Steve Womack addresses Hamas anniversary and military pay during shutdown

U.S. Rep. Steve Womack Representing the 3rd District of Arkansas - Official U.S. House headshot
U.S. Rep. Steve Womack Representing the 3rd District of Arkansas - Official U.S. House headshot
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Rep. Steve Womack, a U.S. Congressman representing Arkansas’s 3rd district since 2011, posted a series of statements on October 7, 2025, addressing recent and historical events.

In his first post of the day, Womack reflected on the anniversary of a major attack in Israel. He wrote, “Two years ago today, Hamas terrorists carried out one of the most horrific massacres in history, brutally murdering hundreds of Israeli civilians including children, women, and elderly—many in their own homes. Hundreds more were taken hostage, enduring unspeakable evil, with” (October 7, 2025).

Later that afternoon, Womack commented on the impact of a government shutdown on military personnel. He stated, “Reminder that our service members are not receiving base pay or special allowances during the shutdown. Not only that, but they are also not receiving basic financial support for housing, food, or childcare. It’s time Democrats come to the table.” (October 7, 2025).

In another post that evening, Womack criticized Senate Democrats’ voting record on unspecified items: “Voting against just one of these items is mindboggling, yet Senate Democrats have now voted against them all FIVE times.” (October 7, 2025).

Womack has served as the representative for Arkansas’s 3rd District since replacing John Boozman in 2011. Born in Russellville in 1957 and currently residing in Rogers, Womack graduated from Arkansas Tech University with a BA in 1979.



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