U.S. Rep. Nikki Budzinski representing Illinois' 13th Congressional District | Official U.S. House headshot
U.S. Rep. Nikki Budzinski representing Illinois' 13th Congressional District | Official U.S. House headshot
Nikki Budzinski, currently serving as a U.S. Congress representative for Illinois' 13th district, has expressed her views on several issues affecting her constituents through social media posts. Born in Peoria, Illinois in 1977 and residing in Springfield, Budzinski graduated from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign with a BA in 1999. She succeeded Rodney Davis in Congress in 2023.
On February 18, 2025, Budzinski voiced concerns over the impact of firing USDA employees. According to her tweet, such actions could hinder farmers and ranchers from obtaining loans and implementing conservation practices. Additionally, it may compromise poultry and livestock protection against bird flu and potentially increase grocery prices for staples like eggs.
In another post dated February 19, 2025, Budzinski addressed the uncertainty surrounding federal construction project funding. She shared her commitment to supporting union jobs during a meeting with the Springfield & Central Illinois Trades & Labor Council. In her tweet, she emphasized that she will continue advocating for good-paying union jobs.
On the same day, Budzinski highlighted dissatisfaction among residents of Central and Southern Illinois regarding mail service quality. Her post called for the Board of Governors to prioritize efficiency improvements while searching for a new Postmaster General who can also reduce costs and protect postal employees.
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