Capitol News

Senator Elissa Slotkin, a member of the U.S. Congress representing Michigan's 7th district, recently took to social media to express her concerns over various national issues. Her comments focused on the vulnerability of American supply chains, trade policies, and budgetary decisions affecting social services.

On June 6, 2025, Senator Slotkin addressed the issue of supply chain neglect in the United States. She highlighted how "years of neglect of our supply chains have left America vulnerable to an economic veto from China." The senator pointed out that rare earth minerals are now a concern and emphasized that "Michigan's auto industry is in danger," noting that companies might be forced to open factories abroad due to these vulnerabilities. Read more.

In a subsequent post on the same day, Senator Slotkin criticized current trade policies and administrative strategies. She stated that "this is what happens when you combine sloppy trade policy with this Administration's chaotic approach." She urged for focus on strengthening American supply chains by stating, "we cannot take our eye off the ball here. We need to invest in American supply chains." Read more.

Later in the day, Slotkin turned her attention to domestic policy matters concerning healthcare and food assistance programs. Criticizing President Trump's budget bill, she argued that it results in people losing their health care and food assistance benefits as a means "to pay for a tax cut for the wealthy." Read more.

Elissa Slotkin has been serving Michigan’s 7th district since 2019 after replacing former congressman Mike Bishop. Born in New York City in 1976 and currently residing in Lansing, she holds a BA from Cornell University.