U.S. Rep. Jim Himes Serving Connecticut's 4th District | Official U.S. House headshot
U.S. Rep. Jim Himes Serving Connecticut's 4th District | Official U.S. House headshot
Jim Himes, a member of the U.S. Congress representing Connecticut's 4th district since replacing Chris Shays in 2009, recently shared his views on social media regarding political occurrences and their implications. The Congressman, who holds an undergraduate degree from Harvard University and resides in Cos Cob, has been vocal in expressing his opinions on current events.
On April 9, 2025, Himes commented on former President Trump's administration, stating "It appears that Trump’s Liz Truss lasted exactly 0.7 Scaramuccis."
The following day, April 10, 2025, Himes strongly criticized actions by the White House and Department of Justice, voicing support for Chris Krebs. Himes tweeted, "Chris Krebs is a hugely capable, honorable, patriotic guy. The White House and DOJ should be ashamed of themselves. They’re turning us into a banana republic."
On April 11, 2025, Himes expressed a sentiment of fatigue in response to financial developments, as he noted, "I and my 401(k) are getting tired of so much winning."
Jim Himes, 56, was born in Lima, Peru, in 1966. His career in Congress follows his educational pursuits culminating in a BA from Harvard University in 1988. He continues to serve his district.
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