U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres Representative for New York's 15th congressional district | Twitter Website
U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres Representative for New York's 15th congressional district | Twitter Website
Rep. Ritchie Torres, a member of the U.S. Congress representing New York's 15th district, has been active on social media discussing various topics from cultural celebrations to political issues. His tweets offer insight into his priorities and engagements with his constituents.
On January 30, 2025, Rep. Torres extended well wishes for the Lunar New Year, stating: "Wishing a joyful and prosperous Lunar New Year to all who celebrate! May this year bring renewal, resilience, and opportunity to you and your loved ones. Gong Xi Fa Cai!"
In a tweet posted on January 31, 2025, he shared details about a press conference he held that morning: "This morning, I held a press conference calling on President Trump to stop attacking federal funding and attempting to defund the State and City of New York. I was joined by a coalition of Bronx community members who rely on federal funding for crucial social services."
On February 2, 2025, Rep. Torres commented on recent polling data regarding American views towards Israel and Hamas: "According to the Harvard-Harris poll, 79% of Americans favor Israel over Hamas—including 75% of Democrats and 81% of Republicans, making it overwhelmingly bipartisan. The Anti-Israel movement commands a greater following on Twitter, Twitch, and TikTok than it does in the real..."
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