South Michigan News

Rep. Tim Walberg, who represents Michigan’s 5th district in the U.S. Congress, posted a series of tweets on September 15, 2025, highlighting his recent activities and expressing his views on infrastructure, education policy, and national unity.

In a tweet posted at 13:58 UTC, Walberg shared his experience visiting local businesses in Marshall: "I enjoyed touring Carr Brothers and Sons and Rieth-Riley Construction in Marshall to learn more about the critical work they do to support American infrastructure and grow our economy. To empower small businesses like theirs, I voted for the One Big Beautiful Bill – the historic https://t.co/1dCpy27To0".

Later that day at 17:54 UTC, Walberg commented on education policy and praised a federal official: "I am glad to have an ally in the Department of Education like @EdSecMcMahon who understands the importance of returning education to the states while putting students, teachers, and families first. https://t.co/Q643ngYkJ8".

At 19:15 UTC, Walberg expressed gratitude after participating in a prayer for Charlie Kirk's family and for the nation: "Thank you Paul W. Smith for allowing me to offer up a prayer for the family of Charlie Kirk and for our nation during this challenging time. May God bless his family and heal our country. https://t.co/InAnstLNsx".

Tim Walberg has served as Michigan’s 5th District representative since 2011 after succeeding Mark Schauer. Before joining Congress, he was a member of the Michigan House of Representatives from 1983 to 1999. Born in Chicago in 1951, Walberg is currently 72 years old and resides in Tipton. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Taylor University.