Congresswoman Jen Kiggans, who represents Virginia’s 2nd district in the U.S. Congress, used her social media platform to address concerns over a government shutdown and its impact on her constituents.
On October 2, 2025, Kiggans wrote, “#VA02 can’t afford this government shutdown. It’s a disruption to the very families, servicemembers, and seniors we were elected to represent. I came to Congress to serve my fellow Virginians, not play politics. I urge my colleagues in the Senate, regardless of party, to put https://t.co/8qPvsz4iLV”.
The following day, she emphasized the significance of legislation aimed at supporting military personnel during the shutdown: “As we navigate this government shutdown, my Pay Our Troops Act is more important than ever.
Read more here: https://t.co/USggLuiH6T” (October 3, 2025).
Later that same day, Kiggans referenced feedback from her constituents regarding congressional responsibility during funding negotiations: “In a recent poll I sent out, 75.3% of respondents stated that they believe Congress should keep the government open while we work out spending differences. I agree! That’s why I voted to fund the government. Unfortunately, most House and Senate Democrats disagreed and voted to https://t.co/gB3tgvmqcQ” (October 3, 2025).
Kiggans has represented Virginia’s 2nd District since 2023 after succeeding Elaine Luria and previously served in the Virginia Senate from 2020 to 2022. She was born in Tampa, Florida in 1971 and currently resides in Virginia Beach. In addition to her political career, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Old Dominion University in 2011.
