Steve Cohen, U.S. Congressman representing Tennessee’s 9th district and a longtime Memphis resident, posted a series of statements on his social media account on September 18, 2025, addressing topics ranging from law enforcement to economic inequality and aviation policy.
In an early morning post, Cohen commented on the role of federal agencies in public safety: “The FBI, DEA, and ATF are trained in law enforcement. They know Miranda rights, they know policing, they CAN help cities lower crime. But the National Guard isn’t trained for that, as even Kash Patel knows. Memphis needs real law enforcement partnership—not political stunts.” (September 18, 2025)
Later that day, Cohen referenced historical and contemporary figures to critique current economic trends: “Pope Leo warned when wealth is prized above values, society is in trouble. He’s right. Musk chasing a trillion—and a President cashing in on crypto—prove how warped it’s become. Billionaires don’t pay a fair share in taxes. That’s why @RonWyden & I introduced the Billionaire” (September 18, 2025)
In the evening, Cohen addressed concerns about air travel during government shutdowns: “Air travel is too vital to be held hostage to shutdown politics. The Aviation Funding Stability Act I introduced today w/ @RepAndreCarson keeps the FAA running even in a shutdown — so planes stay in the air, inspections continue, and workers get paid. Shutdowns can’t be allowed” (September 18, 2025)
Steve Cohen has represented Tennessee’s 9th District in Congress since 2007 after succeeding Harold Ford Jr., following more than two decades of service in the Tennessee Senate from 1983 to 2003. Born in Memphis in 1949 and residing there currently at age 73, Cohen holds degrees from Vanderbilt University and the University of Memphis.
