NW Twin Cities

Eric Lucero, a Minnesota state legislator, used his social media platform to address several political topics in late September 2025. His posts covered gun rights, local government policy, and federal funding for Planned Parenthood.

On September 25, 2025, Lucero criticized Minnesota Governor Tim Walz regarding gun control measures. In his post, he stated: "Stop ignoring truth @Tim_Walz. Evil people committed to violence is the problem, not guns. Stop attacking the Second Amendment civil rights of law-abiding citizens."

The following day, Lucero commented on Hennepin County's activities and fiscal decisions. On September 26, 2025, he wrote: "Hennepin County further expands their scope beyond the core function of government. IN OTHER NEWS, Hennepin County seeks to significantly raise property taxes." This statement refers to recent discussions within Hennepin County about increasing property tax levies as part of its annual budget process—a practice that has been subject to public scrutiny and debate in recent years.

Later on September 26, Lucero addressed changes in federal funding affecting Planned Parenthood. He posted: "Trump federal funding cut interrupting Planned Parenthood's abortion mill is a good thing." The comment alludes to policies enacted during the Trump administration that restricted Title X family planning funds from going to organizations providing or referring for abortions—a move that impacted clinics across Minnesota and other states.

These posts reflect ongoing debates over gun legislation in Minnesota and nationwide; property tax increases at the county level; and federal policy shifts regarding reproductive health services. Gun rights remain a contentious issue both locally and nationally with advocates frequently citing constitutional protections under the Second Amendment while others call for stricter regulations to address rising gun violence (https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2023/06/28/key-facts-about-americans-and-guns/). Property tax increases have also sparked concern among residents who question government spending priorities amid economic pressures (https://www.startribune.com/hennepin-county-property-tax-increase-budget-public-hearing-minneapolis-suburbs-housing-assistance/600312721/). The reduction of Title X funds under former President Donald Trump marked a significant shift in how reproductive health services are funded and accessed nationwide (https://www.kff.org/womens-health-policy/issue-brief/the-impact-of-the-trump-administrations-title-x-regulations-on-family-planning-providers-participation-and-patients-served).