South Middlesex Times

Rep. Frank Pallone, a longstanding member of the U.S. Congress representing New Jersey's 6th district since 1988, recently shared his views on pressing national issues through a series of tweets. Pallone, who has been an advocate for environmental protection and public health, expressed concerns about climate change, economic stability, and public health misinformation.

On March 17, 2025, Pallone criticized former President Trump and his allies in the oil industry for their environmental policies. He stated: "As the climate crisis ravages our communities, Trump and his Big Oil allies are dismantling clean American energy, gutting the EPA, and doubling down on expensive, dirty fossil fuels. If we continue down this path the Jersey Shore will be completely underwater..."

Later that day at 17:43 UTC, Pallone turned his attention to economic matters with another tweet: "Stock market tumbling Business confidence rapidly declining Consumer demand plummeting The alarm bells are ringing..." He criticized Republicans for their perceived inaction as he claimed that Trump's policies were harming the economy.

In a subsequent tweet at 19:11 UTC on March 17th, Pallone addressed public health concerns related to statements made by HHS Secretary RFK Jr.: "As HHS Secretary, RFK Jr.'s words have a massive impact...He should instead be listening to doctors who are speaking out and stressing the importance of vaccination and science-based…" Pallone highlighted the negative impact of spreading unproven health advice during a measles outbreak.