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James E. Clyburn, a long-serving member of the U.S. Congress representing South Carolina's 6th district, has shared several updates through his social media account regarding recent political developments and cultural recognitions.

On January 31, 2025, Clyburn expressed concern over the president's newly announced "25% Trump Sales Tax" on goods from Canada and Mexico. He highlighted potential impacts of these tariffs on essential commodities, stating that "The president just announced his 25% Trump Sales Tax is starting tomorrow on goods from Canada and Mexico — America's top trading partners. Instead of working to bring costs down, Trump's tariffs mean cars, gas, and grocery prices could be up 25%."

In another update dated February 1, 2025, Clyburn emphasized the significance of Black Americans' contributions to national history. He remarked that understanding these contributions should not be viewed as part of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives but rather as integral American history. During Black History Month, he plans to share stories of inspiring Black Americans: "Learning about the important contributions of Black Americans to our country is not “DEI” — it’s American history. This #BlackHistoryMonth, I’ll be sharing the stories of some of the inspiring Black Americans who’ve helped make our country great."

On February 3, 2025, Clyburn began his series by highlighting Ronald McNair for Black History Month. McNair was a notable figure from Lake City, SC and became the second African American in space before tragically losing his life aboard the Challenger space shuttle in 1986. Clyburn acknowledged McNair's achievements and roots: "The first person I want to highlight for #BlackHistoryMonth is Ronald McNair — a Lake City, SC native and the second African American in space. McNair was aboard the Challenger space shuttle when it exploded in 1986. He always credited his SC roots and HBCU education for his..."