Pittsburgh Review

Rep. Summer Lee, who has been serving in the U.S. Congress representing Pennsylvania's 12th district since 2023, recently addressed several significant issues through her social media posts. The topics she covered ranged from warnings about scams to legislative actions concerning financial and international matters.

On December 11, Rep. Summer Lee issued a warning about a scam involving fake USPS package alerts being sent via text and email in her district. She emphasized that these messages are designed to steal personal information and advised constituents to verify with USPS directly and avoid clicking on unknown links. "Heads up – SCAM warning! Fake USPS package alerts are being sent via text & email to folks in our district. These messages are designed to steal your information! Always verify with USPS directly and avoid clicking unknown links! Stay safe, PA-12!"

On December 12, Rep. Lee celebrated a regulatory victory for Pittsburgh residents concerning overdraft fees, which were among the highest in the nation at $31.30. She announced that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) had taken action to close a loophole, marking a step toward eliminating unnecessary fees and providing financial relief for working people in her district."Big win for Pittsburgh! With some of the highest overdraft fees in the nation at $31.30, working people in #PA12 have been hit the hardest. Today’s CFPB action closing a key loophole is a huge step toward ending unnecessary junk fees and putting money back in our pockets!"

On December 13, Rep. Lee addressed international concerns by highlighting violence occurring in the West Bank due to settler activities such as burning homes and displacing families. In collaboration with Senator Peter Welch, she introduced legislation named SANCTIONS in the West Bank Act aimed at holding extremists accountable while promoting justice and stability."Settler violence in the West Bank is out of control—burning homes, displacing families, and eroding peace. With @SenPeterWelch, I’m introducing the SANCTIONS in the West Bank Act to hold extremists accountable and push for justice, stability, and dignity for all."