Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, who represents Florida’s 20th district in the U.S. Congress, addressed the ongoing government shutdown through a series of social media posts on February 14 and 15, 2026.
On February 14, Cherfilus-McCormick released an official statement regarding the situation: “My Statement on the Government Shutdown. #SCM #FL20 https://t.co/YQm0KPOskT”.
Later that day, she highlighted the impact of the shutdown on federal employees and their families. In her post dated February 14, she stated: “In a moment when families are already stretched thin, missing a paycheck is the last thing ourfederal employees need. #GovernmentShutdown #SCM #FL20”.
On February 15, Cherfilus-McCormick emphasized a balanced approach to addressing the crisis. She wrote: “We can fund the government, protect workers, and demand accountability all at the same time. #GovernmentShutdown #SCM #FL20”.
Cherfilus-McCormick has represented Florida’s 20th District in Congress since 2022 after succeeding Alcee Hastings. She previously served in the Florida House of Representatives and holds degrees from Howard University and St. Thomas University. Born in Brooklyn in 1979, she now resides in Miramar.
