Toledo Reporter

Marcy Kaptur, a seasoned U.S. Congress member representing Ohio's 9th district since 1983, has taken to social media to voice her concerns regarding a recent legislative development. Born in Toledo, Ohio in 1946 and holding a BA from the University of Wisconsin–Madison, Kaptur has consistently represented her constituents' interests in Congress.

On June 4, 2025, Rep. Marcy Kaptur tweeted about the fiscal implications of the "One Big Beautiful Bill" passed by House Republicans. She stated that "Congress’s nonpartisan scorekeeper has confirmed that the 'One Big Beautiful Bill' House GOP passed will cost $2.4 TRILLION." Kaptur emphasized that this bill would significantly increase the deficit and negatively impact healthcare access for millions of Americans.

In another tweet on the same day, Kaptur criticized Republican leaders for their response to data shared by a nonpartisan budget office. She noted that "The GOP are now attacking the nonpartisan budget office for sharing the data." She underscored that this office is composed of independent experts and accused Republicans of attempting to discredit these findings due to unfavorable results.

Further elaborating on her stance against the bill, Kaptur highlighted its contents as being laden with unnecessary expenditures and private agreements. In her tweet, she referenced an opinion from Elon Musk who described it as a “pork-filled disgusting abomination.” She expressed concern over how this legislation benefits wealthy individuals while placing additional burdens on average families in Ohio under the guise of fiscal responsibility.

Marcy Kaptur's longstanding service since replacing Ed Weber demonstrates her deep-rooted connection to Ohio's 9th District and commitment to addressing economic disparities affecting her constituents.