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Emanuel Cleaver, a member of the U.S. Congress representing Missouri's 5th District since 2005, shared his views on several pressing issues via social media posts. Born in Waxahachie, Texas in 1944 and residing in Kansas City, Cleaver has been vocal about economic policies affecting American families and businesses.

On July 9, 2025, Cleaver expressed concern over Republican efforts to undermine the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). He stated that "The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau was created after the Financial Crisis to hold Wall Street and giant corporations accountable when ripping off American consumers. By gutting the agency, Republicans are making it easier for these practices to resume."

Later that day, Cleaver criticized the president's tariff policies. In his post dated July 9, 2025, he noted that "The president promised he would lower costs for hardworking families. Instead, his tariff taxes are increasing prices on everything from housing to household electronics. It’s going to hurt American families and small businesses across the country."

On July 10, 2025, Cleaver highlighted a positive development for Kansas City resulting from federal legislation. He mentioned that "Thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, KC has been awarded $3.5M to clean up brownfield sites across the city, helping to boost economic development & spur more investment in our communities." He expressed pride in contributing to securing this funding for Missouri's 5th district.

Cleaver graduated from Prairie View A&M University with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1972.