French Hill, U.S. Congressman representing Arkansas’s 2nd district, addressed recent political developments and shared personal reflections in a series of posts on his social media account.
On October 1, 2025, Hill criticized Senate Democrats for their handling of government funding negotiations. He wrote, “Instead of helping our farmers, lowering costs for families, and growing the economy, Chuck Schumer and Senate Democrats created an unnecessary crisis that puts veterans, soldiers, seniors, and working families at risk. And for what? So they can demand $1.5 trillion from the https://t.co/oWvyyluQof”.
Later that day, Hill announced he would not accept his congressional salary during the federal government shutdown. In a post dated October 1, 2025, he stated: “Due to Senate Democrats’ unwillingness to do their job and fund the government, I cannot in good conscience accept my salary while federal employees are not receiving theirs. Before the shutdown began, I submitted a letter requesting that my pay be withheld until Senate Democrats https://t.co/AFTmjwdCfo”.
On October 2, 2025, Hill offered well wishes to those observing Yom Kippur: “Wishing an easy and meaningful fast to all who observe Yom Kippur. May this day of reflection bring peace, renewal, and spiritual strength. https://t.co/jY1Knn9Jtx”.
Hill has represented Arkansas’s 2nd district in Congress since 2015 after succeeding Tim Griffin. Born in Little Rock in 1956 and currently residing there at age 66, Hill graduated from Vanderbilt University with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1975.
