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Don’t mind the dust, but the air was plenty hot outside my black car coming off a black asphalt parking lot. Please stay safe everybody!

submitted 3 hours ago • 2 comments

1/2 This evening, President Trump circumvented Congress and attacked Iran. As a member of the House Armed Services Committee, I await classified briefings to determine the operation’s success.

submitted 1 day ago • 62 comments

Earlier this year, I joined my colleagues in Congress to re-introduce a bill to protect workers and uplift their rights to organize. A strong workforce means a strong America.

submitted 2 days ago • 4 comments

Along the Illinois River, Peoria was a critical stop for those traveling through the Underground Railroad. Abolitionists operated safe houses to aid individuals on their journey to freedom. This Juneteenth, I’m proud to represent a district with a strong history of supporting emancipation.

submitted 3 days ago • 1 comment

When we stand up and speak loudly for our neighbors and our values, we develop stronger communities. So proud of everyone in #IL17 who showed up for #nokings this weekend!🇺🇸

submitted 4 days ago • 2 comments

Why we need 🏳️‍🌈 988 funding: 39% of LGBTQ+ young people consider suicide. 14% of non-LGBTQ+ young people consider suicide. 12% of LGBTQ+ young people attempt suicide. 6% of non-LGBTQ+ young people attempt suicide. Trump sinks to a new level of cruel today by nixing mental health help for kids.

submitted 4 days ago • 0 comments

You can’t spin this. The GOP wants to take money from sick people while giving tax breaks to millionaires. I’m all for finding fraud and waste. But kicking millions off food assistance and health insurance makes the problems worse. I will continue voting no on anything that hurts my neighbors.

submitted 4 days ago • 8 comments

He promised to lower costs on Day 1. But the policies from the GOP aren’t working. I’m working to cap prescription drug costs, lower energy bills, and grow wages with good-paying jobs. And I will work with anybody to keep bringing down costs.

submitted 5 days ago • 8 comments

In 2019, I found a BOGO online for a trip on Amtrak and my Dad and I went to Washington. It never occurred to me I could or would ever work in the Capitol. 6 years ago! But spending time as an adult with my Dad helped me understand my purpose. Thank you, Dad. One day is not enough for you. -Eric

submitted 7 days ago • 1 comment

An historic split screen. Thank you @cbsnews.com.web.brid.gy and Major Garrett for going back and forth between the Army parade and breaking news in Los Angeles.

submitted 8 days ago • 0 comments

This is the most Wisconsin thing ever: My folks are going to their local No Kings protest and it’s happening at the Culver’s.

submitted 9 days ago • 17 comments

🇺🇸🚫👑

submitted 9 days ago • 4 comments

In or out of Pride Month, when they come after one, they come for us all.

submitted 11 days ago • 5 comments

As an American first, but also as a member of the House Armed Services, the rhetoric of the Secretary of Defense in front of uniformed soldiers are absolutely vile. This President and his cabinet believe they have their own personal army. It must be called out loudly and clearly.

submitted 12 days ago • 24 comments

But the people who assaulted Capitol Police were not insurrectionists? Gimme a break. Cognitive decline as clear as the sky is blue.

submitted 13 days ago • 6 comments

History will look upon him so poorly.

submitted 13 days ago • 5 comments

“Truth Social” crashed and revealed a weird fact.

submitted 17 days ago • 56 comments

Today is Mississippi River Day! I am thankful to be able to represent the people along our nation’s greatest river. While most Members of Congress search somewhere around the world for their favorite beach, mine is right here. No place I would rather be. #IL17

submitted 20 days ago • 1 comment

Never thought that my previous life as a meteorologist was ever going to be important today. No college poly-sci courses, but always inquisitive to ask the tough queations, seek out the difficult answers, and report it out. 11 yrs ago today, being myself…especially on the quiet weather days.

submitted 20 days ago • 2 comments

Yeah, their hate may get louder this time of year. But our diversity is strength and our unity of purpose is power. And they will never have that! It’s an honor to serve openly and honestly in the United States House of Representatives. Happy Pride to every LGBTQ person and ally. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🤍🩵🖤🤎🩶

submitted 21 days ago • 8 comments

We need Kevin in Congress!!!

submitted 24 days ago • 4 comments

Today is probably the most American of American holidays. It’s a day set aside to remember the people who died for our way of life. Please enjoy the day today, but remember why it is ours to enjoy. 🇺🇸

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submitted 30 days ago • 10 comments

Accurate.

submitted 33 days ago • 5 comments

“There are trans people in every one of our communities, and most people on the right, they just don’t know it. And so we have to make sure that our diversity is our strength, and that’s what I hear from my constituents.” – Eric Sorensen @ericsorensen.bsky.social www.lgbtqnation.com/2025/05/rep-...

submitted 39 days ago • 1 comment

Corruption, pure and simple.

submitted 41 days ago • 1 comment

1️⃣ Donald Trump tells all his billionaire buddies over the weekend to buy stock. 2️⃣ On Monday, Donald Trump announces 90 day reprieve in tariffs with China. 3️⃣ Stock markets around the world surge higher making the billionaires more billions.

submitted 41 days ago • 5 comments

Probably the only Member of Congress at home on a motorless boat in the middle of the Mississippi River. Who thinks we need more real people in Congress? #thinkblue

submitted 42 days ago • 8 comments

Step 1. Don’t pay attention to any of the stupid comments. Step 2. Enjoy the rest.

submitted 45 days ago • 1 comment

Following up on my earlier post…

submitted 47 days ago • 0 comments

Scientists lose their funding because this administration has a vendetta. Most people don’t realize is how “new” scientific discovery has been. Treatments to cure childhood cancer are now on hold. Research on Alzheimer’s is unfunded. And int’l students are told they’re not welcome. For what?

submitted 47 days ago • 7 comments

This administration is asleep at the wheel. While the Secretary of Transportation throws his hands up over the complexities, they try to discredit journalists. Now, one air traffic controller tells NBC News Reporter Tom Costello, “Newark is no longer safe.”

submitted 48 days ago • 7 comments

Hey BlueSkiers, how should we fight back this week? 💪

submitted 48 days ago • 10 comments

“Bone Spurs Day?”

submitted 51 days ago • 8 comments

The other 1/3 live on another planet.

submitted 53 days ago • 18 comments

Gerry is not just a fighter through and through, he’s an incredibly humble and caring person. I am honored to serve with him.

submitted 55 days ago • 1 comment

This will make the small MAGA brain hurt.

submitted 55 days ago • 3 comments

I am closely monitoring the situation at Illinois State University. Praying for the safety of all students, staff, and law enforcement officers.

submitted 56 days ago • 1 comment

No shit, Sherlock.

submitted 59 days ago • 169 comments

The party of family values doesn’t care if more kids kill thenselves. Horrifying.

submitted 60 days ago • 56 comments