Josh Gottheimer U.S. House of Representatives from New Jersey's 5th district | Official U.S. House Headshot
Josh Gottheimer U.S. House of Representatives from New Jersey's 5th district | Official U.S. House Headshot
Josh Gottheimer, a U.S. Congressman representing New Jersey's 5th district, shared several statements on March 16, 2025, via social media. His posts addressed the passing of a colleague, potential economic impacts from tariffs, and congratulated a local student.
In a tweet posted at 16:37 UTC on March 16, Gottheimer expressed his sorrow over the death of Congresswoman Nita Lowey. He noted her significance as "a trailblazer in her own right," highlighting her role as the first woman to lead the House Appropriations Committee. "I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of my friend and a mentor to so many, Congresswoman Nita Lowey, who bravely fought breast cancer."
Later that day at 18:56 UTC, Gottheimer commented on new reports regarding President Trump's tariffs and their impact on car insurance rates in New Jersey. He criticized these measures by stating they would burden families financially without reducing costs. "New reporting shows President Trump’s tariffs would send Jersey car insurance rates soaring."
In another tweet at 21:34 UTC on March 16, he congratulated Eli Neibart from New Milford for winning the North Jersey Spelling Bee. Gottheimer encouraged Neibart as he prepared to compete in the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington. "Congratulations to Eli Neibart of New Milford on your well-earned win at the North Jersey Spelling Bee!"
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