SW Valley Times

Raúl M. Grijalva, a long-serving member of the U.S. Congress representing Arizona's 7th District, recently expressed his views on several actions by the Trump administration through a series of tweets. Grijalva has been a vocal critic of policies he perceives as detrimental to working families and overreaching in nature.

On February 3, 2025, Grijalva addressed an issue regarding USAID, stating "Dismantling USAID and turning foreign aid over to private billionaires is NOT legal. USAID is authorized and funded by Congress. This is a complete overreach by the Trump administration." His tweet suggests concern about potential shifts in foreign aid management away from government oversight.

Later that day, he commented on trade policies, asserting that "Trump's tariffs will hurt hardworking families." This statement indicates his opposition to tariff measures implemented by the Trump administration due to their potential economic impact on American families.

The following day, on February 4, 2025, Grijalva highlighted Democratic efforts against these tariffs: "For the second time this week, Democrats stood up for working people and forced Trump to back down. His reckless tariffs would’ve raised prices on food, gas, and housing—hurting everyday families and costing jobs. Democrats will continue fighting for taxpayers." In this message, he underscores the role of Democrats in opposing tariff-related policies that could have increased living costs for citizens.