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, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Illinois' 12th district, has shared several updates through his social media platform. His recent posts cover a range of topics from honoring fallen law enforcement officers to discussing international economic investments.
On May 13, 2025, Rep. Bost posted about National Police Week, where he honored Illinois State Trooper Clay Carns on the House floor. Trooper Carns was born in Carbondale and graduated from Pinckneyville High School. He tragically lost his life in a roadside accident while performing his duties.
The following day, on May 14, 2025, Rep. Bost highlighted President Trump's efforts to attract global investment into the United States economy. He noted that Saudi Arabia committed over $600 billion in new investments spanning sectors such as energy, defense, AI, infrastructure, and critical minerals.
Additionally, on May 14, 2025, Rep. Bost made another brief post with a link to further information here, although no additional context was provided within the tweet itself.
Mike Bost has been a member of the U.S. Congress since replacing Gerald Hawkins in 2015 and has previously served in various governmental roles within Illinois.