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Ayanna Pressley's tweets address unlawful arrest and student meal cuts

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U.S. Rep. Ayanna Pressley Massachusetts 7th District | Official U.S. House headshot

U.S. Rep. Ayanna Pressley Massachusetts 7th District | Official U.S. House headshot

Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley, representing Massachusetts' 7th District since 2019, recently shared her concerns on various issues through a series of tweets. These posts reflect her stance on matters related to democracy, education, and policy opposition.

On March 15, 2025, Pressley expressed alarm over the "unlawful arrest and detainment of Mahmoud Khalil," describing it as "a five-alarm fire for anyone who cares about free speech and our democracy." She emphasized the need for accountability and vigilance against abuses of power.

Later that day, she criticized Elon Musk and Donald Trump in another tweet for their impact on student nutrition programs. She stated that they are "ripping food out of the mouths of our students who deserve healthy meals to thrive in and out of the classroom." Pressley warned this could be detrimental to Massachusetts, suggesting that "the cruelty is the point."

On March 16, 2025, Pressley called for action against what she termed a "hostile administration." In her tweet, she urged leveraging all available tools against harmful policies impacting vulnerable communities. Her call was to "organize, mobilize, and match their energy every step of the way."

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