Metro East Sun

Representative Mike Bost, currently serving Illinois' 12th district in the U.S. Congress, has been addressing issues ranging from rising antisemitism to supporting individuals with disabilities through various initiatives. His tweets, published on April 22 and 23, 2025, provide an insight into the ongoing concerns and engagements being tackled within his state.

On April 22, 2025, Bost highlighted a report from the Anti-Defamation League indicating a significant increase in antisemitic incidents in Illinois. According to the report, there were over 335 incidents reported in 2024, marking a 59% rise. A notable concern was the 79 incidents on college campuses, which position Illinois 5th nationally for such confrontations. Bost noted, "According to the Anti-Defamation League, antisemitism is on the rise in Illinois, with over 335 incidents reported in 2024 – a 59% increase. That includes 79 incidents on college campuses, ranking our state 5th nationally for antisemitic confrontations at institutions of..."

On the same day, Bost also shared his visit to Scott Air Force Base, where he met representatives from Challenge Unlimited, an organization dedicated to creating opportunities for individuals with disabilities. This occasion also saw Bost being honored with a Certificate for his efforts. He shared, "While at Scott Air Force Base, I appreciated the chance to visit with representatives from Challenge Unlimited to hear about the latest in their incredible work creating opportunities for individuals with disabilities. It was an honor to be presented with a Certificate of..."

The following day, April 23, 2025, Bost engaged with the University of Illinois Extension office in Anna to discuss various community support initiatives. The discussions covered a wide array of topics including food access, healthy eating programs, youth development, conservation, and efforts to assist underserved communities. Bost expressed his positive experience with the meeting, stating, "Great to catch up with the folks at the University of Illinois Extension office in Anna. We talked about everything from food access and healthy eating programs, to youth development, conservation, and efforts to support underserved communities."

Bost, born in Murphysboro, Illinois in 1960, has had a long career in public service, including serving in the Illinois House of Representatives and Jackson County Board before his congressional tenure began in 2015. He continues to reside in his birthplace of Murphysboro.