Naples Standard

Congressman Byron Donalds, representing Florida's 19th district since 2021, has been vocal on various issues through his social media posts. Born in Brooklyn and now residing in Naples, Donalds brings attention to matters he deems critical for his constituents and the nation.

On November 18, 2024, Congressman Donalds expressed his concerns about border security via social media. He stated that the "Biden-Harris broke our border ON PURPOSE" and mentioned a specific case involving Laken Riley's killer who "illegally entered through the open border." The individual reportedly stayed at a taxpayer-funded hotel and took taxpayer-funded flights from New York to Georgia. Donalds asserted that this situation "NEVER should've happened" and pledged that in "63 days, we will SECURE OUR BORDER AGAIN." "Biden-Harris broke our border ON PURPOSE."

On November 19, 2024, Congressman Donalds discussed legislative efforts regarding disaster relief. He highlighted H.R. 5863 – "The Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act," which had passed the House with a vote of 382-7 on May 21, 2024. According to Donalds, this bill aims to provide tax relief for disaster victims such as those affected by Hurricane Ian but has been delayed for "182 days" due to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's actions. "HR. 5863 – 'The Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act'"

In another post on the same day, Congressman Donalds criticized Schumer’s stance on disaster relief resources. While Schumer reportedly stated that vital resources should not be withheld, Donalds reminded followers that a bipartisan disaster tax relief bill had been passed nearly unanimously by the House GOP but was ignored subsequently by Schumer. Donalds urged action to pass H.R. 5863 promptly."Schumer says 'we should not kick the can down the road nor withhold vital resources' regarding disaster relief."