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Rep. Lois Frankel addresses women’s rights, Medicare enrollment, and trans visibility issues

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Lois Frankel Us Representative of Florida | Official U.S. House Headshot

Lois Frankel Us Representative of Florida | Official U.S. House Headshot

Rep. Lois Frankel, a member of the U.S. Congress representing Florida’s 22nd district, shared several significant messages on March 31, 2025, via her social media platform. Frankel, who has been serving since replacing Allen West in 2013, took the opportunity to highlight topics ranging from women's rights and senior citizen support to transgender visibility.

In a tweet acknowledging the end of Women’s History Month, Rep. Frankel emphasized the continued efforts toward gender equality. She expressed that "As Women’s History Month wraps up today, let's remember: when women thrive, our communities prosper." She also mentioned her partnership with the Democratic Women’s Caucus in fighting for crucial issues like equal pay and reproductive healthcare.

Frankel reminded seniors about the Medicare Open Enrollment deadline in Palm Beach County. She stated, "Seniors on Medicare in #PBC, today is the last day of Open Enrollment!" stressing the importance of reviewing and adjusting plans for the year 2025 to ensure adequate health care coverage.

Addressing ongoing issues concerning transgender individuals, she used #TransDayOfVisibility to reinforce her support. Frankel retweeted that "We see you, we stand with you, and we’re fighting to protect your freedoms, your safety, and your right to be who you are." This message underscores her position amidst the challenges facing transgender Americans, including military service bans.

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