North Jefferson County News

U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen, who has been serving Colorado’s 7th District since 2023, recently shared a series of statements on social media addressing various national issues. Pettersen, born in 1981 and residing in Lakewood, has a background in the Colorado House of Representatives and Senate. Her comments reflect her concerns about potential policy changes affecting Social Security, the turnout at a local town hall meeting, and economic gender inequalities exacerbated by trade policies.

On March 11, 2025, Rep. Pettersen expressed her concerns regarding potential threats to Social Security benefits. She stated that "Elon Musk is now suggesting that they will be going after Social Security next. This would bring catastrophic consequences for seniors across the US and in my district who are on fixed incomes and rely on these benefits to keep a roof over their head and food on their table."

Later that day, Pettersen acknowledged the engagement of her constituents at a recent town hall meeting. She tweeted: "I’m grateful to the almost 2,000 people who showed up for our town hall to voice their concerns and get their questions answered. Our office has heard from thousands of constituents worried about delayed Social Security checks, whether their children will still have access to…"

In another tweet posted on March 11, 2025, Rep. Pettersen addressed economic disparities affecting women due to trade policies initiated by former President Trump. She mentioned her legislative efforts alongside fellow Representative Fletcher: "Women already pay more for everyday essentials like clothes, razors, and hygiene products—and Trump’s reckless trade war will only make it worse. I’m proud to introduce legislation with @RepFletcher to address gender inequalities in our trade system and make sure women don’t…"