Sangamon Sun

Rep. Nikki Budzinski, serving Illinois' 13th district in the U.S. Congress since 2023, has recently addressed several key issues through her social media platform. Budzinski, who replaced Rodney Davis, continues to engage with constituents on important matters such as federal hiring policies, military service inclusivity, and agricultural legislation.

On January 23, 2025, Rep. Budzinski raised concerns about the impact of former President Trump's freeze on federal hiring on the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). She stated: "We need answers on how Trump's freeze on federal hiring will impact the VA."

The following day, January 24, she commemorated a significant milestone for women in the military. In her post, she remarked: "12 years ago today, the Defense Department lifted the ban on women in combat. Let's celebrate the female service members who have served our country with honor, courage and dedication."

Later that same day, Rep. Budzinski expressed her legislative priorities concerning agriculture policy as part of her role in Congress. She tweeted: "With the new Congress underway, passing a bipartisan Farm Bill is top of my mind. As a member of @HouseAgDems, I'm going to keep pushing for the policies that Illinois family farmers need in this critical legislation."