Andy Harris U.S. House of Representatives from Maryland's 1st district | Official U.S. House Headshot
Andy Harris U.S. House of Representatives from Maryland's 1st district | Official U.S. House Headshot
Rep. Andy Harris, MD, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Maryland’s 1st district, has shared a series of tweets addressing public health concerns and personal moments. Harris, who replaced Frank Kratovil in 2011 and has been active in politics since his tenure in the Maryland Senate from 1999 to 2011, often uses social media to communicate with constituents.
On February 13, 2025, Rep. Andy Harris expressed concern over the increasing rates of childhood diabetes and obesity in the United States. He stated that "A generation ago, it was rare for a physician to treat a case of childhood diabetes. Today, 30% of teens have pre-diabetes." He further commented on adult obesity rates by saying that "the United States has witnessed historic and escalating rates of obesity," highlighting that "America is getting sicker."
On February 14, 2025, he posted a personal message celebrating Valentine's Day with his wife Nicole: "Happy Valentine’s Day to my beautiful wife, Nicole."
Later on the same day, he announced an upcoming appearance on NEWSMAX at around 4 pm: " Coming up on @NEWSMAX around 4pm. Tune in!"
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