Rep. McNally Responds to Continuous Constituent Concerns Over Federal Government, Calls on Congressional Delegation to Act Against Trump Administration Overreach
COLUMBUS – State Rep. Lauren McNally (D-Youngstown) today responded to growing concerns from constituents in Ohio’s 58th district, worried about events in the federal government.
“I hear you and I am hearing these concerns. My state office has nowhere near the bandwidth of these federal offices, and it is important to me that people know who represents them and who should be solving problems with the federal government,” said Rep. McNally. “People in my district are calling my office with valid concerns that are handled by those elected to the federal level. They’re elected officials, not Elon Musk. They need to be answering their phones and making their positions on what is happening clear for the people they represent to understand.”
In a joint letter alongside 17 members of the Ohio House and Ohio Senate, Rep McNally urged swift and decisive action from the state’s congressional delegation, reasserting the role of Congress in the face of recent actions by President Trump. The letter calls for a unified effort to counteract a troubling pattern of executive overreach and emphasizes that the separation of powers is a cornerstone of American democracy that must be protected to maintain the balance between branches of government.
Key concerns outlined in the letter include:
- Federal Funding Freeze: On January 27, 2025, the Office of Management and Budget directed a halt to legally appropriated federal funding, undermining Congress’ constitutional power of the purse.
- Dismissal of Inspector Generals: On January 24, 2025, the administration dismissed 17 inspector generals without providing Congress with proper notice or justification, violating legal protocols meant to ensure government oversight.
- Expansion of Executive Power: The administration has asserted broad, unchecked executive authority, including suspending laws and dismissing personnel outside of legal procedures, eroding the legislative branch’s role in lawmaking.