s trying to insert as much uncertainty as possible into our elections before November. We will not let him get away with it. https://t.co/T39IYG7IvY
The lies keep coming. Trump lied to Western NC about helping and then withheld hurricane relief for months. https://t.co/m5JvG0jPSl
Come along with me to Raleigh Wide Open! Listen to over 40 artists from around the country, enjoy good food, and celebrate our community this weekend in downtown Raleigh. https://t.co/QDTq72MBMu
For Hunger Action Day, I visited the Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina, which has provided hunger relief across our community for 45 years. Amid a cost-of-living crisis and cuts to SNAP benefits, it's essential that North Carolina families have access to immediate food assistance.
Just 29,000 jobs added last month and unemployment is up to 4.2%. Trump and Republicans wrecked the economy and won't lift a finger to lower costs. https://t.co/1zf9lwFJHW
I've dedicated my career to delivering for Wake County and North Carolina. I'm taking on Donald Trump and fighting to lower costs so government works for us not the billionaires and big corporations. https://t.co/6AsnUuSgN3
Reps. Ross, Morelle, Foushee Hold Shadow Hearing on NC Election Security and Interference Featuring Justice Allison Riggs Watch a recording of the shadow hearing HERE. Raleigh, North Carolina – Rep. Deborah Ross (NC-02), Ranking Member Joe Morelle (NY-25), the top Democrat on the Committee on House Administration, and Rep. Valerie Foushee (NC-04) hosted a shadow hearing in Raleigh focused on the challenges facing North Carolina’s elections. A panel of experts, including Associate Justice Allison Riggs of the North Carolina Supreme Court, gave statements on the practical and legal challenges facing North Carolina’s election system. This shadow hearing takes place amid widespread concerns over potential federal intervention of elections and voting restrictions proposed by Republican lawmakers and the Trump administration. This includes the push for the SAVE America Act and restrictions on voting by mail. Experts at today’s shadow hearing included: Associate Justice Allison Riggs - North Carolina Supreme Court North Carolina Representative Robert Reives Karen Brinson-Bell - Principal at Advance Elections Terence Everitt - ED, NC Voter Protection Alliance. Paul Cox – Partner at Poyner Spruill John Hill - Senior Litigation Counsel at Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington Virginia Kase Solomõn - President of Common Cause and the former CEO of League of Women Voters. “While the state legislature tries to rig the rules, this administration is trying to sow chaos and undermine confidence in our elections. And with just over a month until election day, the president is still looking for new ways to disrupt Americans' ability to cast their ballots,” said Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02). “North Carolinians should have confidence that their vote will count this November. But it is up to us to remain diligent. [...] In order for every vote to count—and to count equally—we need to ensure that North Carolinians are guaranteed fair and equal access to the ballot box.” "In this moment, there is nothing more urgent than protecting American democracy,” said Ranking Member Morelle (NY-25). “The election is here and we are protecting Americans' right to the ballot box. Every time the Trump Administration has tried to interfere with the integrity of the midterm elections, they have lost. Over the next month, we need to remain clear-eyed about the threats we continue to face. We will fight to protect American elections. Failure, quite simply, is not an option.” “Election administration on every level has always been a fiercely debated topic, but in a world where modern technology creates both opportunities and challenges, the importance of properly addressing election security and protecting the right to vote is more important now than ever,” said Congresswoman Valerie Foushee (NC-04). “It is clear that the Republican party in Raleigh and in Washington want to use election administration as a way to make voting difficult and strenuous on voters.”
At 10 AM, I am hosting a shadow hearing in Raleigh examining election security with @RepJoeMorelle + @ValerieFoushee, featuring NC Justice Allison Riggs. We’ll hear from experts about election interference and recent efforts to restrict voting access. And, we will share information on secure voting. Watch the livestream here: https://t.co/XsjVELdDfA
Today, @RepJoeMorelle, @ValerieFoushee, and I hosted a shadow hearing on election security, where we spoke with voting rights experts about recent efforts to interfere with elections in NC and across the country. Voting is a fundamental right, and we will work to ensure that every North Carolinian who is eligible to vote can make their voice heard.
Your tax dollars should be used for your benefit—not Trump's. https://t.co/X54K5JbyG9
Great to be with fired-up Wake County Democrats yesterday. Thank you to the volunteers knocking doors, talking to neighbors, and getting it done. 36 days to go! https://t.co/2Q2dOhdFUI
We saw the tragic effects of misinformation during Hurricane Helene—people across Western NC died because of it. I met with experts working to ensure North Carolinians get the resources and information they need. We must stay vigilant and prepare for the next storm. https://t.co/qgdSAQbR2b
North Carolina has marked two years since Hurricane Helene devastated Western North Carolina. Although the national spotlight has moved on, many communities are still struggling to rebuild. I’ll keep fighting for the families still recovering and will make sure Western NC gets the support it needs. The work isn’t finished. https://t.co/aq5P4RKHNP
Thank you to Wake Chapel Church and all of the co-sponsors for organizing this morning's Wake County Candidate Forum. I'm proud of my record delivering for Wake County and North Carolina, and I'll keep fighting to lower costs and hold Trump accountable. https://t.co/6Ui0OyTLI2
Glad to participate in last night's candidate forum hosted by the Alpha Theta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Thank you for having me and for your commitment to an informed electorate! https://t.co/RcpkZjUREm
The American people can't catch a break thanks to Trump and Republicans. They are making us hungrier, poorer, sicker and less secure. https://t.co/BsLKrTeJxZ
A non-partisan report found that the Trump admin delayed disaster-proofing efforts that could help prevent the worst effects of disasters like Helene—with no real justification. This is a slap in the face to communities in North Carolina and all over the country. https://t.co/e34tCW6a7g
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) and Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-DE) introduced the No Surprise Bills for Seniors Act, legislation to protect seniors from losing their Medicare prescription drug coverage because of unexpected or unknown premium increases. Recent changes to Medicare Part D have left thousands of seniors facing unexpected premiums for prescription drug coverage they previously received at no cost. When beneficiaries do not realize they owe a premium, even one of just a few dollars, they can lose their coverage all together, forcing them to pay for their medications out of pocket or go without until the next open enrollment period. Reporting from KFF Health News found that some beneficiaries lost coverage after owing as little as $8.10 in unpaid premiums. In Durham, a 74-year-old Medicare beneficiary lost his prescription drug coverage after his monthly premium increased from $0 to $3.60. He was ready to pay the premium as soon as he learned he owed it—but was told he could not restore his coverage. The No Surprise Bills for Seniors Act would give the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) greater flexibility to create a pathway for individuals to re-enroll in Part D, ensuring seniors do not go without the prescription drugs that Medicare entitles them to. This legislation is endorsed by the Medicare Rights Center. “No senior should lose access to the medications they depend on because their premium increased –often by only a few dollars– without them realizing it," said Congresswoman Ross. “If a senior is able and willing to pay what they owe, they should not be forced to go months without life-saving medication because of bureaucratic changes within the Medicare system. I’m proud to introduce this legislation with Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester to give Medicare the flexibility it needs to make sure a surprise bill does not result in the loss of health care for our seniors.” “Missing a payment on a surprise monthly premium increase—which can be as little as one dollar—shouldn’t cost someone their access to medication. Yet for the thousands of Medicare beneficiaries, it’s a risk they have to take to afford their health care,” said Senator Blunt Rochester. “I’m proud to introduce the No Surprise Bills for Seniors Act with Congresswoman Ross to bring clarity to our complex healthcare system and help seniors and individuals with disabilities maintain access to their medications.” Full bill text can be found here. ###
As Trump threatened annihilation of our adversaries at the U.N., I was at New York Climate Week focused on real solutions to create a healthy economy and a healthy environment. The Thriving Economy Project is how we get there. https://t.co/YuzQkBaBpx
The President is not above the law. Thank you AG Jackson. https://t.co/I5zJEBwkxl
Honored to keynote the @iredelldems Kennedy Carter Dinner. Together, we're going to win in November and put a check on the most lawless, corrupt president in American history. https://t.co/twsofMpAyw
Healthcare costs have skyrocketed, millions of people have already lost coverage under this President, and now this administration wants to strip healthcare from even more Americans. This is not about fraud—Trump himself granted clemency to healthcare executives convicted of defrauding our system out of millions of dollars. It’s about taking coverage away from Americans who need it.
It was a joy to speak at the 11th annual Asia Fest before the Triangle Area Dragon Boat Festival this weekend. For more than a decade, this event has been a celebration of Asian heritage and culture for families across the Triangle. Thank you to Asia Focus NC for bringing our community together.