U.S. Rep. Michael C. Burgess from Texas's 26th congressional district | Official U.S. House Headshot
U.S. Rep. Michael C. Burgess from Texas's 26th congressional district | Official U.S. House Headshot
Michael Burgess, MD, a current member of the U.S. Congress representing Texas’ 26th district, has shared several updates on social media regarding his ongoing advocacy and political views. Born in Rochester, Minnesota in 1950 and residing in Pilot Point, Burgess has served in Congress since 2003 after succeeding Dick Armey.
On November 20, 2024, Burgess expressed gratitude to the American Society of Hematology for recognizing him with an award. He stated: "Thank you to @ASH_hematology for recognizing me for this award. Sickle cell disease has taken too many lives in our nation." He emphasized his commitment to advocating for treatment and care for patients struggling with sickle cell disease.
The following day, November 21, 2024, Burgess commented on government efficiency and potential areas for improvement. He remarked: "If @DOGE is looking for someplace to start, @CMSGov & their 80 page flow chart of redundant departments is a great starting point for cutting the red tape & saving Americans billions of dollars." He highlighted that President Trump intends to prioritize government efficiency as a critical initiative.
Burgess also posted another tweet on the same day without any accompanying text: "https://t.co/UjhhO0JlCm".
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