Hudson Today

Rep. Rob Menendez, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing New Jersey’s 8th district, has shared several tweets addressing various topics of public interest. Menendez, who took office in 2023 after replacing Albio Sires, has expressed sentiments on historical remembrance, community tragedies, and housing issues.

On December 8, 2024, Rep. Menendez commemorated Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day by acknowledging the sacrifice of service members and civilians. He stated: "On Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, we remember and mourn the 2,403 service-members and civilians who died. 83 years later, we will never forget the sacrifices of those from New Jersey and across the nation who served and made the ultimate sacrifice that day."

Later that day, he addressed a local tragedy affecting Hudson Catholic High School. In his tweet posted on December 8, 2024, he expressed condolences to affected families: "This is a heartbreaking tragedy for Hudson Catholic and our entire community. My thoughts are with the McKnight and Cunningham families and all those who knew, loved, and learned from them."

On December 9, 2024, Rep. Menendez highlighted issues related to affordable housing in his district. He announced his involvement with a Congressional caucus aimed at addressing these challenges: "Access to safe, affordable housing is a fundamental right—yet too many in NJ-08 struggle to find it. I’m proud to join the Congressional Yes In My Back Yard (YIMBY) Caucus. Together, we’ll work to remove barriers, promote housing development..."