Illinois' 12th Congressional District
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Recent News About Illinois' 12th Congressional District
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U.S. Rep. Bost on status of work at Little Grassy Lake: 'The lake has been drawn down 10 feet'
U.S. Representative Mike Bost has announced that concessions and campgrounds at Little Grassy Lake are currently closed, with a public scoping meeting scheduled for June.
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U.S. Rep. Bost on veterans' Second Amendment rights: 'It should infuriate all of us when they have their freedoms taken away'
U.S. Representative Mike Bost, serving Illinois' 12th District, has introduced legislation aimed at protecting veterans from losing their firearms when seeking assistance from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
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U.S. Rep. Mike Bost: 'Proud to cast my vote today in favor of the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act'
U.S. Representative Mike Bost expressed his support for the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act, stating, "Women have fought too hard for too long for their place to compete in sports, and we owe it to them to protect that progress," in a...
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U.S. Rep. Mike Bost: 'Biden is selling off unused border wall materials just weeks before President Trump takes office'
U.S. Representative Mike Bost has alleged that President Joe Biden is selling border wall materials and has demanded answers regarding the matter.
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U.S. Rep. Mike Bost: 'I met with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Director Martha Williams to address confusion'
U.S. Representative Mike Bost updated his constituents on the situation regarding Little Grassy Lake in a Facebook post dated December 12.
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U.S. Rep. Mike Bost: 'People are furious at U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and they have every right to be'
U.S. Representative Mike Bost announced via a Facebook post on December 10 that he had written to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service regarding concerns about Little Grassy Lake.
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U.S. Rep. Mike Bost: 'Many Southern Illinoisans are feeling hurt and angered this week'
U.S. Representative Mike Bost expressed public discontent regarding the decision to drain Little Grassy Lake in a Facebook post dated December 6.
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U.S. Rep. Mike Bost: 'Can't wait to work together to serve the needs of America's veterans'
U.S. Representative Mike Bost discussed a recent appointment by President Donald Trump in a Facebook post dated November 14.
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U.S. Rep Mike Bost: 'It's clear that changes must be made to make sure something like this never happens again'
U.S. Representative Mike Bost discussed a task force report in an October 21 Facebook post, stating, "The deeply concerning findings point to serious security failures by the Secret Service, including bad planning, poor coordination with local law...
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Congressman Mike Bost: 'Especially in rural areas like Southern Illinois, access to health care is vitally importantt'
U.S. Representative Mike Bost recently discussed an award he received, expressing his commitment to veterans' welfare. "I’m proud to fight for our veterans to make sure they get the care they deserve," he said in an October 11 Facebook post.
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Congressman Mike Bost: 'My prayers are with the people of Israel as the country faces a barrage of Iranian missiles'
Congressman Mike Bost addressed the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, stating, "Israel has faced deadly threats from Iran, from Hezbollah militants in Lebanon, and from Hamas terrorists in Gaza for years," in an October 1 Facebook post.
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U.S. Rep. Mike Bost: 'The State Department has launched an Online Passport Renewal system'
Congressman Mike Bost shared information about the new online passport renewal option, saying, "It's a secure, straightforward system that streamlines the whole process," in a Sept. 22 Facebook post.
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U.S. Rep. Mike Bost: 'American-made steel forms the backbone of our economy'
US Representative Mike Bost discussed the importance of American-made steel and the measures needed to counteract adversaries like China, who he claims "continue to dump steel into our country at far below market value." He made this statement in a July 11 Facebook post.
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U.S. Rep. Mike Bost: 'Today marks the second anniversary of the Supreme Court’s monumental Dobbs decision, empowering states to protect lives of the unborn. '
U.S. Representative Mike Bost shared his thoughts in honor of the second anniversary of the Supreme Court's decision in the Dobbs case, stating, "since then, more than 200,000 children a year have been saved." Bost made this statement in a June 24 Facebook post.
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From SE Illinois News
12th Congressional District candidate Bailey: ‘The swamp is doing everything it can to lie and buy this election for its failed incumbent’
Darren Bailey, a candidate for the 12th Congressional District, has publicly criticized his opponent, incumbent U.S. Rep. Mike Bost (R-Ill.), accusing him of being part of the political "swamp" and engaging in actions that are detrimental to the nation. In an appeal to supporters, Bailey urged them to contribute to his campaign in order to "drain the swamp" and prioritize putting "America First."
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From SE Illinois News
12th Congressional District candidate Darren Bailey to engage with voters at Trenton’s Hank’s Bowl
Darren Bailey, a candidate for the 12th Congressional District, is preparing to engage with voters in an unconventional setting. On January 30, from 5 to 7 p.m., Bailey will host a "Meet & Greet" event at Hank’s Bowl, a distinguished establishment located at 29 W Illinois St. in Trenton.
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From SE Illinois News
Bailey: ‘Joe Biden’s handling of the border, ceding control to cartels involved in human trafficking, is despicable’
Darren Bailey, a candidate for the 12th Congressional District, has expressed strong concerns about the Biden administration's management of the border situation. Bailey accuses President Biden of surrendering control to cartels involved in human trafficking and describes this as "despicable". He advocates for robust measures to secure the borders and goes so far as to label the cartels as terrorists.
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From SE Illinois News
12th Congressional District candidate Bailey: ‘I’m not just standing with President Trump; I’m rallying beside him, fighting for truth and justice!’
In a recent reaction to the ongoing efforts to exclude former President Donald Trump from the Illinois ballot, Darren Bailey, a candidate for the 12th Congressional District, expressed his unwavering support for Trump. He criticized what he termed as 'radical liberals' for their attempts to destabilize democracy and described their actions as desperate.
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Bost Bill Aims To Keep Prime Farmland In Production
U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) is working to ensure that prime and unique farmland is used for farming by introducing legislation on June 27, 2023 that restricts access to federal tax credits for companies converting these properties into solar panels tracts.
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Bost Votes to Secure Border, Hire More Border Agents
U.S. Rep. Mike Bost (IL-12) voted for the Secure the Border Act of 2023 today, the same day President Biden ended Title 42 rules that expedite the return of migrants apprehended crossing the border illegally.