Betty McCollum
Betty McCollum is a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives, representing Minnesota's 4th congressional district since 2001. Known for her advocacy on issues related to education, health care, and social justice, McCollum has been an active voice in Congress, promoting progressive policies and holding leadership roles in various committees. Recently, she was noted for her participation in a delegation meeting with former Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen during Tsai's European tour.
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Representative Betty McCollum emphasized the need for accountability for police actions similar to those seen in the George Floyd case.
Migrante mexicano con 8 fracturas en el cráneo durante arresto de ICE dice que golpiza fue injustificada
Mexico· 2026-02-08
Betty McCollum offered condolences to Liz Cheney and her family as they mourn the death of her father.
Dick Cheney remains divisive in death, drawing tributes and condemnation | Dick Cheney
United Kingdom· 2025-11-04
Democratic Rep. Betty McCollum implored DHS to reinstate the grant to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety.
DHS cut funding to mass shooting prevention programs in Minnesota before killings
United States· 2025-08-30
Betty McCollum echoed the sentiment that Taiwan is threatened by the People's Republic of China.
EDITORIAL: Defense can’t depend on US funding
Taiwan· 2025-07-26
Representative Betty McCollum signed the joint statement against the shootings.
At-large suspect identified in targeted shooting of Minnesota lawmakers
New Zealand· 2025-06-14
Betty McCollum is a Democratic representative who criticized the deployment of National Guard troops.
US military marches into political firestorm as troops deploy to Los Angeles
Australia· 2025-06-11
Betty McCollum criticized the justification and cost of the military operation during the hearing.
El Pentágono justifica el despliegue de tropas en Los Ángeles para asegurar la protección de los agentes de inmigración | Internacional
Spain· 2025-06-10
Betty McCollum asked the secretary about the cost of the deployment and the training duties the troops were missing.
California files motion to block troops to LA as Trump-Newsom tensions escalate | Los Angeles Ice protestsUnited Kingdom· 2025-06-10
Rep. Betty McCollum grilled Hegseth about the cost of the mobilization during the hearings.
Hegseth defends military involvement in LA protests as defense secretary faces questions over costs and authorityUnited States· 2025-06-10
Betty McCollum questioned Pete Hegseth about the deployment of Marines to support National Guard members.
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Greece· 2025-06-10
Tsai met with US representative Betty McCollum during her visit to Lithuania.
Tsai urges closer Taiwan-EU ties in Vilnius speechTaiwan· 2025-05-13
Tsai met with a delegation from the US House of Representatives, including Democrat Betty McCollum.
Tsai urges joint efforts with Lithuania, EU on information securityTaiwan· 2025-05-13