North Columbus News

Rep. Joyce Beatty, U.S. Congresswoman representing Ohio’s 3rd district since 2013, marked key political and historical events in a series of recent posts on her social media account.

On September 15, 2025, Beatty acknowledged the anniversary of a significant event in civil rights history: "On the 62nd Anniversary of the bombing at 16th Street Baptist Church, we remember the lives lost during the civil rights movement and the ongoing fight to combat hatred. May the tragedy that took place on that day serve as a reminder that political and racialized violence is". The bombing at Birmingham's 16th Street Baptist Church occurred in 1963, resulting in four deaths and marking a turning point for public awareness during the civil rights movement.

Addressing contemporary issues within federal governance, Beatty posted on September 16 about recent court action concerning Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook: "The courts rejected Trump’s unlawful and unfounded attempt to oust Fed Governor Lisa Cook. A major win for democracy and for the integrity and stability of our economy. The Fed has always been independent and nonpartisan, and it must stay that way." The statement refers to judicial intervention blocking an effort by former President Donald Trump to remove Lisa Cook from her position at the Federal Reserve Board.

Later that same day, Beatty encouraged civic participation ahead of upcoming elections: "Getting registered to vote is just the FIRST step in getting #VoteReady! Know the ballot and ID rules, make a voting plan i.e. managing lines and time. And if you’re an employer, consider giving your employees time to vote. Let’s make every voice heard!"

Beatty was born in Dayton, Ohio in 1950 and currently resides in Columbus. She holds a BA from Central State University (1972) and previously served in the Ohio House of Representatives from 1999 to 2008 before being elected to Congress.