Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon, representing Pennsylvania’s 5th district, has been actively engaging with her constituents and international partners through various initiatives and meetings. On March 16, 2025, she shared her experiences from a recent meeting of the Congressional Youth Cabinet. “Just wrapped up our office’s monthly Congressional Youth Cabinet meeting with a fantastic group of young people who always give me a renewed sense of optimism about our leaders of tomorrow.” The congresswoman expressed her reflections as part of Civic Learning Week.
On March 18, 2025, Congresswoman Scanlon celebrated St. Patrick’s Day by highlighting the enduring friendship between the United States and Ireland. “Happy St. Patrick’s Day! As part of a longstanding tradition of deep friendship between the U.S. and Ireland, I recently had several opportunities to connect with Ireland’s leaders.” She emphasized that strengthening ties between the two nations benefits both countries.
Later on March 18, Congresswoman Scanlon addressed concerns regarding proposed Medicaid cuts by former President Donald Trump and Republican lawmakers. “Donald Trump and Republicans are plotting the largest Medicaid cut in history, all to give tax breaks to their billionaire donors.” She assured her constituents in Pennsylvania’s 5th district that she is actively opposing this initiative.
