Congressman Dwight Evans, representing Pennsylvania’s 3rd congressional district since 2016, used social media on April 17, 2025, to express his emphatic stance against specific legislative measures and to announce his latest initiative addressing gun violence.
In a post made on April 17, 2025, at 21:16:41 UTC, Evans stated, “Stories like hers are a major reason why I voted NO on the Republican budget that enables $880 billion in Medicaid cuts! (2/2) #MedicaidMatters.” This sentiment is shared by many who oppose reductions in Medicaid funding, underscoring the impact such budget cuts could have on health services for millions of Americans.
Later that evening, at 23:20:49 UTC, Evans highlighted the issue of gun violence, noting, “While gun violence is down in Philly and many other communities, it’s still far too common. Every year 100,000 people survive gun violence in America.” To address this ongoing concern, he announced the introduction of the Resources for Victims of Gun Violence Act, in collaboration with Senator Ed Markey, aiming to improve support systems for survivors of gun violence and their families.
The following tweet, posted at 23:21:28 UTC, contained only a link to additional resources related to the aforementioned legislative effort: https://t.co/PnfeNRbJxv.
Evans, a Philadelphia native born in 1954, has represented Pennsylvania’s 3rd District since he succeeded Chaka Fattah in 2016. Prior to that, he served in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives for 35 years. Evans received his Bachelor of Arts from La Salle University in 1975 and remains an active figure in the legislative dealings pertinent to his constituency.
