MIKE BOST ISSUES STATEMENT ON PRIMARY ELECTION VICTORY

MURPHYSBORO, IL – U.S. Rep. Mike Bost (IL-12) issued the following statement in response to his Republican primary victory:

“I’m honored that Southern Illinois conservatives have entrusted me to be their voice in Congress for another two years. Serving the people and land I love is the honor of a lifetime. Tuesday’s victory was only possible because of the backing of countless friends and supporters from every corner of the district, along with a vitally important endorsement from Donald J. Trump, our next president of the United States.

“While primaries are never easy, I’m proud that we remained focused on the issues voters care about and ran a positive, results-oriented campaign. I’m hopeful we can work to reunify our party in advance of a critical general election.”

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BOST CAMPAIGN RELEASES TV AD HIGHLIGHTING PRESIDENT TRUMP’S ENDORSEMENT

MURPHYSBORO, IL – Congressman Mike Bost’s campaign today released its fourth television advertisement of the 2024 election cycle. The ad, titled “Own Words,” will air district-wide on cable, broadcast, and satellite television, as well as on streaming services.


CROWD CHANTING: “USA! USA! USA! USA!”

PRESIDENT TRUMP: “Congressman Mike Bost. Mike fights every day for the hard working people of Illinois.

A vote for Mike is really a continuation to Make America Great Again.

If you want to stand up for American jobs, factories, and workers, you must vote for Mike Bost.

Mike Bost is going to win big.”

BOST: “I’m Mike Bost and I approve this message.”

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PRESIDENT TRUMP ENDORSES MIKE BOST FOR CONGRESS

MURPHYSBORO, IL– The 45th President of the United States, Donald J. Trump, announced today that he has endorsed U.S. Rep. Mike Bost in his campaign for re-election against challenger Darren Bailey. 


“Congressman Mike Bost is doing a fantastic job representing the Great People of Illinois’ 12th Congressional District. While I like and respect Darren Bailey, and was proud to campaign for him in 2022, Mike Bost was one of the first House Committee Chairmen to endorse my Campaign, and Mike was a stalwart supporter of our America First agenda during my record-setting Administration,” said President Trump. “As Chairman of the Veterans’ Affairs Committee, Mike is doing an incredible job providing our Brave and Patriotic Veterans with the care they deserve. He is working hard to Secure the Border, Champion American Agriculture, Strengthen the Military, Grow the Economy, and Protect and Defend our under siege Second Amendment. Mike Bost has my Complete and Total Endorsement!”

“It is a tremendous honor to have President Trump’s full support and total endorsement of my campaign,” said Bost. “His leadership made us stronger at home and more respected across the world. I will do all I can to help put President Trump back to the White House because we are fighting for the same things: a secure our border, a strong Second Amendment, an end to the wokeness plaguing our country, and putting America FirstI look forward to standing side-by-side with him in the fight to Make America Great Again once we’re both re-elected this November.” 

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BOST CAMPAIGN RELEASES NEW TV AD

Congressman Mike Bost’s campaign today has released its third television advertisement of the 2024 election cycle. The ad, titled “Fighting Patriot,” will air district-wide on cable, broadcast, and satellite television, as well as on streaming services.


BIDEN: “No great country can say it is secure without being able to control its borders.”

ANNOUNCER: “We need someone to fight the Biden border crisis.

Mike Bost. He’ll finish President Trump’s wall.

Fight the woke Biden-Harris agenda that’s giving resources to illegal immigrants.

Bost is a proven leader with the experience to move the America First agenda forward.

Mike is a patriot that we need for a strong border.

Conservative fighter. Mike Bost.”

BOST: “I’m Mike Bost and I approve this message.”

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BOST ANNOUNCES FARM BUREAU ENDORSEMENT

U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) announced that his re-election campaign has been endorsed by Illinois Farm Bureau. Bost, who serves on the House Agriculture Committee, and IFB rolled out details of an eight-stop Farm Bureau tour this week to highlight the endorsement and visit with local farmers.

Congressman Mike Bost has been a strong supporter of U.S. farmers and rural Americans in Washington,” said Ken Taake, Chairman of the 12th District ACTIVATOR Trustee Committee.For that reason, the farmer trustees representing Illinois Farm Bureau ACTIVATOR are proud to announce the endorsement of Congressman Bost. Congressman Bost listens to the concerns of his district and addresses those concerns in our nation’s capital. He works hard to ensure that the needs of his constituents are met with a look to the future for the success of future generations. The 12th district would be well served by sending Mike back to Washington.

Our campaign continues to rack up powerful endorsements that reflect the absolute best of Southern Illinois,” said Bost. I couldn’t be prouder to have the support of Illinois Farm Bureau because our farmers form the backbone of our rural economy. They love their country and know I’m the candidate in this race who will fight for them. For me it’s about serving the people, not about grasping for a job title. And that will never change.”

For media inquires, or details on the Bost Farm Bureau Tour, please contact Myles Nelson at 618-960-1370 or press@bostforcongress.com

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BOST CAMPAIGN LAUNCHES SECOND TELEVISION AD

Congressman Mike Bost’s campaign has released its second television advertisement of the 2024 election cycle this week. The ad, titled “Secure America,” will air district-wide on cable, broadcast, and satellite television, as well as on streaming services.

Click the link below to view the commercial:


“Border agents are calling this the worst they’ve ever seen.”

“Not slowing down the surge of people walking in on foot. The situation just continues to get worse.”

ANNOUNCER: “Conservative Mike Bost is fighting to end the crisis.

Bost stands with President Trump to finish the wall.

Hire more agents to secure our border and provide them with the latest technology.

And stop the cartels’ flow of deadly fentanyl.

Conservative leader. Mike Bost. Gets results.”

BOST: “I’m Mike Bost and I approve this message.”

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BOST LAUNCHES FIRST TELEVISION AD OF 2024 CAMPAIGN

MURPHYSBORO, IL – Congressman Mike Bost’s campaign has released its first television advertisement of the 2024 election cycle this week. The ad, titled “People,” will air district-wide on broadcast and satellite television, as well as on streaming services.

To view the full commercial, click the link below:


“Mike Bost fights for Southern Illinois.

Mike fought to open international markets…and to protect us from China’s unfair trade policies.

Mike fought and won to get more invested in rural broadband.

Mike fought to get better mental health services for Veterans. And more job opportunities when we came home.

When it comes to our guns, no one’s a stronger supporter than Mike Bost.

Mike will finish the wall and keep the cartels out of America.

Mike Bost.

Conservative fighter.

Mike Bost gets results.

BOST: I’m Mike Bost and I approve this message.”

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MIKE BOST FILES FOR RE-ELECTION

SPRINGFIELD, IL– U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) filed for reelection Monday, November 27th at the Illinois State Board of Elections in Springfield. Bost submitted 5,191 petitions signed by constituents in all 34 counties of the 12th Congressional District, nearly five times the number of signatures required by law.


“I am honored to have widespread support from Republicans in every county of the 12th District,” said Bost. “Conservative voters know we can’t afford to hand the keys over to failed politicians who are more interested in promoting themselves than protecting our values. Today is the first step in continuing to serve the land I love in a position I am blessed to hold.”

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U.S. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ENDORSES BOST

MURPHYSBORO, IL – U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) today announced that his re-election campaign has been endorsed by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.

“As a small business owner, I am honored to receive the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s endorsement,”  said Bost. “Our small businesses are at the heart of our Southern Illinois communities, and they are hurting after COVID shutdowns and two years of rising inflation and supply chain issues. I’ll keep working to support pro-growth policies that help them not just survive, but also thrive.”

“Congressman Mike Bost’s record of leadership and delivering results for the constituents and businesses of Illinois are significant,” said U.S. Chamber of Commerce Great Lakes Region Vice President Kevin Courtois. “As a small business owner, Rep. Bost uniquely understands the economic needs and challenges facing business owners, workers, and families in Southern Illinois. His commitment to pro-growth solutions and enacting policies that will support the American Dream have earned him the endorsement of the U.S. Chamber. We are proud to support Congressman Bost’s re-election.”

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LAW ENFORCEMENT UNIONS ENDORSE BOST

MURPHYSBORO, IL – U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) today announced that both the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police and the Council of Prison Locals C-33 have endorsed his campaign for reelection.

“I’m honored to receive the endorsement of both the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police and the Council of Prison Locals,”  said Bost. “ Our Southern Illinois law enforcement officers put their lives on the line every day, whether they’re working on our streets or in our prisons. Their work is vitally important to the safety of our communities and I will continue fighting to ensure they have the resources they need to safely do their jobs.”

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