Senator Andy Kim, a U.S. Congressman representing New Jersey’s 3rd district since 2019, used his social media platform on February 19, 2026, to address issues ranging from the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary to concerns about community safety and civic engagement among students.
In a tweet posted at 13:11 UTC, Senator Kim called for reflection and participation ahead of America’s semiquincentennial, stating: “America’s 250th anniversary is a chance for us to reflect on the original promise of this nation and commit to building a country that works for all of us. New Jersey students: I want to hear from you. Get involved in our 250 initiatives at https://t.co/iCmjGUJ4ds.”
Later the same day, at 15:02 UTC, Kim addressed concerns regarding Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activities in local communities: “ICE in our communities isn’t just making us less safe — it’s also becoming a barrier to receiving care. People in NJ are scared to leave their homes, go to school, and go to the doctor. This kind of intimidation has no place in our healthcare system.”
At 15:22 UTC, Kim expressed support for student activism with another post: “I believe that the opposite of democracy is apathy. I commend the students in NJ who are taking action to stand up for what they believe in.”
Andy Kim was born in Boston, Massachusetts in 1982 and currently resides in Moorestown. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Chicago after attending Deep Springs College earlier in his academic career. Having replaced Tom MacArthur as representative of New Jersey’s 3rd district in Congress starting January 2019, Kim has focused on issues affecting both his constituents and broader national conversations.
