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Jim Baird votes for Laken Riley Act and comments on Trump's address

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Rep. Jim Baird, U.S. Representative for Indiana's 4th District | Official U.S. House headshot

Rep. Jim Baird, U.S. Representative for Indiana's 4th District | Official U.S. House headshot

Congressman Jim Baird, who has been serving in the U.S. Congress representing Indiana’s 4th district since 2019, shared his recent activities and opinions on social media. Baird, a Purdue University graduate born in Covington, Indiana, posted about legislative developments and political events.

On March 5, 2025, Congressman Baird announced his support for a significant legislative measure: "I proudly voted with the @HouseGOP to pass the Laken Riley Act to allow Border Patrol to detain criminal illegal immigrants and ensure what happened to Laken never happens again. Thank you, @POTUS, for signing this bill into law!"

Later that day, he issued a statement regarding President Donald J. Trump’s address to Congress. He expressed criticism of previous Democratic leadership while supporting Trump's agenda: "My statement on @POTUS Donald J. Trump’s Joint Address to Congress: For four years, Hoosiers were buckling under the numerous crises caused by President Biden and Congressional Democrats’ failed leadership. Tonight, President Trump laid out his bold agenda to renew the American…"

In another post on March 5th, Congressman Baird extended his gratitude for an event held at Capitol Hill: "Thank you, @GOPMajorityWhip Tom Emmer, for hosting the Stanley Cup on Capitol Hill yesterday!"

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