North Broward News

Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, representative for Florida’s 20th district, addressed various issues through her social media communications this week. As a member of the U.S. Congress since 2022, she has been vocal about her stance on international diplomacy, social security, and arms trafficking.

On April 15, Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick called for a robust diplomatic strategy. "At a @HouseForeign hearing last month, I raised serious concerns about how reducing our diplomatic footprint would force us to cede our ground worldwide. Now is not a time to retreat but to put forth an aggressive diplomatic plan that will stop China’s diplomatic influence," she stated, emphasizing the importance of maintaining and expanding the United States' international influence.

The same day, Cherfilus-McCormick reaffirmed her support for social security programs. "FL-20 has made its stance clear: Social Security is not up for grabs," she asserted, adding, "As I told Kings Point residents today in Tamarac, I’ll defend the lifeline programs that you’ve been paying into since the day you started working." Her message underscores a commitment to protecting these programs for constituents.

On April 16, she highlighted an issue concerning firearms and crime in the Caribbean. "ICYMI: More than three-quarters of firearms recovered from Caribbean arms trafficking can be traced back to the United States," she mentioned. Cherfilus-McCormick introduced the #CASTAct to combat the illegal flow of firearms into illicit channels.

As a representative who began her congressional service in 2022 and living in Miramar, Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick continues to engage actively in crucial national and international issues. At 44, her background spans education at Howard University and St. Thomas University, leading to her current political role.