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, who represents Missouri’s 5th district in the U.S. Congress, posted a series of statements on October 1, 2025, addressing concerns about recent political developments and extending holiday wishes to his constituents.
In a post at 18:01 UTC, Cleaver criticized current economic policies and their impact on American families: "As the president and Republicans in Congress enact tariff taxes and gut the healthcare of American families, prices are rising, small businesses are hurting, and workers are struggling to find jobs. Another Republican shutdown will only exacerbate these challenges."
Later that day at 19:29 UTC, he addressed the possibility of a federal government shutdown: "Republicans are happy to shut down the federal government, hurting millions of Americans, because it means they can mass fire more hardworking public servants. It’s shameful."
Cleaver also took time at 20:28 UTC to mark Yom Kippur with a message for those observing in his district and beyond: "Wishing all those observing in #MO05 and around the world a meaningful Yom Kippur. G'mar Chatima Tovah!"
Emanuel Cleaver has represented Missouri's 5th District since 2005 after succeeding Karen McCarthy. He was born in Waxahachie, Texas in 1944 and currently resides in Kansas City. Cleaver earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Prairie View A&M University in 1972.
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