Congressman Jesús G. "Chuy" García | Official U.S. House headshot
Congressman Jesús G. "Chuy" García | Official U.S. House headshot
Congressman Chuy García, representing Illinois' 4th district, recently shared a series of tweets reflecting on community achievements and the significance of immigrant communities. Serving in Congress since 2019, García has been an advocate for his constituents and their diverse backgrounds.
On February 9, 2025, Congressman García expressed his pride in honoring Joann Williams during Black History Month. He recognized her as "a veteran, community leader & advocate" who has dedicated decades to improving the LeClaire-Hearst community. Williams is noted for founding the Hearst Community Organization and expanding workforce opportunities. García's acknowledgment of her service can be found here.
On February 10, 2025, Congressman García highlighted the importance of immigrant communities like La Villita in America. He emphasized his support by stating: "Immigrant communities like La Villita are what makes America great!" He affirmed that La Villita is not just a community but a family that he will always defend. The original tweet is available here.
In another tweet on the same day, Congressman García reiterated his message in Spanish to emphasize inclusivity and unity among residents. He declared: "¡Las comunidades inmigrantes como La Villita son lo que hace grande a este país!" reinforcing that La Villita is their community and family deserving of defense. This post can be viewed here.
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