Rep. Cleo Fields Hosts Town Hall, Outlines Legislative Priorities
Fields emphasized his co-sponsorship of a bill aimed at preventing billionaire Elon Musk and the cryptocurrency platform DOGE from accessing confidential Treasury Department records.
BATON ROUGE, La. – U.S. Congressman Cleo Fields launched a series of town hall meetings Monday night at the McKinley Alumni Center, addressing key legislative issues and engaging directly with constituents. The event marked the first in a series of town halls aimed at fostering open dialogue with residents across his district.
Fields Aim to Block Unauthorized Access to Treasury Records
During the meeting, Fields emphasized his co-sponsorship of a bill aimed at preventing billionaire Elon Musk and the cryptocurrency platform DOGE from accessing confidential Treasury Department records. He described the measure as a necessary safeguard to protect sensitive financial data and national security interests.
Congressional Education Caucus Pushes Back Against DOE Closure
Fields also announced the creation of the Congressional Education Caucus, an initiative designed to counter efforts to shut down the U.S. Department of Education. He argued that federal oversight in education is critical to ensuring equal opportunities for students, particularly in underserved communities.
Fighting Inflation: Fields Works to Lower Costs for Families
As a member of the House Financial Services Committee, Fields underscored his commitment to reducing the cost of everyday goods. He pointed to rising prices for groceries, fuel, and other necessities, pledging to advocate for economic policies that provide relief to working families.
Fields Plans More Town Halls Across Louisiana
The McKinley Alumni Center meeting was the first in a series of town halls Fields will hold this week across his district, which spans from Shreveport to Baton Rouge. These events provide residents with a direct opportunity to engage with their representative, voice concerns, and receive updates on legislative initiatives.
AimThe meetings are open to the public, with no RSVP required. Constituents unable to attend in person can also join the town halls via Instagram Live at @repcleofields_.
“This is about making sure Louisiana families can thrive,” Fields told attendees. “We need policies that protect our economy, strengthen our education system, and safeguard the financial security of every American.”
Residents are encouraged to attend upcoming town halls to stay informed and participate in discussions about the future of their communities.
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