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 since 2013, has expressed her views on various issues through recent social media posts. Kelly, who succeeded Jesse Jackson Jr., shared her stance on political violence and ethics in politics via Twitter.
On June 16, 2025, Robin Kelly made a firm statement against political violence, emphasizing that she would "never accept political violence as normal."
Later the same day, Kelly criticized former President Donald Trump by describing him as "a walking ethics violation." She accused Trump of abusing his powers for personal gain rather than serving the American public. According to Kelly, Trump was neglecting Americans' desire for a genuine public servant in leadership instead of someone acting like royalty.
On June 17, 2025, Kelly commemorated the victims of a tragic event that occurred ten years prior at Emanuel AME Church in Charleston. She expressed her remembrance for the nine individuals who were killed by a white supremacist while attending bible study, stating that they "should have been safe."
As background information about Robin Kelly: she has served in Congress since replacing Jesse Jackson Jr. in 2013 and previously served in the Illinois House of Representatives from 2003 to 2007. Born in New York City in 1956 and currently residing in Matteson, she is an alumna of Bradley University.
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