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Robin Kelly discusses disability empowerment and legal battles in recent tweets

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U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly working for Illinois Families | Ballotpedia

U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly working for Illinois Families | Ballotpedia

Robin Kelly, a member of the U.S. Congress representing Illinois’ 2nd district, has been actively sharing her insights and actions on social media. Through a series of tweets, she has addressed topics ranging from local community engagements to national political challenges.

On February 11, 2025, Kelly shared her experience touring UCP Seguin’s Tinley Park site. She praised their efforts by stating: "Last week, I toured @ucpseguin’s Tinley Park site, gaining insight into their remarkable work. UCP Seguin’s dedication to empowering individuals with disabilities through training, employment, and housing is truly inspiring."

In another tweet dated February 13, 2025, Kelly discussed ongoing legal battles against policies proposed by former President Trump. She remarked: "We are fighting President Trump’s reckless agenda in court—and winning. His orders to revoke birthright citizenship, freeze federal funding, and force federal worker resignations have all been blocked. We remain hopeful that pending cases will be decided in our favor."

Later on the same day, Kelly addressed Robert Kennedy Jr., emphasizing the importance of healthcare accessibility for Americans. Her statement read: "The health and wellbeing of 330 million Americans is now in your hands, @RobertKennedyJr. We're prepared to work with you but we expect you to take action to preserve accessible healthcare for everyone. The agencies you oversee must remain grounded in science and integrity."

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