Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan, who represents Virginia’s 4th district in the U.S. Congress, posted a series of tweets on August 18, 2025, addressing the detention of Arman Momand by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and inviting constituents to upcoming town hall events.
In her first post, McClellan stated, “Today should have been Arman Momand’s first day back at school. Instead, he’s detained at the Farmville Detention Center by ICE and faces deportation back to the Taliban-led country his family had to flee after his father assisted the U.S. military in Afghanistan.” This tweet was published on August 18, 2025.
Shortly after, she shared a follow-up tweet containing a link: “https://t.co/tK82mKepQV”, also posted on August 18, 2025.
Later that evening, McClellan addressed her constituents regarding opportunities for engagement during Congress’s August recess. She wrote: “August recess gives me the chance to share what’s happening on the Hill, hear your concerns and answer your questions. I have two opportunities for you to join me for a town hall next week: https://t.co/aeSH9lzq7x” This message was also posted on August 18, 2025.
Jennifer McClellan has served as a member of the U.S. Congress since 2023, succeeding Donald McEachin as representative for Virginia’s 4th District. Prior to her current role in Congress, she served in both the Virginia House of Delegates from 2006 to 2017 and in the Virginia Senate. Born in Petersburg in 1972 and currently residing in Richmond, McClellan holds degrees from the University of Richmond and the University of Virginia.
