Sangamon Sun

Nikki Budzinski, a current member of the U.S. Congress representing Illinois’s 13th district, has been sharing important news and updates via social media. On April 3, 2025, she posted about significant developments and initiatives that have an impact on her constituency.

In a tweet dated 18:14:52 UTC on April 3, 2025, Budzinski shared her enthusiasm about the opening of the Wedge Innovation Center in Alton. She expressed pride in working with AltonWorks to secure federal funding intended to revitalize downtown Alton, highlighting the potential economic benefits of the new center. "Team Budzinski was excited to celebrate the ribbon-cutting of the new Wedge Innovation Center in Alton! I've been proud to work alongside AltonWorks to secure federal funding to revitalize downtown Alton. With the new Wedge center, we can strengthen the local economy and provide https://t.co/rF4Jq7dhg6"

Later on the same day, at 21:29:44 UTC, Budzinski made another post inviting individuals to access further information, providing a link for the audience to learn more. "To learn more, click here: https://t.co/KdePOPeM9t"

At that exact time, Budzinski also communicated about challenges faced by St. Clair County due to disastrous floods in 2022. She announced the approval of $30 million in federal disaster aid allocated to various communities including Caseyville, East St. Louis, Cahokia Heights, and East Carondelet to assist in recovery efforts. "St. Clair County faced unprecedented challenges when disastrous floods struck in 2022, damaging homes, businesses, and essential infrastructure. Today, I’m happy to announce $30 million in federal disaster aid for Caseyville, East St. Louis, Cahokia Heights, East Carondelet,"