Naugatuck Times

Jahana Hayes, a member of the U.S. Congress representing Connecticut's 5th district, recently addressed several issues through her social media platform. Her statements touched on various subjects including federal funding, administrative actions, and a tragic accident.

On January 29, 2025, Hayes provided an update regarding services from the Department of Veterans Affairs amidst a pause in federal loans and grants. She assured beneficiaries that "VA health care, benefits and services for beneficiaries will not be affected by the pause in federal loans and grants." She also mentioned that her office would relay any communications received from federal agencies.

Later that day, she released a statement addressing the current administration's financial decisions. Hayes described it as "the Trump Administration Funding Freeze Chaos," though no further details were included in the tweet.

On January 30, 2025, Hayes expressed her condolences to those affected by a plane crash involving American Airlines passengers and Army soldiers in Washington D.C. She stated "My heart goes out to the families of the American Airlines passengers and Army soldiers involved in last night's plane crash in Washington, DC. I am grateful to the first responders who acted swiftly and continue to manage the situation. My continued prayers go out to all."