Budzinski Says Granite City Works Has Restarted Steel Production

SPRINGFIELD, IL — Today, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) released the following statement as steel production resumes at Granite City Works for the first time in two years.

“After more than two years of relentless advocacy, Granite City Works is coming back to life. Blast Furnace B has officially restarted, and 500 workers have returned to the mill – once again producing the steel helps power our nation.

“Throughout this process, I was proud to stand shoulder to shoulder with the USW to demand investment and opportunity – and to make clear that U.S. Steel could not turn its back on this community. This victory would not be possible without those workers.

“And we’re not done yet. I’ll keep working alongside them to protect this progress and secure the long-term commitment Granite City deserves.”

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