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Senator Elissa Slotkin, a representative of Michigan's 7th district in the U.S. Congress since 2019, has expressed strong opposition to a recent bill passed under President Trump. Her series of tweets from July 2, 2025, outline her concerns regarding the implications of this legislative move.

On July 2, 2025, Senator Slotkin voiced her disapproval by stating "No matter which way you slice it, the President just rammed through a bill that will make Michiganders pay in every part of their lives. All so the wealthiest among us can get a tax break." This tweet suggests that the legislation could impose financial burdens on Michigan residents while benefiting wealthy individuals with tax reductions.

Later that day, at 16:29 UTC, she further criticized the President's promises during his election campaign. She wrote "President Trump won this election because he said he would put more money in your pocket. It is BS. On one thing after another, his bill is going to TAKE money from your pocket." According to Slotkin, contrary to Trump's assurances of economic benefits for citizens, the bill would instead financially disadvantage them.

By evening at 21:00 UTC on July 2nd, Slotkin highlighted another significant concern about healthcare coverage due to the new bill. She tweeted "My problem with President Trump's bill: It kicks people off their health care to pay for a tax cut for the wealthy." This message underscores her apprehension about potential negative impacts on healthcare accessibility for some individuals as a result of prioritizing tax cuts for wealthier citizens.

Elissa Slotkin was born in New York City and now resides in Lansing. A graduate from Cornell University with a Bachelor’s degree obtained in 1998, she replaced former U.S Congress member Mike Bishop when she began serving her current term representing Michigan’s 7th District.