Pontiac Times

Representative Lisa McClain, serving Michigan's 9th district in the U.S. Congress since 2021, has recently made several statements on social media concerning political and fiscal issues. Her comments have sparked discussions regarding President Trump's agenda, fiscal responsibility, and educational spending.

On February 12, 2025, Representative McClain expressed her support for advancing former President Trump's agenda. She stated that the current developments "unlock the process on delivering President Trump's FULL agenda." The full tweet can be viewed here.

Later that day, she criticized Democrats for their stance on government spending. In a tweet posted at 23:46 UTC, she claimed that Democrats are advocating for "waste, fraud, and abuse," accusing them of fearmongering and wanting to misuse taxpayer dollars. She contrasted this with the goals of the House GOP to "SAVE TRILLIONS" by rooting out wasteful spending. The complete statement is available here.

On February 13, 2025, Representative McClain addressed spending by the Department of Education on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs. She noted that more than a billion taxpayer dollars are spent annually on these initiatives—$489 million on DEI hiring and $343 million on DEI programs—with an additional $169 million allocated for mental health programs. McClain advocated for schools to prioritize subjects like math and reading to enhance student competitiveness. Her detailed remarks can be accessed here.