Greenville Reporter

Congressman Greg Murphy, serving North Carolina's 3rd district in the U.S. Congress, shared several insights on recent political topics and engagements via a series of tweets on April 4, 2025. The tweets touch on trade policies, higher education costs, and advancements in biotechnology. Murphy has been a key congressional figure, having succeeded Walter B. Jones Jr. in 2019, and has also served in the North Carolina House of Representatives from 2015 to 2019.

On the morning of April 4, Murphy expressed his commitment to prioritize American workers in trade policies, following a meeting with individuals from the International Warehouse Logistics Association (IWLA). He highlighted his role in the Ways and Means Committee, focusing on securing supply chains, reducing foreign dependence, and standing up for American interests.

In another statement later that day, Murphy addressed the escalating costs of college education, attributing the rise primarily to administrative expenses. Drawing from his own experiences serving on a Board of Trustees, he advocated for reducing these costs to make education more affordable.

Concluding the day, Murphy met with leaders from the biotechnology sector, emphasizing the role of scientific advancements in agriculture and medicine. He underscored the importance of these innovations for national security, recognizing their contribution to health and food production improvements.