Dupage Policy Journal

Congressman Bill Foster, representing Illinois's 11th district, regularly engages with his constituents through social media, particularly addressing national policies and local events. Serving in Congress since 2013, Foster provides updates and opinions on pressing issues affecting his district and the wider U.S. political landscape.

On April 9, 2025, Foster expressed his view on recent adjustments in U.S. trade policy, specifically related to a "90-day pause" on tariffs imposed by former President Donald Trump. In his tweet, he stated, "Trump's 90-day pause on his tariffs is an admission that they were bad policy to begin with. Trump is not negotiating—he's walking back a disastrous idea because markets tanked and all signs were pointing to a recession." Foster emphasized the need for stability for small businesses and consumers, criticizing the original imposition of these tariffs.

Later on the same day, Foster addressed financial regulation, condemning actions that reportedly weakened consumer protection mechanisms. In a subsequent tweet, he remarked, "Gutting the CFPB’s rule to tackle overdraft fees is just another step in Republicans' plan to 'delete' the agency and dismantle protections against abusive and predatory actions by big banks." His commentary highlighted his concerns about the perceived alignment of Republicans with major financial institutions over consumer interests.

Foster also engages with local community events, as evidenced by an April 10 tweet, in which he shared highlights from a recent visit to the Aurora African American Health Coalition Fair. His tweet stated, "It was great to visit the Aurora African American Health Coalition Fair this past weekend. We're lucky to have this great resource right here in our community!" This engagement underscores his commitment to local health initiatives and resources.

Bill Foster was born in Madison, Wisconsin in 1955, and has lived in Naperville during his tenure in Congress. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin–Madison and has focused much of his legislative work on financial regulations and community issues since succeeding Judy Biggert in the U.S. Congress.