Metro East Sun

Rep. Mike Bost, who has been representing Illinois’ 12th district in the U.S. Congress since 2015, has recently shared insights on his work in the new Congress through a series of tweets. Bost has been actively engaged in legislative efforts in coordination with President Trump, focusing on several key areas including healthcare for veterans, taxation, and border security.

On April 14, 2025, Rep. Bost stated, "Just hit the 100-day mark of the new Congress. In coordination with President Trump, House conservatives are delivering on the America First agenda. As Chairman of the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee, I’ve led efforts to expand mental health care, improve community care access," highlighting his role and accomplishments in the ongoing congressional session.

The following day, on April 15, 2025, he recognized Tax Day as a pivotal moment by tweeting, "Today is Tax Day, and it’s a reminder of what’s at stake. Without action, the historic tax relief implemented during President Trump’s first term will expire at the end of the year. That would be a tax hike for 80% of working families and small businesses, with a family of four," emphasizing the potential financial implications for American families if current tax relief measures are not maintained.

On April 16, 2025, Rep. Bost addressed issues surrounding border security by stating, "The House is working on a budget reconciliation plan that gives Border Patrol the tools it needs to secure the border and protect American families. We’ll finish construction of the border wall, speed up deportations of criminal illegal aliens, and invest in cutting edge," indicating legislative efforts to bolster national border defenses.

Mike Bost, 62, was born in Murphysboro, Illinois, and besides his congressional service since 2015, he boasts a lengthy political career including serving in the Illinois House of Representatives from 1995 to 2015.