I held a press conference today concerning health care in America, but needed to acknowledge the shooting by ICE agents in Minneapolis.

Proud to support this new law that invests billions in addiction treatment, recovery services, and overdose prevention. This will bring real help to families in Illinois who are fighting the opioid and fentanyl crisis. Everyone deserves access to care, support, and a path to recovery.

My statement on the passing of Congressman Doug LaMalfa:

1/2 The National Center for Atmospheric Research in Colorado is one of the most important organizations for the understanding of atmospheric science in the world. In my previous career, I’ve worked at NCAR to learn from some of the most brilliant minds in Meteorology.

So glad to spend some time with my friend, Abigail Spanberger, the Governor-Elect of Virginia!

As a new member of Congress, Jeff Kirwan, a farmer from Mercer County, was the first to let me tour his farm. After 10 years serving on the Illinois Farm Bureau, Jeff is retiring. Today, I honored him on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives. Watch:

Thank you everyone for joining my 7th town hall of the year last Thursday! Nearly 17,000 of you joined to share your questions and thoughts with me. If you had a question that I couldn’t get to this year, please reach out to my office at Sorensen.house.gov and I will get answers for you.

Happy 1st night of Hanukkah! May your candles burn bright this season.

I demanded HUD stop their planned cuts to homelessness services and they heeded my call. These changes would have made it harder for our vulnerable to find safe shelter, especially in brutally cold weather. We need to support programs that work, not take them away.

Today, I’m proud to share the House has passed my bill to rename the Harrison Avenue Post Office in Rockford as the Jay P. Larson Post Office Building. Watch:

I am so proud to say I came into the world at SwedishAmerican Hospital in Rockford. Walking the halls of the redesigned NICU recalibrated my reason to fight for access to health care. Thank you to the doctors, nurses, and staff who provide care.

Proud to visit Pegasus Manufacturing – Illinois’ 2025 Manufacturer of the Year! I got to see firsthand how Galesburg is leading in innovation, precision, and job creation. Our manufacturers keep America moving, and I’m committed to making sure they have the tools they need to continue growing.

🚨I am doing another town hall before the end of the year! I need your questions for our end-of-year virtual town hall this Thursday from 6pm-7pm. RSVP here to get a phone call to join the event and ask any question: forms.gle/FMkyD1Wso4jg....

In the last Congress, Stephenson County Sheriff Steve Stovall alerted me to the alarming rate at which seniors are being targeted by scammers. I’m now leading the bipartisan Guard Act which will bring new technology and innovation to our law enforcement. Watch more from WIFR News:

I am proud to fight for the Illinois Army National Guard in Peoria on the House Armed Services Committee, along with Senator Tammy Duckworth. Together, with our Illinois Congressional delegation, we secured $8 million to construct a readiness center that will ensure the National Guard is prepared.

1/2 I grew up in the era of Ryan White, the kid who was my age when he contracted HIV from a blood transfusion in 1984. He was expected to live six months, but lived on for six years. His courage helped Americans deal with the AIDS crisis, and that it affected more than just gay people.

Earlier this year, UnityPoint Health Trinity opened a new Cancer Center in Moline with a focus on technology and innovation to improve patient outcomes. It’s so important to show thanks to our doctors, nurses, and staff, who are there for us when we need them.

Thank you to the leadership and staff at Carle BroMenn Medical Center and State Rep. Sharon Chung for a great visit and tour. This was an important time to learn about the care provided to our neighbors all across Central Illinois and how support is needed at the state and federal level.

Thanks to Illinois reps from the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers for meeting with me in Washington. I am working on big plans to overhaul our aging electric grid, as well as fighting for the PRO Act, fair pay for fair work, and the tools workers need to negotiate strong contracts.

Our veterans never stopped showing up for us, and we must do the same for them. That’s why I’m proud to support the Veterans' Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2025! This bill boosts disability and survivor benefits so they keep up with cost-of-living increases.

Breaking News from the U.S. Capitol:

Mustafa Abdall was one of a kind. I am shocked to learn of his sudden passing and send love and healing to his family and neighbors. I will miss seeing his smile, but I will remember him for that.

If Republicans don’t work with Democrats over the holidays to find a fix for the high cost of health care, we run the risk of another shutdown in January. Here are my thoughts:

Inspired by the work happening at Think Big! in Rockford. Thank you to Dr. Sheila Hill for the tour of the business school and for showing how entrepreneurs are being empowered to grow their ideas and strengthen the entire Rock River Valley.

I am happy to report that our neighbors will start receiving their full SNAP today despite President Trump’s best efforts to avoid feeding thousands of us in #IL17.

Small businesses are feeling the impact of Trump’s tariffs. I met with leaders of Smith Filter in Moline who rely on imported aluminum to make their innovative HVAC filters. If we want “Made in America,” we need policy that safeguards jobs.

If there’s anything we need more of us in the world, it’s kindness and compassion. Some people in this world (and definitely some people on this social media site) can be cruel and mean. Don’t let that stop you from being kind to others. Happy World Kindness Day!

Congratulations to the newest member of Congress, Adelita Grijalva! I am so proud of her tenacity through the past 50 days. Arizona’s 7th District will be so well served with her in Congress.

Tariffs are crushing farmers in #IL17. Farmers don’t want bailouts, they want good policy. I talk to farmers every day who wish the President would pay attention to them first, not Argentina. Watch:

Thank you Illinois Valley Fuller Center for allowing me to recognize and honor veterans who are continuing to serve in the Peoria Police Department. And a special surprise recognition for Debbie Gaught with the Fuller Center for the incredible work she’s doing to support veterans!

Hero Street in Silvis sent more men to fight in World War II and the Korean War than any other street in the United States. It was an honor to speak on Veterans Day about its importance.

Happy Veterans Day! Many thanks to the at Hy-Vee in Milan for putting together such a meaningful breakfast for our veterans.

Far from Washington, Illinois soybean farmers, like Opey in Tazewell County, are unfairly bearing the burden of a trade war that is crushing their farms. Enough with the handouts to Argentina, it’s time to put Illinois farmers first.

BIG NEWS: New investments and jobs are coming to Peoria next year! Starting in 2026, Viridis Chemical will be moving their headquarters to Peoria to begin producing bio-based, low carbon chemicals that are used in everyday products.

It was an honor to welcome our local veterans to Washington D.C. One of the best parts of this job is serving those who serve in our military with my seat on the Armed Services Committee, but also saying thanks to our vets every chance I get. 🇺🇸

Can you believe it? The Trump Administration is asking the Supreme Court to stop the court order to help feed Americans who are hungry. Instead of fighting the courts, Donald Trump should do what’s right and legal, and fund SNAP. Needlessly causing people to go without food is wrong.

1/2 As someone who travels back and forth between Illinois and DC, I always thank our TSA agents who keep us safe. Even if it’s just lunch from Hungry Hobo, I am thankful for my time today with the folks at the Quad Cities Int’l who are working to keep us safe.

Enough of the delays. The Trump Administration needs to follow the law, obey the courts, and feed hungry families.

Thank you Mayor Duane for your decades of public service to the Village of Milan. Your retirement is so well deserved after a lifetime of service to your community.

I’m calling on the USDA to fund SNAP during the government shutdown. Families shouldn’t be suffering because politicians are playing games in Washington. I’m ready to work with anyone to reopen the government with a plan to lower your costs and end the needless suffering.

1/2 The courts have affirmed what we knew all along. The Trump Administration is illegally preventing the payment of SNAP benefits for the month of November.

1/2 President Trump’s reckless trade war with China has done nothing but raise prices on American consumers and crush the ag economy.

Great meeting with Ashay the owner of the new City Center Market in downtown Rockford this week. This store brings fresh food and local jobs to our community and accepts SNAP, which so many families rely on. That’s exactly why I’m urging Secretary Rollins to make sure SNAP is fully funded.

1/3 As the Trump Administration forces tens of millions of Americans off of food assistance, we will need to do more neighbor by neighbor.

My response to the guilty verdict in the Sean Grayson murder trial:

Did you know Rockford’s Excel Center is the first free, accredited high school for adults in Illinois? This school is giving adults a real second chance by offering actual diplomas, not GEDs, along with childcare, career pathways, and life-changing support.

So many families in Central and Northwestern Illinois depend on SNAP to put food on their tables. Because of them, I am urging Ag Secretary Rollins to release the SNAP funds from the USDA. Holding back funds to score a political score is wrong. Read the full letter here:

Grateful to visit Milestone Inc. in Rockford this week. Their dedication to supporting adults with disabilities makes a real difference in our community. I’ll keep fighting to protect Medicare, Medicaid, and SNAP so organizations like Milestone can continue their vital work.