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Rep. Nikki Budzinski, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Illinois’ 13th district, shared insights from her recent engagements through a series of tweets. These posts highlight her interactions with various community groups and discuss pressing legislative issues.

On February 18, 2025, Rep. Budzinski posted about her visit to Fairview Heights where she engaged with special education advocates and members of the Illinois Federation of Teachers. She expressed concern over potential impacts on the disability community due to proposed changes in the Department of Education, stating: "Yesterday, I was in Fairview Heights to hear directly from special education advocates and members of the Illinois Federation of Teachers about how gutting the Department of Education will harm the disability community."

Later that day, at 18:16 UTC, Rep. Budzinski highlighted her visit to United Way of Decatur. She praised their efforts in supporting working families through their ALICE program: "United Way of Decatur does incredible work to uplift and empower folks in our community. It was great to visit last week and learn more about their ALICE program which supports working families who need a little extra help to make ends meet."

In another tweet at 20:28 UTC on February 18, she criticized House Republicans' proposal to cut Medicaid funding for tax breaks benefiting billionaires and large corporations. During a meeting with SEIU home caregivers, she emphasized the adverse effects such cuts could have on both patients and caregivers: "House Republicans have proposed slashing Medicaid to fund tax breaks for billionaires and big corporations. I met with @SEIU home caregivers today and heard firsthand how devastating these cuts would be both for patients and the hardworking folks who care for them."