Dale W. Strong, U.S. Congressman representing Alabama’s 5th district since 2023, criticized Democratic lawmakers in a series of tweets on October 1, 2025, regarding the ongoing government shutdown and praised a local constituent for community service.
In his first post at 17:32 UTC, Strong stated, “It is disgraceful that Democrats have chosen to shut down the government and hold the business of the American people hostage to advance their partisan agenda.” In a follow-up tweet posted moments later at 17:32 UTC, he urged an end to the impasse by writing, “This shutdown could end today if Democrats would support the clean continuing resolution to fund the government. On behalf of the hardworking North Alabamians I represent, I urge them to put aside politics and put the American people first.”
Later that evening at 20:21 UTC, Strong highlighted a positive example from his district by stating, “.@iamrodneysmith is a great representation of the people of North Alabama. May God bless him for his efforts to honor our service members.”
Strong has represented Alabama’s 5th District in Congress since succeeding Mo Brooks in 2023. Before serving in Congress, he was a member of both the Alabama House of Representatives and Madison County Commission. Born in Monrovia in 1970 and currently residing in Huntsville, Strong holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Athens State University.
