South Middlesex Times

Rep. Frank Pallone, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing New Jersey’s 6th district, has shared a series of statements on social media regarding significant political and international issues. Through his tweets, Pallone addresses concerns over political corruption, international security, and youth engagement.

On February 14, 2025, Rep. Pallone expressed his disapproval of what he perceives as normalization of corruption under former President Trump. He criticized actions such as "dropping charges for political friends like Mayor Adams and dismantling bribery laws," arguing that these moves weaken the rule of law. He questioned the Republican party's silence on these matters in his tweet: "We cannot allow Trump's corruption to be normalized... How long are Republicans going to sit in silence?"

Later that day, at 22:57 UTC, Pallone turned his attention to international affairs by supporting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's stance on NATO membership for Ukraine. He emphasized the strategic necessity of this move to deter Russian aggression, warning that if Ukraine were to fall, Russia might be emboldened to attack other former Soviet republics and NATO allies in the Baltics: "Zelensky is right that Ukraine must become part of NATO to defend itself and deter Russian aggression."

The following day on February 15, 2025, Rep. Pallone highlighted his local engagement with young constituents by meeting with his Youth Advisory Council in Piscataway. Celebrating a decade of hosting this program, he reflected on their discussions about important issues and expressed gratitude towards Mayor Wahler for hosting the event: "Today, I met with my 2025 Youth Advisory Council in Piscataway... Thank you, Mayor Wahler, for welcoming us."