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Nikki Budzinski @budzinski.house.gov · 15h

I am hopeful all parties will seize this moment to imagine — and to build — a better future for Israelis, Palestinians, and all people across the Middle East.

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Nikki Budzinski @budzinski.house.gov · 15h

This agreement must not simply halt the violence and hunger, but pave the way for a viable two-state solution, the rebuilding of Gaza, and the establishment of governance rooted in peace, stability, and human dignity.

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Nikki Budzinski @budzinski.house.gov · 15h

True peace cannot be achieved without an end to the profound suffering of the Palestinian people. Thousands of innocent lives — many of them children — have been lost, and communities devastated.

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Nikki Budzinski @budzinski.house.gov · 15h

Once the first phase of this agreement is complete, we can begin working toward a lasting peace — one that guarantees Israel’s enduring security and ensures that the horrors of October 7th are never repeated.

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Nikki Budzinski @budzinski.house.gov · 15h

The families of the hostages spent countless hours praying and hoping for the safety of their loved ones. Soon, that nightmare may finally come to an end.

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Nikki Budzinski @budzinski.house.gov · 15h

The agreement that has been reached centers on three critical priorities: an immediate end to the war, the release of the remaining hostages, and the urgent delivery of humanitarian aid to those in Gaza.

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Nikki Budzinski @budzinski.house.gov · 15h

After more than two years, peace is finally on the horizon for both the Israeli and Palestinian peoples. 🧵

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Nikki Budzinski @budzinski.house.gov · 17h

So long as our federal workers are working without pay, I’m not accepting my paycheck either.

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Nikki Budzinski @budzinski.house.gov · 20h

Donald Trump and Republicans in Congress are REFUSING to address the manufactured healthcare crisis that they created.

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Nikki Budzinski @budzinski.house.gov · 21h

During this shutdown, I want our veterans to know that many critical VA services remain open — including health care and the suicide hotline. ⬇️

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Nikki Budzinski @budzinski.house.gov · 1d

I met with my Vets Advisory Council today to hear directly from folks on the ground how the veteran community – and the VA workforce – are being impacted by this shutdown. We need a bipartisan deal to reopen the government, protect healthcare, and ensure veterans can access the services they need.

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Nikki Budzinski @budzinski.house.gov · 1d

The Trump administration’s decision to DELAY the clean up of PFAS from the drinking water in and around Scott Air Force Base is unacceptable. Our military servicemembers and communities near the base deserve to know that the water coming out of their tap is clean and safe.

‘Deeply concerning.’ PFAS cleanup delayed at Scott Air Force Base

The Department of Defense recently released new timetables for the cleanup with no explanation.

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Nikki Budzinski @budzinski.house.gov · 1d

The President of the United States just threatened to arrest Governor Pritzker and Mayor Johnson. We can't stay silent in the face of this dangerous, anti-democratic rhetoric.

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Nikki Budzinski @budzinski.house.gov · 1d

Huge thank you to everyone who took the time out of their evening to join my telephone town hall last night! We had nearly 12,000 folks on the call!

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Nikki Budzinski @budzinski.house.gov · 1d

Over the summer, Republicans wasted no time voting to extend massive tax breaks for billionaires that were set to expire at the end of this year.

Why are they now claiming that it's too much to extend tax credits to help working families afford their health insurance?

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Nikki Budzinski @budzinski.house.gov · 2d

It’s Day 7️⃣ of the Republican government shutdown.

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Nikki Budzinski @budzinski.house.gov · 2d

TONIGHT: I’ll answer your questions about the Republican shutdown and share what Democrats are fighting for on behalf of working families. To join, dial 855-531-1091 at 6pm CT!

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Nikki Budzinski @budzinski.house.gov · 2d

Today, I held an emergency meeting of my Ag Advisory Council to talk about how the government shutdown and the Farm Bill’s expiration is impacting farmers in Central and Southern Illinois.

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Nikki Budzinski @budzinski.house.gov · 2d

Join me TONIGHT for a telephone town hall about the Republican government shutdown ⬇️

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Nikki Budzinski @budzinski.house.gov · 3d

It’s Day 6️⃣ of the Republican government shutdown.

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Nikki Budzinski @budzinski.house.gov · 3d

TOMORROW: I’m hosting a telephone town hall about the Republican government shutdown. I’ll answer your questions about what government services are affected and what Democrats are fighting for on behalf of working families. Dial 855-531-1091 from 6-7pm CT tomorrow to join the call!

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Nikki Budzinski @budzinski.house.gov · 3d

As we enter the second week of the government shutdown, House Republicans are still refusing to come to the table on a deal. Today, I rallied with the Illinois AFLCIO, AFSCME and AFGE to call out the pain the GOP is inflicting on working people in my district and across the country.

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Nikki Budzinski @budzinski.house.gov · 3d

Are you interested in learning about the legislative process and serving the constituents of #IL13? Apply to be an intern in my DC office! Visit my website to apply by October 31st: budzinski.house.gov/internships

Internships

Washington, D.C. Interns will be tasked with answering phones, sorting mail, researching legislation for the Member and legislative staff, attending hearings and briefings, giving tours of the Capitol, compiling daily press clips, and drafting constituent letters on various issues.

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Nikki Budzinski @budzinski.house.gov · 4d

It’s Day 5️⃣ of the Republican government shutdown. I’ve put together some resources to make sure you know how this shutdown affects the services you rely on. Visit my website to learn more:

Resource Guide for the 2025 Government Shutdown

LAST UPDATED: September 30, 2025. Please reach out to the respective federal agencies for the most up to date information on their operations.

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Nikki Budzinski @budzinski.house.gov · 4d

My constituents are tired of the lies and distractions coming out of this White House. They want relief from President Trump’s trade war, policies that lower costs, and access to affordable healthcare.

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