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Rep. Emanuel Cleaver, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Missouri’s 5th district, recently shared his thoughts on social media regarding labor policies and the political dynamics surrounding them. The tweets focus on Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer and her stance on labor reforms, contrasting it with former President Donald Trump's agenda.

On November 25, 2024, Rep. Cleaver remarked on Rep. Chavez-DeRemer's past support for labor policies, stating that it "stands in stark contrast to Trump’s pro-corporate agenda." He expressed skepticism about whether this support represents a genuine effort to aid workers or if it is "simply a distraction from their Big Business agenda." "However, Rep. Chavez-DeRemer's past support for good labor policy stands in stark contrast to Trump’s pro-corporate agenda."

In another post from the same day, Cleaver highlighted the significance of the PRO Act in leveling the playing field for working-class Americans. He noted that 216 House Democrats back this legislation and expressed hope that Rep. Chavez-DeRemer would act as a bridge to garner more Republican support. "The PRO Act implements critical reforms to level the playing field for working class Americans—which is why 216 @HouseDemocrats support the legislation."

Cleaver also pointed out that Rep. Chavez-DeRemer is one of only three House Republicans supporting the PRO Act, indicating her commitment to prioritizing workers over politics. He encouraged her continued collaboration with Democrats to further advance pro-labor reforms beneficial to workers."Rep. Chavez-DeRemer is 1 of only 3 House Republicans to support the PRO Act, demonstrating a willingness to put #PeopleOverPolitics and support policies that prioritize workers."