Representative Brittany Pettersen expresses her surprise at becoming pregnant at 43 while in Congress, highlighting the challenges of balancing motherhood and legislative duties.
Pettersen critiques the congressional system, stating, 'This job is not made for young women, for working families, and it's definitely not made for regular people.'
Amid her pregnancy, Pettersen emphasizes the lack of maternity leave in Congress, noting a push for remote voting and parental leave for lawmakers.
Highlighting her unique experience, Pettersen mentions that she will be only the 13th voting member of Congress to give birth while in office.
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