Rep. Nydia Velázquez, U.S. Congresswoman representing New York’s 7th district since 1993, posted a series of updates on February 25, 2026, addressing political issues, student opportunities, and local appropriations.
In an early morning post, Velázquez commented on former President Donald Trump: “Trump talking about waste, fraud, and abuse is rich as his family has made billions off crypto schemes and foreign deals since taking office. JD should start in the White House.” (February 25, 2026).
Later that day, she invited students to an upcoming event: “Are you a high school or college student? Join me this Saturday, Feb. 28 for a Student Internship & Resource Fair! Connect with opportunities and resources to help you build your future. 12-3 PM Franklin K. Lane Educational Campus, 999 Jamaica Ave, Brooklyn” (February 25, 2026).
In her final post of the day, Velázquez announced open appropriations requests: “Appropriations requests for FY 2027 are now open! If your organization has a project that would benefit NY-07, we want to hear from you. More information here “ (February 25, 2026).
Nydia Velázquez was born in Yabucoa, Puerto Rico in 1953 and currently resides in Brooklyn. She earned her BA from the University of Puerto Rico in Río Piedras in 1974.
