West Indy News

Congressman Jim Baird, who represents Indiana’s 4th district in the U.S. Congress, recently shared a series of updates on his official Twitter account regarding legislative efforts and federal initiatives.

On July 16, 2025, Baird highlighted his participation in a House Foreign Affairs Committee session: "In @HouseForeignGOP, I asked Deputy Secretary of State Michael Rigas about what he is doing to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the @StateDept and what can be done to ensure foreign assistance reaches its intended recipients. WATCH BELOW https://t.co/th4yIkCDQF".

Later that day, Baird posted about an interview with Matthew Foldi from the DC Reporter: "I was honored to speak to @MatthewFoldi with the @DC_Reporter about the One Big Beautiful Bill and how it’s a historic WIN for our farmers and small businesses! https://t.co/5rgfZqET7m" (July 16, 2025).

In another post on July 16, Baird expressed appreciation for recent federal action against fentanyl: "Thank you, @POTUS, for signing the HALT Fentanyl Act into law. This bill is vital to helping law enforcement keep deadly fentanyl off our streets and protecting communities across our country. https://t.co/OxFuJiZJrd".

Baird has served in Congress since 2019 after replacing Todd Rokita as representative for Indiana's 4th district. He previously held positions in both the Indiana House of Representatives (2010-2018) and Putnam County Commission (2006-2010). Born in Covington in 1945 and currently residing in Greencastle, Baird earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Purdue University in West Lafayette in 1967.