South Michigan News

Rep. Tim Walberg, a U.S. Congressman representing Michigan’s 5th district since 2011, shared updates on recent legislative actions and community engagements through his social media posts this week.

On September 5, 2025, Walberg highlighted the House's passage of new legislation targeting fentanyl production in China. He stated, "Illicit fentanyl poisonings are now the number one cause of death among adults 18-49. This week, the House passed the STOP Chinese Fentanyl Act to sanction CCP fentanyl producers, strengthen our national security, and keep Americans safe."

Later that day, he reported on his participation in a business-focused event. On September 5, 2025, he posted: "It was great to join the National Federal of Independent Businesses for a roundtable and discuss the permanent extension of the small business deduction. This critical provision is estimated to create over 1 million new small business jobs and generate $750 billion in economic https://t.co/WrkN238dSq"

On September 6, 2025, Walberg described a visit with a local service organization: "I had a great time stopping by the Monroe Rotary Club and learning about more of their projects and initiatives to support our community. I also was able to congratulate the club as they celebrate their centennial this year! https://t.co/EFuACbASpT"

Walberg has represented Michigan’s 5th District in Congress since replacing Mark Schauer in 2011. Before his tenure in Congress, he served in the Michigan House of Representatives from 1983 to 1999. Born in Chicago in 1951 and currently residing in Tipton at age 72, Walberg holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Taylor University.