Indy Standard

André Carson, a U.S. Congressman representing Indiana's 7th district, has been vocal on social media regarding issues affecting federal employees and constitutional governance. His recent tweets highlight his concerns about President Trump's proposed "buyout" offer to federal employees and the implications for Black workers, as well as broader discussions on political accountability.

On February 10, 2025, Carson addressed a significant legal decision pending that day: "A federal judge will rule on President Trump’s 'buyout' offer to federal employees today. I’ve been urging federal employees NOT to take this offer." He directed readers to his column in the Indy Recorder for further insights into how these cuts could disproportionately affect Black workers.

Later that same day, Carson commented on the dynamics of congressional power and political processes. In his tweet, he stated: "Congress holds the purse strings. We’re witnessing a lot of political theater, but no one is above the Constitution." He expressed gratitude towards Dan Spehler and IN Focus Indiana for providing him with a platform to discuss these issues.

On February 11, 2025, Carson reiterated his stance on protecting federal workers in Indiana from taking unfavorable deals. He tweeted: "Protecting federal workers. Indiana is home to over 24,000 federal workers. I’m raising the alarm to encourage worker NOT to take this deal." He also provided resources for reporting waste, fraud, or abuse.