U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres Representative for New York's 15th congressional district | Official U.S. House headshot
U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres Representative for New York's 15th congressional district | Official U.S. House headshot
Ritchie Torres, a U.S. Congressman representing New York's 15th district, has recently shared his views on various topics through social media. Torres, who succeeded José E. Serrano in 2021, is known for his active engagement with constituents and commentary on national issues.
On March 15, 2025, Torres expressed concern over the objectives of DOGE, stating that its aim is to "cripple the ability of the federal government to govern." The statement was made via Twitter.
The following day, March 16, 2025, he paid tribute to Congresswoman Nita Lowey by acknowledging her as a "trailblazer and the best of New York." He extended his condolences to her family and emphasized that her leadership and legacy would endure for generations. This message was shared through Twitter.
Later on March 16, Torres announced that he had written to Governor Hochul urging her to authorize a Public Private Partnership (P3) for redeveloping Penn Station. He described this initiative as potentially being "the single greatest catalyst for the revitalization of New York City in a post-COVID world." This appeal was also communicated via Twitter.
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