U.S. Congressman Ryan Mackenzie posted a series of tweets on October 13 and 14, 2025, highlighting the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Navy and the assistance his office provided to a constituent during a government shutdown.
On October 13, Mackenzie published two posts commemorating the U.S. Navy’s milestone anniversary. In both tweets, he wrote: “Wishing a happy 250th birthday to the U.S. Navy. Throughout our nation’s history, the U.S. Navy has served our nation in every corner of the world — securing victory wherever it goes. Thank you to the servicemembers and veterans who have helped to make the U.S. Navy a global https://t.co/XCodsRJTzR” and “Wishing a happy 250th birthday to the U.S. Navy. Throughout our nation’s history, the U.S. Navy has served our nation in every corner of the world — securing victory wherever it goes. Thank you to the servicemembers and veterans who have helped to make the U.S. Navy a global https://t.co/ioKsZedYiV”.
On October 14, Mackenzie shared an example of constituent services provided by his office, stating: “When Sharon from Allentown couldn’t get her 2023 tax refund, she reached out to our office for help. Rochelle from our team worked directly with the IRS to get the issue resolved, and Sharon’s refund has now been successfully processed.
Even during the government shutdown, my https://t.co/BnOFm3bMHj“.
The U.S. Navy, founded in 1775, is celebrating its 250th anniversary in 2025. The service has played a central role in American military history and continues to operate globally as part of the nation’s defense strategy. Congressional offices frequently assist constituents with federal agencies, such as helping resolve issues with tax refunds from the IRS, especially during periods of limited government operations like shutdowns.
