WIlliamson News

Rep. Mark Green, a member of the U.S. Congress representing Tennessee’s 7th district since 2019, shared his views on several pressing issues through a series of tweets on November 21, 2024. These tweets address concerns about rural hospital closures and border security policies impacting Tennesseans.

In a tweet posted at 13:00 UTC, Rep. Green highlighted the severe impact of rural hospital closures, stating that such events can have "devastating" effects on communities. He emphasized the challenges faced by individuals like young mothers and farmers who might have to endure long distances to access medical care or employment opportunities linked to these hospitals. "When a rural hospital closes, the effects can be devastating..."

An hour later, at 14:00 UTC, Rep. Green criticized current border security policies, suggesting they have left Tennesseans vulnerable to gang violence due to an inadequate focus on securing borders. He expressed concern over the redirection of Border Patrol and ICE agents away from their primary duties because of these policies. "Tennesseans—and our entire country—shouldn’t be forced to live in fear of heinous gangs..."

By 15:00 UTC, Rep. Green's discourse turned towards specific criminal activities within Tennessee, attributing them to what he described as "destructive open-borders policies." He pointed out that the Tren de Aragua gang is now active in Tennessee and criticized President Biden and Vice President Harris for these developments. "The violent and sadistic gang, Tren de Aragua, is now operating in Tennessee..."