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Rep. Nikki Budzinski, a member of the U.S. Congress representing Illinois' 13th district since 2023, has expressed concerns regarding the Trump Administration's recent decision to freeze federal grant funding. Through a series of tweets on January 28, 2025, she highlighted potential impacts on essential programs and resources that are critical to local communities.

In one tweet posted on January 28, Budzinski emphasized the need for clarity on how this decision will impact various social support systems: "We need to know how this will affect SNAP benefits, Pell Grants, Medicaid payments to states, health care providers and local projects."

Another tweet from the same date criticized the decision as being hazardous: "Trump’s freeze on federal funding is reckless and threatens vital resources that local governments, schools, and working families—especially in my district—rely on." This statement underscores her concern about the direct impact on her constituents.

Additionally, Budzinski shared her perspective on the broader implications of this policy move with another post: "Here are my thoughts on the Trump Administration’s order to freeze grant funding for American communities " The congresswoman's remarks reflect an ongoing dialogue about federal funding policies and their consequences at community levels.