U.S. Senator John Kennedy, who represents Louisiana in the United States Senate, posted a series of statements on his social media account criticizing recent criminal justice policies and government welfare spending.
On January 12, 2026, Kennedy wrote: “If you’ve never been exposed to the real world, it’s easy to pretend that cops are a bigger problem than criminals. That’s how the Defund the Police stupidity got started—and many parts of our country are still reeling from the damage it caused.”
Later that day, he addressed alleged mismanagement within Minnesota’s welfare programs by stating: “Gov. Tim Walz’s welfare office handed hundreds of millions of taxpayer dollars to thieves who: LIED about housing the homeless. LIED about feeding the hungry. LIED about caring for autistic children. And these crooks sucked up the cash like a Hoover Deluxe. It’s DISGUSTING.”
On January 13, 2026, Kennedy continued his criticism with another post: “If you’re one of the crooks in Minnesota who took a giant Great Dane whiz down the leg of every taxpayer, you ought to be in JAIL.”
Senator John Kennedy is known for advocating policies benefiting veterans, farmers, small businesses and national security while serving on several Senate committees including Appropriations, Budget and Energy and Natural Resources; he also chaired a committee focused on banking, housing and urban affairs (official website). He maintains district offices across multiple Louisiana cities as well as Washington D.C., engaging constituents through newsletters and public events (official website). As senator for Louisiana, Kennedy has offered constituent services such as assistance with federal agencies and academy nominations.
