Rosa DeLauro, the eccentric congresswoman from Connecticut’s 3rd district since 1991, is less a typical politician and more a walking art piece, with her hair defying gravity and an outfit palette that screams “look at me!”
NEW: Rep. Rosa DeLauro says Elon Musk is a "self-appointed president" as Musk compares her to the fictional character Skeksis on X.
— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) December 20, 2024
DeLauro bumbled and froze at points during the speech.
The 81-year-old career politician whined on the House floor, saying Musk had "no working… pic.twitter.com/xvkqrtMXpz
She’s the dean of Connecticut’s congressional delegation, but let’s be real, she’s more famous for her flamboyant fashion than any legislative prowess.
BREAKING: Elon Musk calls for Democratic Rep. Rosa DeLauro to be expelled from Congress.
— Ian Jaeger (@IanJaeger29) December 20, 2024
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As the former Chair and now Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Committee, she’s made a name for herself, but not always for the right reasons. She’s passionate about women’s “health” rights, especially when it comes to yelling about it.
Please! Can someone from Connecticut explain, why did you voted for Rosa DeLauro? I’m really confused. pic.twitter.com/DFMhUAEFlR
— AJ Huber (@Huberton) December 20, 2024
Her love for bright, clashing colors and her hairstyle that seems to have its own zip code make her stand out in the gray halls of Congress. Before her congressional career, she was involved in political campaigns, but it’s her time with pro-abortion EMILY’s List where she probably honed her skill of being the loudest voice in the room. Her recent critiques of government funding bills are delivered with the subtlety of a foghorn, showcasing her penchant for drama over diplomacy. In a world of suits and ties, DeLauro is the human embodiment of a neon sign, flashing in the political night.