Kankakee Times

U.S. Congresswoman Robin Kelly, representing Illinois’ 2nd district since 2013, made several statements on July 25, 2025, criticizing the Trump administration’s handling of education funding and transparency issues.

In a post at 15:39 UTC, Kelly stated: " President Trump is stealing dollars from our schools, endangering teachers and students alike. The Trump Administration keeps proving their true agenda: protect billionaires and big corporations—not the American people."

Later that day at 19:11 UTC, she addressed her Republican colleagues directly regarding transparency and accountability: "I keep hearing my Republican colleagues preach transparency, accountability, and honesty. So let’s test that. Release the Epstein files. And while you're at it, admit that President Trump’s Big, Ugly Law protects the rich and leaves everyday Americans behind."

At 20:02 UTC on July 25, Kelly provided an update about federal education funds previously withheld by the Trump administration: "UPDATE: The Trump administration buckled under our pressure to release $5.5 billion to school districts across the country. Teachers & students deserved and needed this money that was already designated by Congress. President Trump had no right to freeze it in the first place."

Robin Kelly has served as U.S. Representative for Illinois's 2nd District since succeeding 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, Kelly graduated from Bradley University with a BA in 1977.