Rep. Andy Harris, MD, a member of the U.S. Congress representing Maryland’s 1st district since 2011, used his social media platform on February 25, 2026, to highlight healthcare reform and respond to President Trump’s State of the Union address.
In a post made at 03:44 UTC, Harris wrote: “Patients OVER profits. President Trump is pushing to lower healthcare costs and give Americans real control over their care.”
Later that day at 18:46 UTC, he promoted his latest opinion piece on health policy reforms by stating: “In my latest op-ed, I break down the reforms needed to lower health care costs, improve quality, and expand patient choice. Read the full article below https://t.co/ChLXYPI1Sl”
At 19:20 UTC on the same day, Harris commented on President Trump’s national address: “President Trump delivered a strong State of the Union, laying out a clear vision for America’s future and honoring true American heroes.”
Harris has served in Congress since defeating Frank Kratovil in 2011 and previously held seats in both chambers of Maryland’s state legislature. He was born in New York City in 1957 and currently resides in Cambridge. Harris earned his undergraduate degree from Johns Hopkins University in 1977.
