Dakota Times

U.S. Representative Angie Craig, who has represented Minnesota’s 2nd district in Congress since 2019, posted a series of tweets on September 24 and 25, 2025, criticizing President Trump and Republican policies.

On September 24, Craig addressed the current political climate by stating, "Political violence is at an all-time high – and instead of working to unite the American people, our President is waging war on anyone who opposes him. This is not how a democracy works."

The following day, she responded to ongoing economic issues by posting, "You’re right. So how about you reverse your disastrous trade policies that caused this crisis?" Later that same day, Craig criticized the administration's approach to federal workers during government funding negotiations: "Let me get this straight. President Trump and Republicans are refusing to do their jobs and keep the government open, so they’re (again) threatening to illegally fire people who work day in and day out helping their fellow Americans? The President is using federal workers and"

Craig’s comments come amid heightened partisan tensions in Washington as lawmakers debate measures to avoid a government shutdown. Her statements reflect broader concerns among Democrats regarding recent trade policy decisions and the treatment of federal employees during budget disputes.

Angie Craig was born in West Helena, Arkansas in 1972 and currently resides in Prior Lake. She graduated from the University of Memphis with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1994.