U.S. Rep. Emanuel Cleaver representing Missouri's 5th Congressional District | Official U.S. House headshot
U.S. Rep. Emanuel Cleaver representing Missouri's 5th Congressional District | Official U.S. House headshot
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver, a U.S. Congress member representing Missouri's 5th district since 2005, shared his perspectives on various political issues through a series of tweets on June 9, 2025.
In a tweet posted at 15:45 UTC, Rep. Cleaver emphasized the importance of peaceful protests and the role of law enforcement in preventing unnecessary escalation. He expressed concern that "the Trump administration is intentionally pouring fuel on the fire to create more chaos that will enable President Trump to crack down on his political" opponents.
Later in the day, at 17:34 UTC, Rep. Cleaver criticized President Trump's attempts to enact travel bans targeting specific ethnicities and religions globally. He described these actions as "divisive, un-American," urging those who support equal treatment under the law to condemn them.
In another tweet at 18:59 UTC, Rep. Cleaver advocated for the Job Corps program, highlighting its role in helping young Americans gain apprenticeships and valuable skills for lifelong careers in key industries. He stated his participation with hundreds of lawmakers in calling for restored funding from the Trump administration.
Emanuel Cleaver was born in Waxahachie, Texas in 1944 and currently resides in Kansas City. He holds a BS degree from Prairie View A&M University.
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