Congressman Troy A. Carter, who represents Louisiana’s 2nd district in the U.S. Congress, recently addressed a range of issues on his official social media account, including political violence, the anniversary of September 11, and his vote on the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
On September 10, 2025, Carter commented on recent events involving Charlie Kirk by stating, “Violence is never the answer — not in politics, not in life. We can disagree without dehumanizing, and we can debate without destruction. My prayers are with Charlie Kirk and his family.”
The following day marked the anniversary of the September 11 attacks. On September 11, 2025, Carter posted: “September 11, 2001, is a day we will never forget. Today, we stand in solemn remembrance of the thousands of innocent lives lost and honor the heroism of the first responders who answered the call of duty. Our nation will forever carry their memory and sacrifice in our hearts.”
Later that same day, Carter announced his opposition to the NDAA bill for that year: “I voted ‘NO’ on the #NDAA. I greatly respect our armed forces, but voting for this bill would be a disservice to those who serve. Read my full statement: https://t.co/2ZfZZsGnpj https://t.co/1sAdzLp05h”
Carter has represented Louisiana’s 2nd District since 2021 after succeeding Cedric Richmond. He previously served in both chambers of Louisiana’s state legislature—the House from 1992 to 1994 and the Senate from 2016 to 2021. Born in New Orleans in 1963 and currently residing there at age 59, Carter earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Xavier University of Louisiana in 1986.
