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Carter Statement on the Republican House’s Failure to Uphold Constitutional Responsibilities October 25, 2025 Press Release NEW ORLEANS, LA&nbsp; – Today, Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-LA) released the following statement: “As both a Member of Congress and an adjunct professor of political science, I view the current state of House leadership with deep concern — not simply as political dysfunction, but as a direct threat to the constitutional order of our nation. Issues : Congress Read More Congressman Carter’s Month of Action – Fighting the Trump Administration in Congress, Answering YOUR Questions, and Providing Resources to Louisianians August 30, 2025 Press Release NEW ORLEANS, LA – During the August work period, Congressman Troy A. 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Carter Statement on the Republican House’s Failure to Uphold Constitutional Responsibilities October 25, 2025 Press Release NEW ORLEANS, LA&nbsp; – Today, Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-LA) released the following statement: “As both a Member of Congress and an adjunct professor of political science, I view the current state of House leadership with deep concern — not simply as political dysfunction, but as a direct threat to the constitutional order of our nation. Issues : Congress Read More Congressman Carter’s Month of Action – Fighting the Trump Administration in Congress, Answering YOUR Questions, and Providing Resources to Louisianians August 30, 2025 Press Release NEW ORLEANS, LA – During the August work period, Congressman Troy A. 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Issues : Economy Read More Image Congressman Carter Showcases Millions in Funding for New Orleans East and the 9th Ward August 28, 2024 Press Release NEW ORLEANS, LA – Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-LA) celebrated 17 federal awards he has championed for New Orleans East and the 9 th Ward. Since his election to Congress, Congressman Carter has supported numerous federal investments for this vital part of Louisiana’s Second Congressional District. These grants focus on environmental justice, community and economic development, and building stronger, more resilient infrastructure. 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Issues : Congress Economy Education Read More Congressman Carter Announces the Designation of Delgado Community College as a Center of Excellence for Domestic Maritime Workforce Training and Education May 19, 2021 Press Release WASHINGTON, D.C. &nbsp; – Today, Congressman Troy A. Carter (LA-02) announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration has designated Delgado Community College as a Center of Excellence for Domestic Maritime Workforce Training and Education (CoE). Issues : Education Read More","source_url":"https://troycarter.house.gov/issues/education","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Economy","stance":"Issues","detail":"Image Congress Learn about news and information related to Congress. Image Economy Read relevant news, information and initiatives regarding the Economy. Image Education Learn about initiatives and news items related to Education. Image Energy Read relevant news, information and initiatives regarding Energy. 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