Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon, representing Pennsylvania’s 5th district, has been actively engaging with her constituents and addressing various issues through social media. Her recent tweets provide insights into her involvement in infrastructure projects, upcoming public discussions, and her stance on political matters.
On March 3, 2025, Scanlon shared her participation in a local event regarding infrastructure development. She stated, “I joined local and state officials to view recent demolition and progress at the Sellers Avenue Bridge reconstruction over SEPTA and Amtrak lines – a complicated project! The bridge was originally built in 1904 but is being rebuilt to ensure structural integrity for drivers and…” This highlights her focus on ensuring safe transportation infrastructure.
The following day, March 4, 2025, she announced an upcoming tele-town hall aimed at discussing litigation related to the Trump Administration. She invited the public by saying, “TOMORROW: Join us for a tele-town hall focused on litigation and the Trump Administration. I’ll join my colleagues @RepHoulahan, @RepDean, and @RepJoeNeguse alongside special guest Professor David Vladeck. Dial 855-731-4616 at 6 p.m. to join the conversation RSVP here:…” This indicates her commitment to facilitating dialogue on significant national issues.
On March 5, 2025, Congresswoman Scanlon addressed concerns about actions taken during Trump’s presidency by introducing Jay “Smitty” Smith as her guest for a joint address. She expressed her views by stating, “My guest for tonight’s joint address is Jay ‘Smitty’ Smith, a Navy vet recently terminated from IRS’s Taxpayer Advocate Service as part of Trump’s IRS purge. No matter what lies Trump tells tonight, nothing can change the damage he’s already done. Together we’ll keep fighting…” This reflects her ongoing opposition to certain policies enacted under the previous administration.
