U.S. Rep. Mike Bost representing Illinois' 12th Congressional District | Official U.S. House headshot
U.S. Rep. Mike Bost representing Illinois' 12th Congressional District | Official U.S. House headshot
Rep. Mike Bost, who has served in the U.S. Congress representing Illinois' 12th district since 2015, shared his thoughts on recent events and developments through a series of tweets. He expressed concern over a violent incident, shared information about the suspect involved, and discussed educational growth at a local university.
On June 3, 2025, Rep. Bost addressed an incident in Boulder, Colorado, stating: "Last weekend’s hate-fueled terror attack in Boulder, Colorado should outrage every American. An illegal immigrant targeted innocent people at a peaceful pro-Israel rally with firebombs — simply because of their faith and support of Israel. As we pray for the victims, we must". His tweet highlighted the severity of the attack and called for solidarity with the victims.
Shortly after his initial statement on June 3, Rep. Bost provided additional information regarding the suspect: "Mohamed Sabry Soliman: What we know about illegal immigrant accused in Colorado terror attack https://t.co/XnylJYxACc". This post directed followers to further details about Mohamed Sabry Soliman, who is accused of carrying out the attack.
On June 4, Rep. Bost turned his attention to education by discussing his meeting with Eastern Illinois University President Jay Gatrell: "Appreciated sitting down with Eastern Illinois University President Jay Gatrell this week. With enrollment up and strong growth in their Honors Program, EIU offers a great opportunity for students to acquire the skills and knowledge to enjoy successful and fulfilling careers in https://t.co/Piuz9FTg1B". He commended the university's rising enrollment figures and its expanding Honors Program as valuable assets for student development.
Mike Bost has had a long-standing political career beginning with service on the Jackson County Board from 1984 to 1988 before moving to the Illinois House of Representatives from 1995 until he joined Congress in 2015. Born in Murphysboro, Illinois in 1960, Bost graduated from the University of Illinois' Certified Firefighter II Academy in 1993.
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