Illinois 2nd Congressional Dems

Trump Scolds CNN’s Kaitlan Collins for ‘Not Smiling’

Trump scolded a @cnn.com reporter for not smiling enough. Trump said when a person never smiles, it means they are lying.

#TrumpNeverSmiles

Harvard CAPS/Harris survey of 2,000 registered voters from Jan. 28-29 found 51% believe Trump performs worse than Biden, likely voters split 50-50. Economic views fuel the shift: 63% see the economy as worse now, and Trump's overall approval dipped to 45%. Independents and Democrats lean negative.

New poll shows Joe Biden did a better job than Donald J. Trump!

Obviously!

We will be joined by Congresswoman Robin Kelly, who will share an update on her impeachment efforts against DHS Secretary Kristi Noem, as well as provide the latest updates on ICE. This will be a timely discussion, with opportunities to stay informed and engaged on key national issues.

We will be joined by Congresswoman Robin Kelly, who will share an update on her impeachment efforts against DHS Secretary Kristi Noem, as well as provide the latest updates on ICE and Homeland Security. This will be a timely discussion, with opportunities to stay informed and engaged on key issues.

Thank you 'Bad Bunny' and look forward to a fabulous Super Bowl halftime show by a great American!

Rubio Says Venezuela Will Submit Monthly Budget to White House

Shouldn't we fix our own domestic problems, of which there are many, before we takeover and oversee Venezuela? WTF

Thank you @amyklobuchar.com!

Support among House Democrats for impeaching HHS Kristi Noem is skyrocketing, nearly doubling in the last week to 100+ co-sponsors after Robin Kelly introduced articles of impeachment. This is the same leadership Robin will bring to the US Senate.
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‪Thank You, Christopher Terry‬ @christopherterry.bsky.social‬

Thank You, ‪Fibonacci Blue‬ @fibonacciblue.bsky.social‬

Thank You, yonat.bsky.social‬ @yonat.bsky.social‬

MASSIVE PROTEST AGAINST ICE IN MINNEAPOLIS!

It'll be a cold day in hell before the great people of Minneapolis allow Trump and his band of thugs continue to terrorize this great American city!

Voters Are Split on Deportations but Disapprove of ICE, Poll Finds

A sizable majority believes that Immigration and Customs Enforcement has gone too far, according to a poll from The New York Times and Siena University.

Trump Rescinds Canada’s Invitation to Join His ‘Board of Peace’

Donald Trump rescinds an invitation to Canada to join his 'Board of Dictators,' which Canada never accepted in the first place.

The way to defeat Trumpism is by resisting. Be sure to vote for the midterms and return Democrats to the U.S. Senate and the U.S. House.

Donald Trump links threats to seize Greenland to Nobel prize snub in letter.

US president says he no longer feels the need to think ‘purely of peace’ in letter to Norwegian prime minister

You heard that correctly. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...

Today, we honor the life, legacy, and vision of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. His dream of justice, equality, and opportunity for all continues to inspire us. After reflecting on his powerful words: What is your dream for our future?

Share your thoughts in the comments below.

Raised in South Holland, Joliet's bishop is appointed by Pope Leo XIV to oversee Archdiocese of New York Bishop Ronald Hicks has been an acolyte of Chicago Cardinal Blase Cupich, and is one of the pope's first major U.S. appointments since being elected as worldwide leader of the Catholic church followin...

We are proud to share one of our own, Bishop Ronald Hicks, has been appointed by Pope Leo XIV as the Archbishop of New York City. Bishop Hicks was born in Harvey, Illinois, and raised in the 2nd Congressional District. He attended St. Jude the Apostle Parish and School in South Holland. #IL2Proud

SAVE THE DATE!

The 2026 Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Scholarship Application Cycle will open on Monday, January 5, 2026! Save the date and visit www.cbcfinc.org/programs/sch... for additional information.

For the first time since 1988, the U.S. is not officially commemorating World AIDS Day Noting the decision not to mark the day, the State Department stated: "An awareness day is not a strategy." Activists in the fight to end the ongoing AIDS epidemic disagree.

President Donald Trump recorded another first, this time not commemorating #WorldAIDSDay.

President Joe Biden delivered remarks on December 1, 2024. President George W. Bush commemorated the day on December 1, 2008. Every president since 1988, except this year. #ShameShameShameOnTrump

Please join the 2nd Congressional Dems for a virtual meeting on Wednesday, December 3 at 7:00PM (CST). You can register for the December meeting by clicking the link below:

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So today (and every day!), let’s show some love:

🛍️ Visit a local store
🍽️ Grab a bite at a neighborhood café
🤝 Leave a review or share a post
💡 Tell a friend about your favorite small business

#ShopSmall #SmallBizSat #Community #LocalBusiness #ShopLocal #SecondDems

Happy Small Business Saturday!

Today is all about celebrating the local shops, makers, entrepreneurs, and dreamers who keep our communities strong.

Small businesses are the backbone of our country! When you choose to shop small, you’re investing in making our towns vibrant and our economy thrive.

Illinois families have lost $766 so far this year due to Trump’s inflation, according to the U.S. Senate Joint Economic.

Meanwhile, Republicans do nothing to lower costs.

Illinois Democrats are fighting for working families.

Happy Thanksgiving to all our friends in the 2nd Congressional District of Illinois!!!

Today is Transgender Day of Remembrance

The loss of transgender and gender non-conforming community members' lives, including as a result of violence and hate, often goes unreported (or misreported) in the media. Today, we raise awareness about anti-transgender violence. #TransRightsAreHumanRights

Today, we honor all who served in uniform. Thank you for the selfless sacrifices our veterans have made for our country.

Democrats everywhere, who are fighting back against Trump’s chaos and extremism—proving that leadership, compassion, and results still matter.

The affordabilty crisis was caused by Trump.

And yes, Trump was on the ballot. And lost!

Stay strong!

Trump got the message from American voters, as evidenced by these posts.

Trump wasn’t on the ballot on Tuesday — but still took a major loss “Hopefully POTUS starts focusing less on international stuff and more on domestic issues,” one White House official told MSNBC after losses in Virginia, New Jersey and New York City rolled in.

Big, big night for Democrats and lovers of democracy from coast to coast. The Fox News talking point black voters would stay home was clearly debunked in New Jersey! The rumors of the death of the Democratic Party has been greatly exaggerated.

Election live updates: Democrats sweep the first major elections of Trump’s second term | CNN Politics Voters in multiple states on Tuesday are participating in the first major elections of President Donald Trump’s second term. Follow here for live news updates, results, analysis and more.

Big, big night for Democrats and lovers of democracy from coast to coast. The Fox News talking point black voters would stay home was clearly debunked in New Jersey!

The rumors of the death of the Democratic Party has been greatly exaggerated.

Yes, @hillaryclinton.bsky.social, Nero would be proud.