Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, who represents Florida’s 20th district, has been actively engaging with her constituents through social media. Her recent tweets highlight her ongoing efforts to support community initiatives and promote inclusivity.
On June 3, 2025, Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick emphasized the importance of South Florida nonprofits in the community, acknowledging their struggles with rising costs and limited funding. To address these challenges, she announced a Grant Funding Clinic scheduled for Thursday, June 12 at 6:00 PM in Fort Lauderdale. This initiative aims to help organizations access necessary funding. “South Florida nonprofits are essential to our community—but many are stretched thin, facing rising costs and limited funding.”
The following day, on June 4, she reaffirmed her commitment to supporting the LGBTQ+ community in South Florida. In her post, she expressed dedication to promoting diversity and equality within Congress and ensuring that every voice is heard and respected. “This month and every month, I am committed to standing with our South Floridian LGBTQ+ Community…”
Later on June 4, Cherfilus-McCormick voiced her outrage over an incident in Historic Overtown where a mural honoring Jackie Robinson and other Black history icons was defaced with racist graffiti. She condemned the act as a “vile act of hatred” and shared a link to her full statement regarding the incident. “I am outraged by the vile act of hatred committed in Historic Overtown…”
Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick has served in Congress since replacing Alcee Hastings in 2022. Born in Brooklyn in 1979, she resides in Miramar and holds degrees from Howard University and St. Thomas University.
