U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn, the first woman to represent Tennessee in the U.S. Senate, posted a series of messages on January 20, 2026, highlighting national security and border control measures under President Donald Trump’s administration and offering congratulations to Vice President and Second Lady.
In a post published at 20:00 UTC, Blackburn wrote: “In just one year, President Trump has secured the southern border:
– Border crossings are down 93% year-over-year.
– Fentanyl trafficking at the southern border has been slashed in half.
– Border Patrol released ZERO illegal aliens for seven straight months.”
Later that evening at 21:06 UTC, she stated: “Our national security is a priority again thanks to President @realDonaldTrump. From the Golden Dome to investment in recruiting America’s service members, the safety of the American people is at the top of President Trump’s list of priorities.”
At 21:34 UTC, Blackburn also extended her congratulations to Vice President and Second Lady on their new child: “Congratulations, @VP and @SLOTUS! Children are such a blessing, and this baby boy is blessed to have both of you as his parents.”
Senator Blackburn has served Tennessee since her election in 2018 as its first female senator (official website). She sits on several committees including Finance; Commerce, Science and Transportation; Veterans’ Affairs; and Judiciary (official website). Her legislative work has focused on issues such as limited government, lower taxes, border security measures like those referenced in her tweets, health care affordability, veterans’ support programs, and online protections for children (official website). Among other initiatives, she authored legislation addressing child online safety and expanded access to veterans’ health care (official website).
Senator Blackburn maintains offices across Tennessee—in Memphis, Jackson, Nashville, Chattanooga, Knoxville, Johnson City—and provides constituent services through district locations as well as an online contact form (official website).