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Rep. Nikki Budzinski, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Illinois’ 13th district, shared a series of tweets on March 14, 2025, addressing key issues she is actively involved in. These posts reflect her commitment to bipartisan efforts and advocacy for various community concerns.

In a tweet posted on March 14, 2025, at 16:20 UTC, Rep. Budzinski reaffirmed her commitment to seeking common ground within Congress. She emphasized biofuels as an opportunity to unite diverse interests for the benefit of farmers, consumers, the environment, and the economy. "When I came to Congress, I made a commitment to our communities that I would always seek common ground. Biofuels are the perfect opportunity for us to come together to benefit our farmers, consumers, environment, and economy."

Later that day at 18:14 UTC, Rep. Budzinski addressed concerns regarding potential downsizing plans by the Postmaster General affecting rural areas. She announced her introduction of the bipartisan Protect Postal Performance Act alongside several other representatives to counter these changes and prevent further delays in Central and Southern Illinois. "The Postmaster General’s plans to downsize the USPS in rural areas would mean even more delays for Central and Southern Illinoisans."

On March 14 at 20:10 UTC, she celebrated a significant victory concerning VA employees and veterans wrongfully terminated by DOGE (Department of Governmental Ethics). Her brief statement highlighted this achievement as a major win for those affected individuals. "This is a HUGE win for every VA employee, and veteran, who was wrongfully fired by DOGE."