Kankakee Times

U.S. Representative Robin Kelly, who has consistently secured re-election since 2014, addressed several pressing issues in a series of posts on September 30, 2025. Kelly's statements ranged from concerns about conditions at an immigration detention center to political violence and congressional responsibilities.

On the morning of September 30, Kelly raised alarms about the treatment of families at a federal facility, stating: "I received reports that children, babies, and mothers are being held at the ICE center in Broadview in unsafe, unsanitary conditions. These are little babies, for crying out loud! ICE must be held accountable for any inhumane treatment."

Later that day, she condemned threats made against a fellow member of Congress: "The threats against @RepJayapal are vile and dangerous. Arizona must act, and GOP leaders must denounce this unhinged rhetoric. Political violence has no place in America." The post called for action from Arizona officials and Republican leaders.

In a subsequent statement on September 30, Kelly commented on legislative priorities amid government funding debates: "Democrats and I came prepared to do our job — to keep the government open and lower health care costs. President Trump and Republicans fled town. Americans deserve leaders who put them first, not politics."

Robin Kelly represents Illinois' 2nd Congressional District and has maintained strong electoral support over multiple election cycles. In the most recent general election of 2022, she won with 67.1% of the vote against Thomas Lynch; her previous victories include winning by large margins against Theresa Raborn in 2020 (78.8%), David Merkle in 2018 (81.1%), John Morrow in 2016 (79.8%), and Eric Wallace in 2014 (78.5%).