Thomas Barrett, U.S. Representative of Michigan's 7th Congressional District | https://barrett.house.gov/
Thomas Barrett, U.S. Representative of Michigan's 7th Congressional District | https://barrett.house.gov/
Congressman Tom Barrett shared a series of tweets on June 14, 2025, addressing significant national themes. The tweets reflect on the history and values of the United States while also condemning acts of domestic terrorism.
In a post celebrating the U.S. Army's milestone, Congressman Barrett stated, "Today, we salute the greatest fighting force to ever walk the earth. Happy 250th Birthday to the @USArmy!" This tweet was posted at 13:23 UTC.
Later in the day, at 16:12 UTC, Barrett addressed an incident of violence, declaring that "The use of violence for political purposes is domestic terrorism, plain and simple." He expressed his strong condemnation and emphasized that such actions should be concerning to all Americans irrespective of their political beliefs. Barrett also called for swift justice regarding the incident.
At 18:47 UTC, Barrett tweeted about the symbolism of the American flag. He remarked that "The American flag is more than just fabric and stitching–it represents the values that generations of Americans have fought to defend." He reminded followers that liberty is a value that requires protection and should not be taken for granted.
These statements from Congressman Barrett highlight ongoing issues related to national security and patriotism within the United States.
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