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Congressman Eric Sorensen
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Congressman Eric Sorensen
@RepEricSorensen
Official account. š¤ļø Meteorologist representing Central and Northwestern Illinois in Congress. #IL17
- Today I voted against giving Trump a $70 billion blank check for ICE and CBP. Hereās why:
00:00 - Iāll never forget being on air in 2008 reporting on a mass shooting at my alma mater, Northern Illinois University. In the nearly two decades since, our nationās gun violence epidemic has continued to get worse. Itās why I support a ban on assault weapons, red flag laws, and
- We survived 14 hours in the Armed Services Committee Room for the FY27 NDAA Mark-up. But I must say thank you to these two awesome members of our team: Cate and Julia. They are always working nonstop on everything military, veterans, and healthcare (among many other things). I am
- Light Up Pride was a powerful way to kick off Pride Month in the Quad Cities.Ā Pride is about visibility, community, and making sure every person knows they belong exactly as they are. Proud to stand with so many neighbors, advocates, faith leaders, and organizations celebrating
- My neighbors at Rock Island Arsenal should have the opportunity to join a union.
00:00 - If Pete Hegseth wanted a meritocracy, he'd be promoting the leaders who have earned the trust of their troops and who will do right by our country. Not just those who look like him.
00:00 - Farmers in Northwestern and Central Illinois are struggling. Farm bankruptcies were up by over 130% last year across the country. Trumpās Secretary of Agriculture just doesnāt care.
00:00 - Itās going to be a busy day in both the House Agriculture and Armed Services Committees. Follow along!
00:00 - šŖļøā”š§ļø FIRST ALERT: Today, I got to meet a group of weather and climate scientists who walked 250 miles to tell Congress to invest in weather prediction infrastructure! They shared the personal stories of Americans who have been impacted by climate change and extreme weather. As
- Itās always an honor to greet our VIP neighbors as they return home from an honor flight to Washington, D.C.Ā Their example of service helps guide me forward in the work I do.
- National Guard members and their families make incredible sacrifices to protect Illinois and our country. Iām proud to co-lead bipartisan legislation that would ensure families get the benefits they have earned during times of crisis.
- Visited Churchview Garden Homes to learn more about this important affordable housing project on Peoriaās South Side. This is a critical investment in helping to support families and strengthen the community. Too many people are struggling with housing costs, and Iāll keep
