Hudson Today

Rep. Rob Menendez, who assumed office in 2023 to represent New Jersey’s 8th district, shares his concerns through a series of tweets regarding current national challenges and legislative actions. Born in Hudson County, New Jersey, in 1985, and currently residing in Jersey City, Menendez graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a BA in 2008 and earned a JD from Rutgers University-Newark in 2011.

Menendez addressed the challenges the nation faces on Twitter on April 10, 2025, highlighting a hearing by the House Energy and Commerce Committee. He noted, "We have so many challenges as a nation that we need to take on - together. But today’s @EnergyCommerce hearing was another example of Republicans’ refusal to call out the immense harm that the Trump Administration is causing to our country. If Republicans are going to sit idly by".

In a subsequent tweet on the same day, Menendez questioned the practice of charging high overdraft fees by banks in light of a recent congressional decision. He stated, "Do you believe banks should charge excessive overdraft fees — even if you're just a few dollars short? I don’t, which is why I voted against House Republicans' attempt to undo protections put in place by the Biden Administration. The fight continues and @HouseDemocrats will".

Later that day, Menendez raised concerns about voter rights in connection with a bill passed by House Republicans. He tweeted, "Recently married and changed your name? No passport? Can’t find your birth certificate? House Rs passed a bill to take away your right to vote. This doesn’t make our elections more secure. It makes it more difficult and costly for Americans to participate in our elections. That’s".

Menendez, who succeeded Albio Sires, remains vocal on various issues, continuing to represent the interests of his constituents in New Jersey’s 8th district.