South Middlesex Times

Rep. Frank Pallone, a U.S. Congressman representing New Jersey’s 6th district since 1988, recently utilized Twitter to express his views on economic and political issues. Pallone, who previously served in the New Jersey Senate and holds degrees from Middlebury College and Rutgers University-Camden, addressed topics including AI innovation, banking regulations, and healthcare policies.

On April 9, 2025, Rep. Pallone highlighted concerns over the global race in AI innovation, warning that “Trump’s economic turmoil and unnecessary trade war” could undermine American technological leadership.

The same day, Pallone criticized a Republican-backed bill concerning banking overdraft fees, stating that it would allow banks to charge excessive fees for overdrafts. He expressed his opposition by describing the bill as "legalized pickpocketing,” saying, “I’m voting NO on their bill, asserting that it is a handout to Wall Street.”

Later, Pallone introduced a legislative measure with Representatives Brendan Boyle and Angie Craig aimed at protecting Medicaid from budget cuts. Pallone called on Republicans to prove their commitment to preserving healthcare programs, challenging them by saying, “If they're telling the truth, then they should bring up our bill for a vote.”