Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon, representing Pennsylvania’s 5th district since 2018, has been active on social media addressing various issues. Her recent tweets cover topics ranging from legislative matters to expressions of sympathy for those affected by natural disasters.
On July 5, 2025, Scanlon addressed inquiries about the authorship of Trump’s OBBB (One Big Bad Bill). She pointed out that “the NRA is celebrating its repeal of gun violence prevention laws that have been in place for nearly a century.”
In another tweet dated July 7, 2025, she clarified misconceptions regarding the OBBB’s impact on social security taxes. She stated emphatically that “OBBB does not eliminate taxes on social security.” She labeled any contrary claims as falsehoods.
On July 8, 2025, Scanlon expressed her condolences and support for those affected by tragic events in Central Texas. She tweeted about the “destruction and loss of life,” offering thoughts to victims and gratitude towards first responders engaged in rescue operations.
Mary Gay Scanlon was born in Watertown, New York in 1959 and currently resides in Swarthmore. She holds a BA from Colgate University and a JD from the University of Pennsylvania.
