Jahana Hayes, a member of the U.S. Congress representing Connecticut’s 5th district since 2019, recently shared insights on her engagements and initiatives through a series of tweets. Hayes, who succeeded Elizabeth Esty in Congress, has been actively involved in discussions addressing various socio-economic issues.
On May 7, 2025, Hayes expressed her appreciation for a conversation with Mothering Justice. She highlighted their efforts to empower mothers of color to tackle disparities and influence policy affecting their children and communities. “Appreciate the conversation with Mothering Justice about their work to empower mothers of color to address disparities and shape policy affecting their children and communities.”
The following day, May 8, she reported on a productive roundtable held by the Labor Caucus with United Auto Workers (UAW) President Shawn Fain. The discussion focused on bringing workers’ voices to Congress amidst economic challenges posed by tariffs. “The @Labor_Caucus held a productive roundtable with @UAW President Shawn Fain. Bringing the voices of workers & unions to Congress is necessary amidst the uncertainty Americans are facing with chaotic tariffs & a suffering economy.”
Later that day, Hayes encouraged followers to subscribe to her Weekly Wrap newsletter for updates on her congressional activities. She listed recent highlights including an Education and Workforce Budget markup session and advocating for the restoration of the Office of Civil Rights. “Are you subscribed for the Weekly Wrap? Sign up today to receive a full recap of my work in Congress straight to your inbox Highlights from last week: Ed & Workforce Budget markup Demanded that the Office of Civil Rights be restored HBCU”
Jahana Hayes was born in Waterbury, Connecticut in 1973 and currently resides in Wolcott. She graduated from Southern Connecticut State University in 2005 with a Bachelor’s degree.
