South Palm Beach Today

Lois Frankel, a serving U.S. Congresswoman representing Florida’s 22nd district, has been vocal about various issues through her recent social media posts. Frankel, who succeeded Allen West in 2013, has expressed concerns about topics ranging from deportation to federal agency layoffs and Social Security.

On April 14, 2025, Frankel criticized the deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, highlighting the perceived injustice of the situation. She stated, "Kilmar Abrego Garcia should be home with his wife and son in Maryland—not locked in a prison cell in El Salvador. He was wrongfully deported by Trump’s ICE. No charges. No justice. Just heartbreak. It’s time to bring Kilmar home."

The following day, April 15, she addressed mass layoffs in federal agencies, suggesting that these actions are detrimental to everyday Americans who rely on federal benefits. She commented, "Mass layoffs at our federal agencies mean delays for the benefits everyday Americans depend on—all so Trump can hand his billionaire friends another tax break. I joined local federal workers over the weekend to fight back against Trump’s attack on working families."

Later on the same day, she expressed concern over cuts to Social Security, emphasizing the need to maintain benefits for seniors. Her statement read, "After a lifetime of hard work, you should be able to retire in dignity—not desperation. On this Save Social Security Day of Action, @HouseDemocrats are fighting back against Trump’s cruel cuts threatening the benefits millions of seniors rely on."

Lois Frankel, who began her political career in the Florida House of Representatives, has maintained a focus on social justice issues throughout her tenure in Congress. Her educational background includes a BA from Boston University and a JD from Georgetown University. She resides in West Palm Beach, Florida.