Mike Bost U.S. House of Representatives from Illinois's 12th district | Official U.S. House Headshot
Mike Bost U.S. House of Representatives from Illinois's 12th district | Official U.S. House Headshot
Rep. Mike Bost, who has been serving in the U.S. Congress representing Illinois' 12th district since 2015, shared updates on his recent activities and engagements through a series of tweets. Bost, a Murphysboro native with a background in firefighting and politics, provided insights into his work aimed at supporting constituents and addressing regional issues.
On March 5, 2025, Rep. Bost announced that his staff would be conducting mobile office hours across Southern Illinois throughout March to facilitate face-to-face interactions with constituents. He encouraged individuals to "visit with any questions you may have regarding veterans’ benefits, Social Security, Medicare, the IRS."
Later that day, he reported having had a productive meeting with Rodney Masterson from the Laborers' International Union of North America. The discussion centered around protecting jobs in Southern Illinois. Rep. Bost expressed gratitude towards "the hardworking men and women in the building trades who help build and grow our…"
On March 6, 2025, Rep. Bost conveyed his honor at being selected by Speaker Johnson to preside over a House session concerning the censure of Rep. Al Green (D-TX). This action was due to Green's outburst during President Trump's Joint Address to Congress. In his tweet, Bost acknowledged that while emotions can be high in political settings, there is an expectation for decorum as "emotions can run high on either side of the aisle."
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