South Michigan News

Rep. Tim Walberg, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Michigan’s 5th district, has shared insights on various issues through his recent tweets. These posts highlight his engagement with education reform, drug overdose prevention, and workforce empowerment.

On June 4, 2025, Rep. Walberg addressed concerns about the education system's ability to prepare a skilled workforce. He expressed appreciation for hearing from Education Secretary McMahon regarding her plans to address inherited challenges and focus on student-centered reforms. "Our education system has failed to prepare a workforce with the skills employers need. I enjoyed hearing from @EDSecMcMahon about her plans to continue cleaning up the mess she inherited and her vision for an education system that puts students, not bureaucracies, first."

Later that day, Walberg discussed legislative efforts to combat drug overdoses in the United States. He noted that over 80,000 drug overdose deaths occurred in 2024 and highlighted the House GOP's passage of the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act as a measure to provide communities with necessary resources against substance use disorders. "In 2024, there were over 80,000 drug overdose deaths in the U.S. @HouseGOP passed the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act to fight this crisis and equip communities with the resources necessary to prevent overdoses and counter substance use disorders."

On June 5, 2025, Rep. Walberg shared his enthusiasm after discussions with Secretary Chavez-DeRemer about empowering workers and job creators under President Trump's administration. He emphasized his commitment to collaborating on addressing the skills gap within America's workforce. "It was great to hear from @SecretaryLCD today about her plans to empower workers, job creators, and retirees. As President Trump continues to build this Golden Age for America, I remain committed to working with Secretary Chavez-DeRemer to address the skills gap."

Tim Walberg has been serving Michigan’s 5th District since replacing Mark Schauer in 2011 after previously serving in the Michigan House of Representatives from 1983 to 1999.