Robin L. Kelly

Six years ago, we said goodbye to a true public servant, Congressman John Lewis. His legacy of courage and conviction lives on, especially his powerful call to “answer the highest calling of your h...

I voted to block $3.3B in unconditional military aid to Netanyahu. Netanyahu himself said he doesn't need our financial support. And I agree. Our federal budget must reflect our deepest values a...

For nearly a century, federal law has barred handguns from being shipped through the U.S. Postal Service to help keep our communities safe. Now we know why the Trump administration wants to disman...

My office is now accepting intern applications for Fall 2026! Interns gain firsthand experience about constituent services, legislation, and communications. If you’re interested in my Internship...

Join my office on July 25th for my privacy fair event in Matteson. We will be providing onsite document shredding and identity theft prevention resources. Pre-register using the link in my bio!

All families deserve to see a doctor without fearing government surveillance. According to a court filing, HHS leaked Medicaid data to ICE, violating the privacy of enrollees and putting the healt...

We have incredible national parks right here in the Second District, including the Pullman National Historical Park. I spearheaded the effort to make sure Pullman will forever be remembered as a si...

Thank you to the APA for the 2025 Jacob Javits Public Service Award. I will continue my fight ensuring every family has the access to the healthcare and substance use care they need.

I'm incredibly grateful for Dr. Melanie Yates and everything she's brought to my office. As our health fellow—and a practicing ER physician—Melanie brought compassion, expertise, and a calming pre...

As we mark the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding, we reflect on the ideals of freedom, equality, and opportunity that define America. We also recognize the gap between those ideals and l...

Republicans are actually celebrating one year since passing the Big Ugly Law. Shame on them. Millions are losing their healthcare because Republicans chose tax breaks for billionaires over worki...

Congratulations to Ikeoluwani Grace Apata for creating the winning artwork from Illinois' Second District for the Congressional Art Competition. Her work will be displayed in the Capitol for a whol...

Thank you to my outgoing Communications Director, Jessica Lee, for your tireless service to my office and the Second Congressional District of Illinois. She elevated stories that too often go over...

Participated in a powerful panel last weekend at the Ida B. Wells Festival with Richard Chew and @heartlandsignal. We are witnessing a coordinated effort by Donald Trump and his Republican allies ...

Grateful to my colleague @rep_kamlagerdove for joining my Congressional Youth Cabinet this weekend. Investing in our young leaders isn’t optional. It is exactly how we build safer, stronger, and m...

🏳️‍🌈Happy Pride, Chicago! 🏳️‍🌈 Today, we celebrate love and who we are—exactly as we are. You are Free To Be Proud! I will always show up, speak up, and stand up for YOU. 🏳️‍🌈Happy Pride, Chicag...

Obergefell affirmed a simple truth: love is love. Marriage equality changed countless lives, and as attacks on LGBTQ+ rights continue, we must keep fighting to protect it. Love won then. We're no...

The gun lobby likes to point to Chicago as a reason why gun safety laws don’t work. But they actively push for laws that allow the flow of illegal guns into our city, endangering our communities.  ...

It was wonderful to celebrate Juneteenth with the Southland Regional Mayors Black Caucus! Together, we’ve worked to bring resources, opportunity, and innovation to communities across the Southland...

This Juneteenth weekend, nearly 40 people were shot in Chicago, and 7 people lost their lives. President Trump’s response? Send in the National Guard. Trump’s threats and the National Guard will n...