Kankakee Times

Robin Kelly, U.S. Representative for Illinois's 2nd congressional district, posted a series of tweets on August 11 and 12, 2025, addressing the cost of college education and recapping a recent town hall in Hyde Park, Chicago.

On August 11, Kelly criticized the Trump administration’s policies on student aid, stating: "College already costs too much. President Trump is making it even more expensive. The Trump admin capped federal student loans, cut Pell Grants, and ended income-based repayments."

Later that evening, she invited constituents to participate in a live event: "LIVE NOW: Listen in to our town hall in Hyde Park, Chicago. I’ll be joined by @ilattygeneral Kwame Raoul and ACLU’s Ed Yohnka. We’ll discuss issues that matter to all of us. Watch here: https://t.co/MmE0Bxrae0" (posted August 11).

Following the event on August 12, Kelly reflected on its content and focus: "An important discussion at my town hall with @ILAttyGeneral Kwame Raoul and ACLU's Ed Yohnka. We focused on key issues: Medicaid, immigration, and education. We will continue to stand strong against President Trump's dangerous agenda. https://t.co/ta1vPfgGFP"

Kelly has held her seat since winning a special election in 2013 and has maintained significant support in subsequent elections—defeating Thomas Lynch with over two-thirds of the vote in 2022 and securing large margins against other opponents in previous years.