South Middlesex Times

Rep. Frank Pallone, a longstanding member of the U.S. Congress representing New Jersey’s 6th district since 1988, recently shared several updates on social media. His posts cover a range of topics from appreciation for his office interns to comments on national political matters and infrastructure projects.

On December 12, 2024, Rep. Pallone expressed gratitude towards the interns in his office and those working with the Energy and Commerce Committee. He acknowledged their contributions over the past few months in a tweet: "Thank you to the interns in my office and on @EnergyCommerce for their great work the past few months."

Later that day, Rep. Pallone addressed concerns regarding former President Donald Trump in another post dated December 12, 2024. He criticized Trump's actions with a pointed statement: "This is the United States of America, not some backwards dictatorship. Trump cannot just jail his political opponents." Pallone argued that Trump's threats are part of an effort to intimidate members of Congress and evade responsibility for his involvement in the January 6th attack.

In another update on December 12, 2024, Rep. Pallone highlighted progress on a significant infrastructure project—the Delco Lead Storage and Inspection Facility. He emphasized its importance by stating: "The Delco Lead Storage and Inspection Facility project is essential to safeguarding rail services and protecting our investments in public transit." The groundbreaking event marks an advancement towards enhancing resiliency and securing critical transit infrastructure.