Official Twitter for Rep Robin Kelly #IL02 Member @EnergyCommerce, Co-Chair @CBWGCAUCUS & Chair of @TheBlackCaucus Health Braintrust
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I am impeaching Secretary Kristi Noem, who is an incompetent leader and a disgrace to our democracy.
She wreaked havoc in the Chicagoland area and has brought her reign of terror to Minneapolis. One of her rogue ICE agents shot and killed an innocent woman today. It must come to an end.
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Grief doesn’t end when the news cycles do; @ChiSurvivors stays with families after gun violence.
I was honored to join them at their gala with Po Murray of @NewtownAction, who, like Chicago Survivors, knows the pain of gun violence and turned it into action.
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As Hunger Action Month comes to an end, I want to commemorate the signing of the Food Stamp Act into law 49 years ago today.
SNAP provides much-needed food security for millions of Americans. I will keep fighting to protect and restore what has been taken.
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A Chicago resident was injured after being mistaken for a fugitive by ICE.
After Operation Midway Blitz, Trump’s administration continues to purposefully target cities like Chicago and terrorize our communities with reckless, untrained agents.
Congress must hold the administration accountable.
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Thank you to @AIDSChicago for having me speak at their 25th Annual Run & Walk last weekend!
It was incredible to see a crowd united by the same purpose: fighting to end the AIDS crisis and supporting those currently living with HIV and AIDS.
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On Gold Star Families Day, I honor and give gratitude to the families who bear the pain of the ultimate sacrifice for our nation.
I remain committed to ensuring Gold Star families receive the support and benefits they deserve.
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Happy National Public Lands Day!
Today we appreciate our lands, celebrate the outdoors, and recognize the importance of our nation’s forests, parks, and waterways.
I will continue to fight and protect our public lands to ensure a sustainable future!
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Today is World Contraception Day; it’s a reminder that contraception is a fundamental right in our country.
My Access to Birth Control Act safeguards that right by preventing interference, intimidation, or harassment when trying to access essential reproductive health care.
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Since the Big Ugly Law took effect, SNAP participation in Illinois has dropped 24%.
That's thousands of families struggling to put food on the table so billionaires can get a tax break.
This week, I talked with community leaders about what these cuts really mean.
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September is #SickleCellAwarenessMonth, and it remains important that we raise awareness, promote research, and stay educated on sickle cell disease. To learn more, visit: sicklecelldisease.org
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President Trump’s vanity projects will cost more than $1.8 billion.
That money could:
Cover 1.7 million months of childcare
or restore almost 430,000 families’ SNAP benefits
or cover the monthly grocery costs of 1.8 million families
He chooses himself. Every time.
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Rural healthcare facilities should have the best available training and equipment to serve women and infants in maternity care deserts.
The Rural Obstetrics Readiness Act tackles the growing maternal mortality crisis by ensuring patients can access the care they need closer to home.
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Happy First Day of Fall, Illinois!
May this season bring continued blessings, prosperity, and joy to you and your loved ones (and colder weather for a change!
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G’mar Chatima Tovah to those in Illinois’ second congressional district who observe Yom Kippur!
May you have a blessed fast and a meaningful period of reflection.
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Who you love does not impact your ability to serve.
15 years ago, the homophobic “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” policy was finally repealed.
Despite this, President Trump and Secretary Hegseth continue to discriminate against transgender service members, and I will fight for their recognition.
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On National POW/MIA Day, I remember and honor the brave members of our Armed Forces who are prisoners of war and those who remain missing in action.
My heart and support are with their families, and pray that our servicemembers make it home safe.
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Revoking press passes over unfavorable coverage is what authoritarian governments do, not American presidents.
A free press asking hard questions isn't the enemy.
Silencing it should worry every one of us, regardless of how you vote.
President Donald Trump said Friday that he is "banning" CNN, MS NOW and Politico "from the White House." The president said it was "effective immediately," but there was no indication his administration had taken any steps to follow through. cnn.it/4ri29Iy
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Trump’s war on Iran & his reckless tariff policies have driven diesel prices sky-high, forcing Illinois farmers to drain their pockets during harvest season.
The sooner the war ends & ALL of Congress holds Trump accountable, the faster we can act to support our farmers.
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