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Rep. Joe Courtney, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Connecticut’s 2nd district, has been active on social media recently, commenting on national issues and local sports. Through his tweets, he has communicated his perspectives on government actions and shared his support for the UConn Huskies basketball team. Courtney, who replaced Rob Simmons in Congress in 2007, has a rich background in politics and law, having graduated from Tufts University and the University of Connecticut.

On March 31, 2025, Courtney criticized an executive order by President Trump and Education Secretary McMahon aiming to shut down the Education Department. He stated that the administration's promise that this order would not affect children's chances of success is inaccurate, describing the order as "illegal" and explaining its potential consequences.

On April 1, 2025, Courtney voiced his concerns through a tweet about President Trump’s executive orders. He noted that over 100 orders have been signed without reducing costs, as inflation rises and consumer confidence declines. Courtney argues that new tariffs labeled "Liberation Day" will exacerbate these issues, calling on Congress to take action to stop the tariffs and prevent chaos.

Later that same day, Courtney commented on sports, celebrating a significant victory of the UConn Huskies. He praised the team for their win over USC, who played without their star player, JuJu Watkins. Courtney highlighted the performances of first-year Sarah Strong and Paige, expressing his enthusiasm as the team advanced to the Final Four.