Kankakee Times

Robin Kelly, a U.S. Congress member representing Illinois' 2nd district, recently took to social media to express her views on several pressing issues. Serving in Congress since 2013, Kelly continues to be an active voice on matters affecting her constituents and the nation.

On March 12, 2025, Kelly highlighted the importance of community violence intervention (CVI) programs in reducing gun violence. She stated, "Community violence intervention programs save lives from gun violence." Emphasizing their role in creating safer communities, she added that she had discussions with CVI leaders and survivors about the significance of these initiatives. She further declared her opposition to any efforts by former President Trump to withdraw funding from such programs.

Later that day, Kelly criticized former President Donald Trump's priorities in a tweet posted at 19:41 UTC. She wrote, "Trump proves again that his loyalty lies solely with his billionaire friends." She accused Trump of prioritizing the interests of individuals like Elon Musk over those of ordinary Americans suffering under his administration.

On March 13, 2025, at midnight UTC, Kelly addressed the ongoing negotiations to keep the government operational. She stated her readiness to vote for a temporary extension and urged bipartisan cooperation. Her post read: "House Democrats have always been at the negotiating table to keep the government open." Calling for Republicans to return to discussions, she stressed the need for an agreement that prevents harmful budget cuts.