Kankakee Times

U.S. Representative Robin Kelly, who has consistently secured reelection in Illinois congressional races since 2014, addressed several topics on her Twitter account on August 5, 2025. Her posts included criticism of former President Donald Trump’s policies, support for a fellow Illinois lawmaker, and reflections on her participation at the Black Women’s Expo in Chicago.

In a tweet posted at 17:23 UTC, Kelly criticized actions taken by former President Trump regarding federal assistance programs and employment. She wrote, "President Trump gutted Medicare, Medicaid, and SNAP—then fired federal workers who serve seniors and people with disabilities. We're meeting these attacks head-on to protect our public health. Americans deserve to live with dignity and have affordable, reliable care."

Later that day at 20:01 UTC, Kelly expressed solidarity with Rep. Delia Ramirez of Illinois. In her message she stated, "As a fellow Illinoisan and colleague, I stand in support of @repdeliaramirez. We should be celebrating, not attacking, the rich, diverse heritage that strengthens our nation. Rep. Ramirez works hard every day for her constituents. Thank you for your leadership and public service."

At 21:03 UTC the same evening, Kelly shared her experience at the Black Women’s Expo in Chicago over the previous weekend. She posted: "This past weekend, I had the opportunity to celebrate 30 years of sisterhood at @BlackWomensExpo in Chicago! From the Ribbon Cutting to my “Where do we go from here” Panel & touring the exhibit hall, it was great spending time with you all. I am fighting like hell for each of us."

Robin Kelly has maintained strong electoral support throughout her tenure as U.S. Representative from Illinois’ 2nd Congressional District. In recent general elections she won against Thomas Lynch in 2022 with over two-thirds of the vote; against Theresa Raborn in 2020 by nearly four-to-one; against David Merkle in 2018; John Morrow in 2016; and Eric Wallace in 2014—all by significant margins.