Duval Times

Rep. John Rutherford, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Florida's 5th district, has been actively sharing his views and initiatives on social media. His recent tweets highlight his involvement in legislative activities and commemorate significant figures.

On February 4, 2025, Rep. Rutherford announced the relaunch of the bipartisan Congressional Deaf Caucus with co-chair Rep. Mark Takano. He expressed enthusiasm about advocating for accessibility policies and strengthening ties between Congress members and Deaf constituents. "I'm proud to relaunch the bipartisan Congressional Deaf Caucus with my co-chair, @RepMarkTakano. Looking forward working together to advocate for accessibility policies & bolstering the relationship between members of Congress & Deaf constituents."

On February 6, 2025, he commemorated Ronald Reagan Day in Florida by reflecting on President Reagan's contributions to economic growth and national defense. "President Ronald Reagan believed in peace through strength and focused on economic growth, creating jobs, and bolstering our national defense." He emphasized honoring Reagan's legacy that continues to influence future generations.

Later that day, Rep. Rutherford shared his support for law enforcement by voting for the HALT Fentanyl Act aimed at making a temporary class-wide scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances permanent. "It's important we give law enforcement the tools needed to keep Americans safe and keep dangerous & deadly fentanyl off of our streets."