Polk Times

Congressman Scott Franklin, who represents Florida's 18th district in the U.S. Congress, has been actively engaging with his constituents through social media. On February 5, 2025, he announced an event aimed at students interested in attending a U.S. Service Academy.

In a tweet posted on February 5, Franklin invited "All 8th, 9th, 10th and 11th grade students interested in attending a U.S. Service Academy" to attend Service Academy Day. The event is scheduled for February 22nd at Polk State College’s Center for Public Safety Auditorium from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. "ATTENTION: All 8th, 9th, 10th and 11th grade students interested in attending a U.S. Service Academy I'll be hosting Service Academy Day on February 22nd at Polk State College’s Center for Public Safety Auditorium from 9:00AM-12:00PM."

Later that day, Franklin commented on National Girls and Women in Sports Day by highlighting an executive order signed by President Trump. He stated that it was a measure to ensure "men stay out of women’s sports," describing it as another promise kept by the former president. "What better way to honor National Girls and Women in Sports Day than with @POTUS signing an Executive Order to ensure men stay out of women’s sports! Another promise kept by President Trump!"

On February 6, Franklin addressed political tensions involving Democrats and DC insiders through another tweet. He expressed that these groups are troubled due to alleged corruption being exposed and praised President Trump along with @DOGE for their efforts to prioritize Americans' interests. "Democrats and DC insiders are losing their minds, now that their corruption is being exposed. President Trump and @DOGE are fighting to put Americans first."