Hartford Reporter

Rep. John Larson, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Connecticut’s 1st district, has expressed his concerns through a series of tweets on March 5, 2025. Larson's statements address various policies and actions associated with former President Donald Trump and entrepreneur Elon Musk.

In a tweet posted at 00:19 UTC, Larson criticized President Trump's trade policies, stating that they contradict his promises to lower costs. He asserted that "President Trump promised to lower costs, but now he's starting a trade war with American families caught in the crossfire." According to Larson, these tariffs will increase prices on essential goods such as cars, home-building supplies, and food.

Later that day at 03:08 UTC, Larson addressed Social Security concerns by refuting claims against it and accusing Trump and Musk of planning detrimental cuts. He tweeted, "FACT CHECK: Social Security is not a scam. Trump and Musk’s cuts to Social Security are the real scam." He called for an immediate Congressional hearing to investigate these issues further.

In another tweet at 04:59 UTC, Larson reiterated his stance on Social Security following comments made by Trump. He stated that "Donald Trump lied to the nation tonight about Social Security." Emphasizing the need for transparency, he urged Congress to hold hearings so that the public could be informed about the truth behind these allegations.