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Thursday, October 16, 2025

Congressman Mark Messmer addresses Columbus Day, Middle East violence, and government shutdown

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Mark Messmer, Indiana U.S. House Representative from the 8th District | https://shreve.house.gov/

Mark Messmer, Indiana U.S. House Representative from the 8th District | https://shreve.house.gov/

Congressman Mark Messmer, who represents Indiana's 8th congressional district, shared several posts on his social media account between October 13 and October 14, 2025.

On October 13, Messmer marked the federal holiday with a brief message to his constituents: "Happy Columbus Day, #IN08! https://t.co/BwNYe05qKk".

Later that day, he addressed recent violence in the Middle East with a statement expressing sympathy for victims and their families. He wrote on October 13: "May God Bless the hostages and soldiers that died at the hands of Hamas monsters and comfort their families who mourn them.

May God protect the hostages now finally reunited with their families as they face enormous challenges after unthinkable traumas. https://t.co/JZay51fcQw".

The following day, Messmer commented on ongoing government funding issues, referencing what he called the "#SchumerShutdown." On October 14, he posted: "It is Day of the #SchumerShutdown, and Hoosier farmers in #IN08 are feeling the toll.

Meet Nick, an #IN08 farmer who can’t cash his paycheck because of the interruption in service.

House Republicans did our job for Nick. It’s time for Chuck Schumer to do the same! https://t.co/PQEC6W66HI".

Messmer's reference to a government shutdown highlights a recurring issue in U.S. politics where budget disagreements can result in federal agencies ceasing operations until funding is restored. The term "#SchumerShutdown" is used by some Republicans to attribute responsibility for the impasse to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer.

Messmer has represented Indiana's 8th district since his election to Congress and often uses his social media platforms to communicate directly with constituents about federal holidays, international events, and legislative matters.

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