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Congressman Don Beyer

@beyer.house.gov
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Representing Northern Virginia in the U.S. House.

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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 6h
Scientists could not be more clear: if we do not make meaningful strides to tackle the climate crisis, the damage done to our oceans will be permanent. This would mean the loss of critical wildlife and more dangerous flooding which threatens the lives of millions of people.
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Scientists deliver ‘starkest warning yet’ of profound changes sweeping the planet’s oceans | CNN
The world’s oceans are warming at an alarming pace as humans burn fossil fuels, with far-reaching consequences, according to a report by more than 100 scientists.
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 13h
Trump's vanity arch would create a huge mess for everyone trying to get around the area by air or on the ground. It’s a recipe for disaster and I will fight it every step of the way.
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https://youtube.com/shorts/zndYm-PkQ1E
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 14h
This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we remember the loved ones we’ve lost, stand with those fighting breast cancer, and celebrate those who’ve overcome it. I’m grateful to researchers and health care professionals working to advance treatments, improve early detection, and move us closer to a cure.
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 03/10/2026
When I decided to go back to school to study AI, I did so because I recognized how transformative this technology could be. I’m glad it’s provided me with the expertise necessary to have informed, substantive conversations about how it should be regulated.
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https://youtube.com/shorts/4dYr5oMOVms
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 03/10/2026
I’m glad the court stopped this Administration from denying children the early education they need to succeed. No child should lose access to Head Start simply because of their parents’ immigration status.
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https://apnews.com/article/head-start-preschool-immigrants-ruling-d3e6f286439e1e8456746bf9f0d9c24b
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 03/10/2026
It's nice to think that big AI companies will regulate themselves and put the security of the American people first, but it's just not the reality. We need laws that mandate higher standards of testing and independent review to make sure AI systems are safe and secure.
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https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/29/technology/openai-warnings-security.html
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 03/10/2026
East Potomac Park has been a beloved recreation spot for decades, and Ohio Drive is a critical part of what makes the park a great resource. We will not stand by while this Administration attempts to destroy this indispensable historic park. www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
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https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/09/30/trumps-upscale-golf-plan-would-destroy-dc-haven-cyclists-runners/
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 02/10/2026
I'm glad to see that crisis lifeline services have resumed for LGBTQIA+ youth after being defunded since early 2025. If you or a loved one need help, call or text 9-8-8 and press 3 for LGBTQ specific resources.
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 02/10/2026
DHS violence is out of control. They are shooting people in broad daylight, pointing guns at U.S. citizens, and terrorizing our communities, including right here in Northern Virginia. We owe it to the victims and their families to investigate this misconduct and hold these agents accountable.
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https://youtube.com/shorts/kF8tK8UEcAU
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 02/10/2026
Ethiopia is already facing an enormous humanitarian crisis. Any further escalation will put millions in danger.
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 02/10/2026
With the security situation in northern Ethiopia rapidly deteriorating, it's critical that the U.S. work to bring all parties back to the negotiating table at once to end the fighting. www.bbc.com/news/article...
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Ethiopia and Eritrea cut diplomatic ties as Tigray conflict escalates
The diplomatic fallout comes as Ethiopian forces battle rebel fighters across its northern region.
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Trump campaigned on being a businessman who would grow the economy, but he’s governing as a grifter determined to destroy it while he enriches himself and his billionaire friends. It’s leaving everyday people with fewer opportunities and paychecks that aren’t keeping up.
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Joaquin Castro @joaquincastrotx.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Settlers are driving Palestinians from their homes in a violent land grab. Sanctions can stop it. I'm introducing legislation—alongside Reps. Dean, Beyer, Casar, Jacobs, Escobar—that imposes sanctions against anyone looking to take Palestinian land in the West Bank or Gaza.
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 02/10/2026
Read our statement: beyer.house.gov/news/documen...
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Press Releases | U.S. Representative Don Beyer
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 02/10/2026
As Co-Chairs of the Egypt Human Rights Caucus, @repdelbene.bsky.social and I are urging the Egyptian government government to release the 6 journalists affiliated with independent investigative journalism platform Matsadaash. Our statement:
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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 02/10/2026
BREAKING: U.S. employers added a disappointing 29,000 jobs last month, and the unemployment rate ticked up to 4.2% ahead of the November midterms.
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US adds disappointing 29,000 jobs and unemployment ticks up to 4.2% in September
U.S. employers added a disappointing 29,000 jobs and the unemployment rate ticked up last month, the government reported Friday, a month before voters go to the polls in pivotal midterm elections at a time of discontent over the high cost of living and the state of the economy.
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Dean Baker @deanbaker13.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Wage growth slows further to just 3.0%, taking the average for last 3 months compared with the prior 3 months, the annualized rate is 2.6%, both are well below inflation meaning real wages are falling.
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Congresswoman Dina Titus @titus.house.gov · 01/10/2026
The October 1 shooting was the deadliest in U.S. history – 58 people died, hundreds were injured, and #OnlyInDistrictOne was changed forever. On this anniversary and every day, we must recommit to addressing gun violence. Thoughts and prayers are not enough.
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 01/10/2026
Today I joined veterans, preservationists, and concerned citizens demanding that the Administration stop construction of Trump's vanity arch. No one but Trump wants this, so I will not stop fighting against this selfish, dangerous, and illegal proposal until it's gone. youtube.com/shorts/0bx0D...
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Beyer Joins Call to Stop Trump’s Vanity Arch
YouTube video by Congressman Don Beyer
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 01/10/2026
This investigation alone is not enough. Congress must act to protect the American people and close any gaps that leave consumers vulnerable. AI is advancing rapidly, and our laws need to keep pace.
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 30/09/2026
Older Americans work hard for their retirement benefits, and they deserve a clear, straightforward process to claim the benefits they’ve earned. Our Claiming Age Clarity Act will make it easier for older Americans to understand their options, and I’m glad to see it on its way to becoming law.
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 30/09/2026
We cannot negotiate a lasting peace while Israeli settlements continue to expand illegally into Palestinian territory. The U.S. has opposed this territorial expansion for decades, and our legislation makes clear that we will not tolerate it any longer.
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House Science, Space, and Technology Committee Democrats @sciencedems.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Today, Ranking Member Zoe Lofgren and Research and Technology Subcommittee Chairman Jay Obernolte introduced the American Leadership in Fusion Act! This critical bill would accelerate the commercialization of fusion energy.⚛️ democrats-science.house.gov/news/press-r...
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 30/09/2026
Fusion can deliver abundant clean energy for decades to come, but we won’t get there without investing in the technologies that can take fusion from the lab to the grid. Our American Leadership in Fusion Act would put $10 billion behind making fusion energy a reality.
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 30/09/2026
“Don Beyer of Virginia said Trump's plan to include a large number of drones at the proposed 250-foot arch near Reagan Washington National Airport would threaten aviation safety. He called the idea "stupid, dangerous, and unworkable."” www.reuters.com/world/us/law...
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Trump arch drone plan needs FAA review, lawmaker says
A Democratic lawmaker said on Tuesday that President Donald Trump's plan to ​base military drones at his proposed triumphal arch near a major Washington airport would ‌require the Federal Aviation Adm...
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 30/09/2026
President Carter signed the Food Stamp Act because we agreed no one in America should go hungry. SNAP helped families buy food for nearly 50 years. Now, over 5 million people and counting have been kicked off thanks to Trump and Republicans' Big Beautiful Bill. www.cbpp.org/research/foo...
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 29/09/2026
Weakening discrimination protections for our students is shameful.  While the Trump Administration is claiming to protect women and girls, it’s only making it harder for survivors of sexual assault and harassment to come forward and seek justice.
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 29/09/2026
The Enron board of directors always approved their own financial statements. It's great that these companies are talking about doing good things, but that is not enough, and it is not a substitute for Congress passing meaningful federal AI regulation.
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Bobby Kogan @bbkogan.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Amazing stuff here
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Is it accurate to say that the Big Beautiful Bill on average made the poorest people in America even poorer and the richest people in America even richer, when looking at total household resources? One word answer only, please.

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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Oh, interesting!
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 29/09/2026
Wall Street Journal: Americans Have Spent $100 Billion More on Fuel During the Iran War www.wsj.com/business/ene...
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Americans Have Spent $100 Billion More on Fuel During the Iran War
Higher gasoline and diesel prices have led many families to save less and curb spending elsewhere.
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NBC News @nbcnews.com · 28/09/2026
It’s shaping up to be an expensive winter. Consumers are facing a flurry of added costs in the coming months: ballooning home heating prices, skyrocketing airfares, higher gas prices and package delivery surcharges.
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The Iran war will have a chilling effect on your wallet this winter
Sky-high airfare, rising gas prices and soaring home heating costs are all squeezing consumers heading into the holiday season.
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Steve Rattner @steverattner.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Inflation from the Iran War is significantly higher for working and middle class Americans than for top earners.
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The Washington Sun Metro @washsunmetro.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
On a tour of the park Thursday, Rep. Don Beyer and local advocates called for transparency about renovation plans for East Potomac Park.
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Anxiety Remains High for East Potomac Park’s Future
On a tour of the park Thursday, Rep. Don Beyer and local advocates called for transparency about renovation plans.
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Washingtonian @washingtonian.com · 28/09/2026
Trump wants to add drones and snipers to his proposed arch near Arlington National Cemetery. Rep. Don Beyer has one question: “Who are they going to shoot?”
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Don Beyer is Not a Fan of Drones and Snipers at Arc de Trump
Asks the Virginia Congressman: “Who are they going to shoot? People visiting graves in the cemetery?”
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 28/09/2026
That story linked here: www.nytimes.com/2026/09/25/a...
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Kennedy Center Shelved Repairs Now Cited for Closure, Whistle-Blowers Say
In a letter to Congress, former employees say the center delayed a plan to address the leaks that its officials now cite as a serious safety risk.
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 28/09/2026
Since I recorded this interview about the Kennedy Center with Susan Davis, we've learned that the Trump Administration refused to do repairs on the roof, then cited the hazard they created as a reason to justify its closure.
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Don Beyer on What's Next for the Kennedy Center
YouTube video by Congressman Don Beyer
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 28/09/2026
If the Justice Department doesn't vigorously fight these cases and hold the government's extremely strong position against these ludicrous claims it will be a clear sign that Blanche lied to the Senate about his repudiation of Trump's corrupt MAGA slush fund.
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James V. Grimaldi @jamesvgrimaldi.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Kennedy Center shelved roof-leak repairs — and then said the building should be closed because of, yes, roof leaks www.nytimes.com/2026/09/25/a... via @NYTimes
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Kennedy Center Shelved Repairs Now Cited for Closure, Whistle-Blowers Say
In a letter to Congress, former employees say the center delayed a plan to address the leaks that its officials now cite as a serious safety risk.
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Anne Applebaum @anneapplebaum.wsocial.eu · 25/09/2026
"internal financial documents show that ticket sales steeply declined after Mr. Trump’s takeover of the institution, and plunged even further after his name was added to the building" www.nytimes.com/2026/09/25/a...
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Kennedy Center Shelved Repairs Now Cited for Closure, Whistle-Blowers Say (Gift Article)
In a letter to Congress, former employees say the center delayed a plan to address the leaks that its officials now cite as a serious safety risk.
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 26/09/2026
We’re hearing about AI loss of control incidents almost daily. This time the targets were US government websites like the Department of Education, Census Bureau, and SEC. Congress must take action to protect the American people, doing nothing right now is wildly irresponsible.
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 25/09/2026
2) Trump Vanity Projects Slated to Cost $1.8+ BILLION www.jec.senate.gov/public/_cach... Republicans' priorities.
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 25/09/2026
The latest economic analysis from Congress' Joint Economic Committee finds: 1) Families Have Had to Spend an Additional $4,200+ on Everyday Essentials Under President Trump www.jec.senate.gov/public/_cach...
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 25/09/2026
Yesterday, I visited East Potomac Park and saw the golfers, cyclists, runners, and families who enjoy this treasured space. I also saw the Trump Administration tearing apart East Potomac while refusing to tell the public what it is doing, what it has done, or what it plans to do next.
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Beyer Condemns Trump’s Illegal, Secretive Assault on East Potomac Park Following Site Tour
YouTube video by Congressman Don Beyer
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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 25/09/2026
Trump wants to repeal the Roadless Rule and open millions of acres to road construction. I led @markwarner.bsky.social, @kaine.senate.gov, @bobbyscott.house.gov, @beyer.house.gov, @repvindman.bsky.social, @repsuhas.bsky.social and @repwalkinshaw.bsky.social in strong opposition to this proposal.
Page one of Virginia Roadless Rule letter.Page two of Virginia Roadless Rule letter.Page three of Virginia Roadless Rule letter. Signatures of Rep. McClellan, Sen. Kaine, Rep. Subramanyam, Rep. Vindman, Sen. Warner, Rep. Beyer are present.Page four of Virginia Roadless Rule letter. Signatures of Reps. Scott and Walkinshaw are present.
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 25/09/2026
Trump is illegally airing TV campaign ads ahead of the election paid for with your taxpayer dollars. They show Trump's image over and over again while the the refrain "love me" plays in the background. Big "cult of personality" vibes. Republicans won't say a word about it.
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 24/09/2026
Trump’s arch is illegal and immoral, and the Administration is also under court order requiring 48 hours’ notice before work proceeds. Yet, Trump wants to push ahead without even the most basic understanding of the consequences of this project. We won’t let him.
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Beyer Demands Answers About Equipment at Proposed Trump Arch Site
YouTube video by Congressman Don Beyer
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 24/09/2026
Read my full statement: beyer.house.gov/news/documen...
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Beyer Demands Answers About Equipment at Proposed Arch Site
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 24/09/2026
After hearing from constituents who saw construction equipment at the site of Trump’s proposed arch, I drove down to Columbia Island to see for myself. I found workers operating heavy equipment who told me they were conducting archaeological work. My full statement:
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Congressman Don Beyer @beyer.house.gov · 24/09/2026
I’m joining @alexandriavagov.bsky.social, @arlingtonva.us, @novacommcollege.bsky.social, and others in hosting a job fair to connect workers affected by the Trump Administration's federal workforce cuts with new opportunities. Join us on October 8! Details and RSVP:
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General Registration- 2026 Career Connect Expo
Get ready to kickstart your career search and connect with top employers at the 2026 Career Connect Expo!
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