Dupage Policy Journal

Congressman Bill Foster, representing Illinois' 11th district, made several announcements and statements through social media, addressing both local and national matters. These updates range from community engagement initiatives to significant developments in federal jurisdiction and legislative struggles.

On April 1, 2025, Congressman Foster announced the closing of registration for his upcoming town hall event at McHenry County College, citing full capacity. He assured constituents that the event would be available via a livestream. Foster stressed the importance of accessibility in his statement by mentioning that his office plans for more town halls across the IL-11 district.

The following day, on April 2, 2025, Congressman Foster responded to congressional leadership dynamics involving new parent voters. He criticized Speaker Johnson for attempting to block a bipartisan resolution allowing proxy voting for new mothers. Foster's remarks continued by noting Johnson's subsequent decision to suspend all business for the week, portraying Republican leadership as unwilling to accommodate new mothers’ voting.

Also on April 2, 2025, Foster shared a legislative victory for consumer protection. In a significant legal development, a federal judge halted efforts by former President Trump to dismantle the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). Foster, along with over 200 Democratic colleagues, supported the lawsuit preserving the CFPB, underscoring the court's role in hindering Trump's agenda and ensuring protection for consumers against fraud.