Chicago City Wire

Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez, representing Illinois' 3rd district in the U.S. Congress since 2023, has recently shared her perspectives on social media regarding political appointments and constitutional rights. Her statements reflect her commitment to advocacy and legislative reform.

On December 5, 2024, Ramirez congratulated her colleagues on their new roles within the Congressional Progressive Caucus. She expressed enthusiasm for her position as Vice Chair, stating: "Congrats to our newly elected Chair @RepCasar, Deputy Chair @Ilhan Omar, and Whip @RepChuyGarcia...As a newly elected CPC Vice Chair, I am ready to roll my sleeves with @USProgressives to fight like HELL and HEAVEN for our communities!"

The following day, December 6, 2024, Ramirez addressed misconceptions about constitutional protections in the United States. She emphasized that due process applies to everyone regardless of citizenship status: "Let's set the record straight: everyone on American soil -- independent of their citizenship status -- is protected by our constitutional due process." She urged national leaders to uphold these principles amidst what she termed "reckless comments."

Later that day, Ramirez highlighted historical issues with the 13th Amendment's exception clause related to slavery and incarceration. She called for legislative action against forced labor in prisons: "On this day in 1865, the 13th Amendment banned slavery except as punishment for a crime...Congress must pass @RepNikema & @SenJeffMerkley's Abolish Amendment."