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Steve Cohen criticizes Trump/Musk policies; praises Memphis basketball

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Steve Cohen U.S. House of Representatives from Tennessee's 9th district | Official U.S. House Headshot

Steve Cohen U.S. House of Representatives from Tennessee's 9th district | Official U.S. House Headshot

Steve Cohen, a U.S. Congressman representing Tennessee's 9th district, shared his views on social media regarding current political and social issues. His comments, posted on February 9 and February 11, 2025, reflect his concerns about national policies and local community matters.

On February 9, 2025, Cohen criticized the rhetoric from the Trump/Musk team concerning waste, fraud, and abuse. He stated: "Bull —— all over the airwaves and in print from Trump/Musk team re: waste, fraud, and abuse. It’s all a ruse to find money to give billionaires a massive tax giveaway, a tax scam conning the middle and working class to create more power in the elite 1%. Wake up to what’s…”

Later that day, Cohen expressed appreciation for Hubie Brown in relation to Memphis basketball culture. He remarked: "Memphis loves Hubie Brown. Our coach with the #Memphis #grizzlies" This highlights his engagement with local sports communities.

On February 11, 2025, Cohen reiterated his concerns about actions by Trump and Musk affecting various societal groups. He tweeted: "Trump/Musk are recklessly destroying our government without understanding or empathy. Farmers, seniors, first responders are victims as is our standing in the world so as to provide millionaires and billionaires with tax giveaways."

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