Rep. Jennifer McClellan

Rural farmers and ranchers serve as the backbone of the American economy. I joined @repshontelbrown.bsky.social and Rep. Salinas to introduce the Farming Opportunities Training and Outreach Grant Program Reauthorization Act to preserve one of our nation’s most vital sectors.

The Congressional App Challenge encourages students to flex their coding skills and turn their ideas into reality. I caught up with Akash, last year’s winner for VA-04, to hear about his experience coding Elderlink AR. Submit your app BY NOON TODAY and get involved!

In 2018, the Virginia General Assembly expanded Medicaid on a bipartisan basis. In 2025, Virginia Republicans in Congress voted for the largest Medicaid cuts in American history. I joined the @protectourcare.org “Sick of It” Bus Tour in Virginia Beach to show how these cuts endanger Virginians.

America has a maternal mortality crisis. The health care cuts in the Republicans’ Big Ugly Law are making it worse. During the @protectourcare.org “Sick of It” Bus Tour stop in Williamsburg, I explained how.

Early detection saves lives. This #NationalMammographyDay, prioritize your health, schedule your mammogram and stay informed about warning signs of breast cancer.

In Trump’s economy, here are 5 things that aren’t worth the money.

Trump and Congressional Republicans have worsened the health care crisis by slashing over $1 trillion from Medicaid to give to billionaires. I joined @bobbyscott.house.gov, state officials, patients and advocates for the @protectourcare.org “Sick of It” Bus Tour to call on Congress to act now.

Amidst a crisis that forces millions to pay more for groceries, gas and more, nearly half of Virginia households can’t get enough to eat. Food assistance organizations can’t meet the demand. Meanwhile, Republicans cut food assistance to fund tax breaks for billionaires and wars that drive up costs.

Another disturbing example of the Trump Administration weaponizing federal agencies to go after his political enemies… three weeks before an election. You expect this outrageous behavior from fascist dictators. It has no place in American democracy. I stand with @repilhan.bsky.social.

Happy #IndigenousPeoplesDay! Virginia has eleven tribes recognized by the Commonwealth, seven of which are federally recognized. Each has played a pivotal role in shaping our history for thousands of years. Today, we celebrate their rich histories, cultures and traditions.

Another busy week during the district work period, here's what New Dems were up to!

I’m back in Henrico County today to announce the final 2026 Community Project Funding grants! I delivered $250,000 to Richmond International Airport to replace deteriorating pavement and just over $1 million to @henricogovernment.bsky.social to extend county water services to 143 properties.

Clap if you’re against… the Trump Administration kicking 750,000 Americans off their health insurance.

The House is in recess through the November midterms, but I’m still busy at work for Virginia’s Fourth District. Here’s what I’ve been up to.

In a government by, of and for the people, the right to vote is sacred. That’s why today I joined Reps. Morelle, Walkinshaw, Scott, Subramanyam and Vindman for a shadow hearing on the importance of securing our elections and protecting the integrity of American democracy.

As a state senator, I was proud to carry the legislation making Virginia the 38th and final state necessary to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment in 2020. RATIFIED tells the story of how we did it. I joined the filmmaker and members of the team for a screening and discussion.

For our next episode of Moments with McClellan, I was thrilled to catch up with my old friend and now Lieutenant Governor: @ltgovhashmi.bsky.social! We discuss our time together in the Corner Caucus, how being a “mild-mannered English teacher” prepared her for public office and more.

This #WorldHeartDay, don’t miss a beat!  Recognize the risks posed by cardiovascular disease, build healthier lifestyle habits and seek preventative care to stay heart healthy.

Today, we honor the Gold Star mothers and families whose loved ones made the ultimate sacrifice in service of their country. Thank you for your courage and resilience in the face of profound loss.

For over a thousand years before European settlers arrived, the Chickahominy people lived along the Chickahominy River. This weekend, I joined the 74th Annual Chickahominy Indian Tribe Fall Festival & Pow-Wow to bring greetings and celebrate their history, culture and traditions.

During this year’s National Food Safety Month, it seems like we face a new food recall or foodborne illness every day after waves of mass layoffs and funding cuts at the FDA. Here are just a few of the recalls you may have missed.

The CEOs of Anthropic, OpenAI and xAI have called for greater government oversight of frontier AI models. President Trump dismissed these concerns as a “conspiracy.” Congress seems asleep at the wheel. Read more in my newsletter below ⬇️

Republicans failed to repeal the ACA because it’s popular. Instead, they have tried to inflict death by a thousand cuts through as many schemes as they can to undermine it. Everyone deserves to access the care they need it when they need it. I’ll keep fighting to ensure they get it.

The Freedom Riders faced a violent backlash across the Deep South leading to the ban on racial discrimination in interstate transportation and terminal facilities on this day 65 years ago. We can repay that debt by fighting to ensure the progress they gained does not slip away.

Despite much work left to be done, last week was the House’s final week in session before the midterms. Keep watching to see what you missed.