Nola Reporter

Congressman Troy A. Carter, who has represented Louisiana's 2nd district since 2021 and has a long history of service in state legislation, expressed significant concerns via social media regarding federal funding decisions and proposed legislation. He shared his views in a series of tweets addressing key issues affecting Louisiana and national policy.

On April 9, 2025, Congressman Carter criticized the Musk-Trump Administration's decision to eliminate resiliency funding, which he argues is detrimental to communities working on disaster mitigation. He believes that investments such as BRIC funding from FEMA are crucial for states like Louisiana to prepare for natural disasters. Congressman Carter termed the decision as harmful and short-sighted. More information can be found in his tweet here.

A subsequent tweet on April 10, 2025, posted on the same platform mentioned a link without additional commentary. The tweet can be accessed here.

In another tweet on April 10, 2025, Congressman Carter strongly opposed the "SAVE Act," labeling it as a "modern-day poll tax" and asserting that it undermines election integrity and security. He emphasized that the bill is designed to suppress rather than protect. Further details of his statement are available here.

Congressman Troy A. Carter has been a significant political figure in Louisiana, having been active in public service roles, including in the U.S. Congress since replacing former U.S. Congress member Cedric Richmond. He also has prior experience in the Louisiana House of Representatives and the Louisiana Senate. Carter was born in New Orleans in 1963 and continues to reside there. He is an alumnus of Xavier University of Louisiana.