U.S. Reps. Davids, Cleaver Join Town Hall, Highlight Work for KC Region and Pushback Against Extreme Trump Policies

KANSAS CITY, MO – Tonight, U.S. Representatives Sharice Davids (D-KS-03) and Emanuel Cleaver II (D-MO-05) joined KCUR for a livestreamed town hall to discuss their efforts to deliver results for the Kansas City region and push back against the Trump Administration’s extreme policies, including cuts to Social Security, reckless tariffs driving up prices, and threats to reproductive health care.

“Kansans are facing massive uncertainty because of the Trump Administration’s reckless policies. They deserve answers and leaders who will protect their freedoms, lower costs, and actually get things done,” said Davids. “That means standing firm against dangerous political games, while also working to find common ground where possible. I’m glad I had the opportunity to share the work I’m doing in Congress, listen to people’s concerns, and discuss solutions that will help move us forward.”

“As the President continues to demonstrate a dangerous level of recklessness on everything from basic governance to managing the economy, Missouri families are paying the price with higher costs, less reliable services, and the rapid decline of hard-earned retirement benefits,” said Congressman Emanuel Cleaver II. “As we heard this evening, rather than enabling the president’s extreme policies, Americans want Congress to provide a check on the Executive Branch and seek bipartisan solutions to the challenges facing our communities — which is precisely what I will continue to advocate in the People’s House.”

The event, hosted by KCUR, included questions from local residents on topics ranging from federal firings and government accountability to border security and the economy. Both Members discussed recent legislative efforts and stressed the importance of uniting to fight the Trump Administration’s attempts to raise costs and dismantle essential programs in favor of tax giveaways for billionaires.

Davids and Cleaver underscored their commitment to working across the aisle to deliver for families — while continuing to oppose extreme policies that threaten rights, freedoms, and the rule of law.