Honored to moderate this powerful town hall today at the #BlackWomensExpo: Unbought, Unbossed, Unstoppable Black Political Power! Featuring the voices, vision, and leadership shaping our future- @repbeatty.bsky.social @lwv.org, firstrepair.org, @lwvchicago.bsky.social, ncbcp.org, collectivepac.org

🧵1/ Pres Truman's plan for national health was called "socialist" & "communist" but advocates believed something simple: your ability to see a doctor shouldn't depend on your bank account. The anniversary of Medicare & Medicaid reminds us protecting & strengthening public health is an ongoing fight.

Check out the incredible parks across Chicago and remember these spaces deserve investment, not divestment. The Trump Administration's proposed FY2027 budget would cut $736M from the National Park Service, threatening staffing and visitor services across the country. We must protect our parks.

July is Parks & Recreation Month, a reminder that thriving communities are built by investing in the places that bring us together. Parks aren't a luxury—they're essential public spaces that support health, strengthen neighborhoods, and ensure every family has access to nature, play, and connection.

Powerful storms brought destructive winds, hail, heavy rain, and widespread power outages across Chicagoland. Please stay away from downed power lines, follow guidance from local officials, and check on your neighbors. If you need assistance or resources, my office is here to help. Stay safe.

One month after earthquakes struck Venezuela, 1.8 million people (including 680,000 children) are in need. @houseforeign.bsky.social and I traveled to La Guaira to see @unicef.org's response firsthand.

Due to the relentless advocacy of people with disabilities, 36 years ago today, the landmark civil rights legislation, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), was signed into law. But the ADA wasn't the finish line—it was a milestone on the path toward inclusivity and equity.

Today would have been Emmett Till's 85 birthday, but he was lynched in Mississippi. Mamie Till Mobley's courage exposed the brutality of racism in America & ignited the Civil Rights Movement. Today we also hold space for Nolan Wells and seek answers around his death. #Justicedelayedisjusticedenied.

17 years at $7.25. Meanwhile- rent, groceries, healthcare, & the cost of living have soared. The time for prioritizing billionaires & corporate handouts must end. Workers want what they deserve. Workers want what they have earned. It's beyond time to guarantee the minimum wage is #OneFairWage

Black Maternal Mental Health Week was founded by Kay Matthews after her experience with undiagnosed postpartum depression. Her story demands action, not just awareness. Congress must pass the #Momnibus to confront the maternal health crisis and ensure every mother gets the support she deserves.

Five votes. Same answer. END THE WAR WITH IRAN Americans don't want another reckless, illegal war fought in their name—or paid for with their money. The costs to American troops, innocent civilians, and your wallet is real. The American people have made it clear: No more endless wars.

We must fight for equal pay, expand opportunity, and build an economy where every worker—regardless of race or gender—is valued and paid fairly for their contributions. Close the Gap. Cut the Check.

The consequences are real: Black women hold far less wealth than white men — money that could mean more stability, opportunity, and security for families. This is not a matter of choices or chance. It is the result of longstanding, systemic inequities that require action.

Because of the wage gap, Black women must work months longer to earn the same pay.

Black women’s work has always been essential. Their pay should reflect it. Black Women Equal Pay Day marks the day when Black women have finally caught up to what white men earned the year before.

Today, we celebrate the joy and the transformative power of sports. Let's come together and focus on what we CAN do, not what we can't. #DisabilityPrideMonth

For 58 years, the Special Olympics has shown the world that true champions are defined by resilience, inclusion, and the courage to give their best.

On this day in 1968, the first-ever Special Olympics International Games took place at Chicago's Soldier Field, launching a global movement.

¡Feliz Día de la Independencia, Colombia! 💛💙❤️ From IL-01, we are grateful to our Colombian counterparts in DC and the Office of Congressman Jonathan Jackson we celebrate with you

While America's Defense Dept should be focused on real threats abroad, Sec. of Forever Wars Hegseth is fixated on imaginary enemies inside the ranks. His ideological purge targeting diversity, equity, & inclusion is blocking qualified officers, politicizing military service, and eroding readiness. 🧵

Today, in his honor, answer his call. Defend democracy. Protect the vote. Speak up. Show up. Make good trouble. Find an event near you www.goodtroubleliveson.org

🧵John Lewis didn't just make history—he forced America to confront it. He was beaten, jailed, and threatened, not because he sought power, but because he demanded justice. He believed democracy isn't a spectator sport, but something every generation must fight to protect.

Yesterday marked the 61st anniversary of the Older Americans Act, which has been a lifeline for millions. It helps fund @_MealsonWheels, senior centers, caregiver support, transportation, legal assistance, and programs that allow older Americans to remain healthy and connected in their communities.

It was an honor to meet with Celina Stewart, the CEO of @lwv.org. Founded in Chicago, the League of Women Voters is a champion for civic education and voter engagement. Thank you, Celina, for your leadership and for the League's unwavering commitment to building a stronger, more inclusive democracy.

On July 10, 1966, more than 30,000 people gathered at Soldier Field as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. launched the Chicago Freedom Movement's campaign for fair housing & civil rights. 60yrs later, from voting rights to affordable housing, economic justice to equal opportunity, the fight is far from over

As climate change brings increasingly unpredictable weather, investing in a reliable energy grid is essential for communities across IL-01 and the nation. Today, we recognize the journeyman lineworkers who keep the power on for our homes, schools, hospitals, and businesses through every season.⚡

After stalling the Harriet Tubman $20 bill in his 1st term, the Trump admin now abandoned it. Meanwhile, they want a $250 bill featuring Trump. Tubman's legacy is courage, resilience, & service. I won't stay silent while progress toward a more diverse, equitable, & inclusive America is rolled back.

Disability Pride Month is a reminder that accessibility is justice, inclusion is nonnegotiable, and people with lived experiences have always been leading change.

Disability rights are civil rights. Disability rights are human rights. In 1984, ADAPT organized to demand wheelchair accessibility at South State and West Jackson Streets to pressure the @chicagocta.bsky.social to install wheelchair lifts.

The American people were led into a reckless, illegal war without any strategy or exit plan. Congress already passed a bipartisan War Powers resolution—not a blank check for war. The Administration must immediately pursue a durable diplomatic solution with Congressional oversight.