Nola Reporter

Congressman Troy A. Carter, representing Louisiana's 2nd district in the U.S. Congress, has been actively engaging with his constituents and addressing key issues through social media. His recent tweets highlight discussions on mental health, Medicare enrollment, and his new leadership role within the Congressional Black Caucus.

On December 3, 2024, Congressman Carter shared insights from a discussion he had during the Bayou Classic event. He stated, "Last week during @BayouClassic74, I joined @docgriggs1 to discuss #MentalHealth, its disproportionate impact on young Black men, the @988Lifeline, and other critical issues affecting the health of our community."

The following day, December 4, 2024, he reminded his constituents about the ongoing Medicare Open Enrollment period. He tweeted: "Reminder #LA02: @MedicareGov #OpenEnrollment is happening until Dec 7! I’m proud to have worked with the @WhiteHouse and @HouseDemocrats to strengthen Medicare and help seniors save thousands on prescriptions." He encouraged individuals to visit a specific website for more information.

Later that same day, Congressman Carter expressed gratitude for being appointed as First Vice-Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus. He conveyed his appreciation in a tweet saying: "I am humbled and grateful for the opportunity to serve as First Vice-Chair in the powerhouse institution that is the @TheBlackCaucus." He also provided a link for readers to access his full statement regarding this new role.