“We’re just in the second week of the Trump presidency, yet we’re already witnessing the chaos resulting from his misaligned priorities. The federal funding freeze announced today is disheartening, and without this vital support, social services for millions could be in jeopardy. The effects of this vague, overreaching directive are already being felt. Medicaid reimbursement portals are down nationwide, threatening delays in reimbursements. I will not stand by while the government is weaponized against the people, especially the senior community and those facing financial hardship.

“This funding has already been approved by Congress, and withholding it is a direct attack on the taxpayer. I am continuing to monitor this situation closely and fully support the federal delegation to fight this reckless action and ensure the needs of our most vulnerable citizens are met.”