Rep. Charles Fleischmann

From a constituent in Chattanooga, TN

Protect Federal Funding - Libraries and Museums

I’m writing to urge you to protect federal funding for the Institute for Museum and Library Services. Libraries and museums are vital parts of our communities and provide so many essential services. Please show up for our libraries and urge the White House to hold back its attack on funding. Thank

From a constituent in Chattanooga, TN

Democracy please

Please stand up to President Trump. He is acting like he is a king, which hs is not. He has no regard for the checks and balances process. This is a democracy, and he is not representing the people who voted for him; Or even those who did not vote for him. He is doing things that in one way or anoth

From a constituent in Chattanooga, TN

Public lands

Please help protect our federal land. Removing protections in order to utilize these resources for our immediate gratification such as fossil fuels and These cuts to jobs that help protect our lands will have detrimental consequences for those who visit the parks/ lands. Not only dull public safe

From a verified voter in Vonore, TN

New budget

Reject any funding that does not protect social security or Medicare

From a constituent in Ooltewah, TN

Republican leadership has instructed party members to stop holding public events like town halls, claiming they are being disrupted by "paid protestors." However, Americans deserve the opportunity to directly engage with their elected representatives and hold them accountable. A true commitment to t

From a verified voter in Vonore, TN

Federal land

I am opposed to selling any Federal land or utilizing it in any way other than what it has been historically used for. These lands belong to the people of this Country for preservation and enjoyment.

From a constituent in Chattanooga, TN

Preserve Public Service Loan Forgiveness for dedicated professionals

The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program was created to incentivize people to pursue careers in public service by providing student loan forgiveness after 10 years of payments. It benefits teachers, nurses, firefighters, military members, nonprofit workers, and others who provide vital ser

From a verified voter in Vonore, TN

Social Security and Medicare

I worked 40 years and put money into both social security and Medicare. This is my retirement, I do not expect anyone holding political office to cut or withhold my retirement benefits. I don't give a damn what excuses anyone has in Congress. If it was mismanaged, not my problem it's your duty to f

From a constituent in Chattanooga, TN

Resume military aid for Ukraine's self-defense against Russia

The United States government has made the concerning decision to pause all military aid to Ukraine, which is currently defending itself against an unjustified and unlawful invasion by Russia. This move undermines Ukraine's ability to resist Russian aggression and protect its sovereign territory and

From a constituent in Chattanooga, TN

The proposed tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico will inflict substantial harm on the American economy. Historical evidence clearly shows that trade wars and protectionist policies lead to higher consumer prices, job losses, and reduced economic growth. Rather than escalating tensions with our

From a verified voter in Vonore, TN

Meeting with Ukraine yesterday

What an embarrassment President Trump was in yesterday's conference with Ukraine. So disrespectful to a a leader that is trying to get help for his Country which was invaded by Russia.. I am deeply disturbed by the association that President Trump and his administration is showing to Russia in inter

From a constituent in Cleveland, TN

Embarrassing America

I am sitting here in tears ... shamefully shocked and embarrassed by the behavior of Trump and Vance today when they attacked Zelenskyy. Trump is literal ly handing this great country over to Putin! I beg you to stop supporting Trump's actions. Please stop!!! Please do the right thing and stop him a

From a verified voter in Chattanooga, TN

What are you doing to fix this?

I truly can't believe that I just watched our president and vice president yell at the leader of a foreign nation and treat him like with so much disrespect. Harping for more and more gratitude like a toxic parent. This is embarrassing. Trump handing out hats to reporters in the oval office like it'

From a verified voter in Vonore, TN

Protect our Parks and Forests

It is a disgrace to allow a President to disassemble our National Forest and parks for shear profiteering. These are national treasures that generations of Americans and politicians of both parties have protected and cherished. Take your responsibilities seriously and check the executive branch lik

From a constituent in Chattanooga, TN

Protect Transgender Service Members - Oppose Discriminatory Military Policy

I am writing to express my strong opposition to any policy that would remove transgender individuals from serving in the U.S. military. As a constituent of Tennessee, I believe that service members should be judged by their ability, dedication, and willingness to serve—not their gender identity. Cu

From a constituent in Chattanooga, TN

UN vote RE: War in Ukraine

Why is the Trump administration voting on the side of Russia, N. Korea, Belarus, Turkey, and other dictatorships in the UN vote related to the war in Ukraine? We know Russia started the war and launched an attack on Ukraine. Why should Russia dictate the terms of ending the war, and why should Ukrai

From a verified voter in Signal Mountain, TN

I. Am. Furious. Count me as vehemently against everything Trump and Musk are doing: indiscriminately slashing federal programs and workers; siding with our foreign enemies instead of our allies; attacking women and minorities as unqualified just because of their identities. I demand that you stan

From a constituent in Chattanooga, TN

Enact student debt relief, affordable repayment plans now

The recent ruling by the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals overturning the Biden administration's Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan is a devastating setback for millions of student loan borrowers. The SAVE plan aimed to provide the most affordable student loan repayment option ever, with monthly

From a constituent in Chattanooga, TN

Protect Department of Education for equal educational access

The Department of Education plays a vital role in ensuring equal educational opportunities for all students across the nation. Dismantling this crucial agency would be catastrophic, depriving millions of vulnerable students from accessing essential resources, services, and civil rights protections.

From a constituent in Chattanooga, TN

Protect our National Parks!

I am so angry and appalled at the way our National Parks are being treated. Our National Parks are one of the shining jewels of our country. They are the very symbol of freedom and the American Dream. The Executive Branch’s actions that led to the firing of so many Park Rangers and support staff of

From a constituent in Chattanooga, TN

Urgent Opposition to Executive Order Undermining Independent Agencies

I am writing to express my strong opposition to the recent executive order that strips independent agencies of their autonomy, placing them under direct control of the President. This unprecedented power grab threatens the integrity of our nation’s regulatory framework and dangerously consolidates a

From a verified voter in Oak Ridge, TN

We are in a democracy with no king

This administration is attacking our democracy and acting against the will of the people. We need urgent action to protect voting rights and ensure free and fair elections. The President's recent actions, like declaring he alone can interpret laws, are outright unconstitutional power grabs that thre