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Rep. Ro Khanna, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing California’s 17th district, has been vocal on various social and economic issues through his recent tweets. Khanna, who has been in office since 2017 after succeeding Mike Honda, addressed concerns related to childcare costs, fossil fuel accountability, and financial burdens on young Americans.

On November 16, 2024, Rep. Khanna highlighted the high cost of childcare in some states, noting that it can average nearly $20,000 per year. He emphasized that "Childcare shouldn’t be a luxury." He advocated for passing legislation that would provide families with an option for $10-per-day childcare while ensuring workers receive at least $24 per hour.

The following day, November 17, 2024, Khanna turned his attention to environmental issues. He pointed out that "Big Oil knew about the planet-warming effects of fossil fuels as early as 1954." He called for an end to fossil fuel subsidies and urged holding corporations accountable for their contributions to climate change.

Later on November 17, Khanna addressed the financial challenges faced by young Americans due to debt. He stated that "Too many young Americans are saddled with debt." Stressing both moral and economic obligations to assist them, he proposed providing relief from student debt and capping credit card interest rates at 10% to facilitate home ownership and economic growth.