Rep. John Larson, a long-serving member of the U.S. Congress representing Connecticut’s 1st district since 1999, has been actively engaging with his constituents and addressing pressing issues through social media. His recent posts cover a range of topics from public safety during extreme weather conditions to political stances on federal policies.
On June 20, 2025, Rep. Larson alerted residents about an impending heatwave in Connecticut. He stated “Over the next week, Connecticut will experience extremely high temperatures, with a heat index that could rise above 100°. Stay hydrated and check on your neighbors.” He advised people to utilize local cooling centers by calling 2-1-1 or visiting a provided link for more information.
Later that day, Larson reported on his meetings with residents in New Hartford and Winsted to discuss federal policy impacts. He expressed concern over proposed cuts by Republicans in Congress, stating “Republicans in Congress want to slash Medicaid & SNAP nutrition benefits to pay for tax cuts for the wealthy.” He urged collective action against these potential reductions.
In another post on the same day, Larson commented on a legal decision involving free speech rights under the Trump Administration. He affirmed “This was the right decision. The Trump Administration has no right to silence someone’s speech because they disagree with what they said.” emphasizing the importance of due process under U.S. law.
John B. Larson has represented Connecticut’s 1st District since succeeding Barbara Kennelly in 1999 after serving in the Connecticut Senate from 1987 to 1995. Born in Hartford in 1948 and residing in East Hartford, he graduated from Central Connecticut State University with a BA in 1971.
