Ft Wayne Times

Rep. Marlin Stutzman, a member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Indiana, addressed economic and political issues in a series of posts on his social media account in early September 2025.

On September 4, Stutzman posted, "Americans have waited long enough for interest rates to drop. The Working Families Tax Cut Act laid the groundwork, and now lowering interest rates will help families feel secure making big purchase decisions!" He reiterated this message the following day, posting on September 5: "Americans have waited long enough for interest rates to drop. The Working Families Tax Cut Act laid the groundwork, and now lowering interest rates will help families feel secure making big purchase decisions!"

In another post on September 5, Stutzman commented on political representation and census data: "Democrats have manipulated census figures to fit their agenda. It’s time for Indiana—and other states—to review district maps and fight for fair representation in D.C."

The Working Families Tax Cut Act referenced by Stutzman was designed to provide tax relief aimed at supporting middle- and lower-income households. By mentioning this legislation as laying "the groundwork," Stutzman suggests that recent or proposed monetary policy changes—such as lowering interest rates—could further benefit American families by improving affordability for significant purchases like homes or vehicles.

Concerns about census manipulation and redistricting are part of an ongoing national debate regarding how congressional districts are drawn and how population data is used in apportionment. Allegations about partisan influence over census results have surfaced periodically over several decades, often leading to legal challenges and calls for reform.