Rick Larsen, a U.S. Congressman representing Washington’s 2nd District since 2001, has recently shared his thoughts on various topics through a series of tweets. Known for his tenure in the Snohomish County Council from 1998 to 2001 and his educational background with a BA from Pacific Lutheran University, Larsen’s social media posts reflect both celebratory and critical tones.
On February 2, 2025, Rep. Rick Larsen expressed his joy in seeing community participation at the fourth annual Edmonds Lunar New Year Market. He wished everyone a “happy, healthy and prosperous New Year,” celebrating the start of the Year of the Snake. The tweet can be viewed here.
In a tweet posted on February 3, 2025, Larsen criticized what he termed as “Round Two of the Republican Rip-Off.” He accused former President Trump of empowering an unelected billionaire with conflicts of interest that threaten Social Security and Medicare benefits as well as national security by interfering with USAID. The post is available here.
Also on February 3, Larsen shared feedback from constituents frustrated with what he calls the “Republican Rip-Off.” He criticized the current administration for not taking action to reduce costs or create jobs while causing confusion and chaos. He urged others to join him in opposing these policies. The full tweet can be accessed here.
