West Cook News

Jesús "Chuy" García, a member of the U.S. Congress representing Illinois' 4th district, has recently shared his views on various issues through social media. On January 25, 2025, García expressed support for workers' rights and union recognition, criticized actions taken by former President Trump regarding inspector generals, and addressed concerns about federal agency activities in schools.

On January 25, 2025, Congressman García stated his support for the @DCCulinaryUnion's efforts to have their union recognized. He emphasized the importance of fair pay and union representation for all workers. "I am proud to stand in solidarity with the @DCCulinaryUnion as they fight to have their union recognized! Every worker deserves a union and every worker deserves fair pay for their labor!"

Later that day, García criticized former President Donald Trump's decision to dismiss at least twelve independent inspector generals. He highlighted this action as indicative of an attempt to govern without oversight or accountability. García stressed the necessity of checks and balances in a democratic system. "The firing of at least 12 independent inspector generals by Trump is one more example of how he wants to govern without oversight or accountability. A democracy needs checks and balances."

In another post on January 25, 2025, García addressed an incident involving federal agents visiting Hamline School in Chicago. He clarified that it was Secret Service agents who visited the school rather than ICE agents and condemned any form of harassment towards children and communities by government entities. He reaffirmed his stance that schools should be safe environments for students and staff alike. "Last night, the Secret Service confirmed their agents, not ICE, visited Hamline School in Chicago. Regardless of the federal or government entity, harassing children and communities is unacceptable. Let me be clear: schools must remain safe havens for kids, families, and staff."