Polk Times

Congressman Scott Franklin, representing Florida's 18th district since 2021, has been active on social media discussing recent legislative and political developments. His tweets cover a range of topics from legislative successes to concerns about federal agency conduct and recognition of colleagues' contributions.

On November 19, 2024, Congressman Franklin announced the passage of two provisions he sponsored in the House as part of the Dole Act. "BREAKING: Two of my provisions passed the House tonight in the @HouseVetAffairs’s Dole Act! We’re modernizing employment protections for Reservists and Guardsmen, ensuring those who return from active duty are not disadvantaged or discriminated against in their civilian careers."

Later that day, Franklin criticized what he described as political bias within FEMA operations in Highlands County following Hurricane Milton. He expressed his disapproval by stating, "The blatant weaponization observed in FL-18's Highlands County from this FEMA supervisor after Hurricane Milton is completely unacceptable. Somewhere — between President Biden who says Trump supporters are garbage and this FEMA employee — there was a directive to let politics..."

On November 21, 2024, Franklin attended an event honoring Representative Kay Granger. He tweeted about his experience at her portrait unveiling ceremony with appreciation for her leadership: "Enjoyed celebrating the distinguished career of @HouseAppropsGOP Chairwoman Emeritus @RepKayGranger at her portrait unveiling this week. Thank you for your many years of leadership!"