Even with Congress out of session, our work for the people of the Fighting Fifth District continues. This past month was busy, including a joint town hall with Councilmember Andrea L. Boone and a housing tour across Atlanta. The pace of progress never stopped. Meeting with you all is a reminder of why I do this work: to create real solutions. While the district work period may be over, my commitment to working for you doesn't stop. | Hearing From the Fighting Fifth at the Joint Town Hall with Atlanta Councilmember Andrea L. Boone | Our Joint Town Hall with Atlanta Councilmember Andrea L. Boone was a success and an opportunity to hear from the Fighting Fifth. With Trump and Republicans coming after your Social Security benefits at every angle, we had the opportunity to discuss what we can do moving forward. I am committed to protecting these benefits, which are a lifeline for families in the Fighting Fifth. | As always, I am here to serve you! Please do not hesitate to contact my Washington D.C. office at 202-225-3801 or my District Office at 404-659-0116. I look forward to connecting with you soon! Yours for the People, | Nikema Williams Member of Congress | The New School Year is Here! | The 2025 Congressional App Challenge is Here! | Calling all #FightingFifth middle and high school students who love coding! The Congressional App Challenge offers an exciting opportunity to create and submit your app for a chance to win. Students can participate individually or in teams of up to four. Winning apps will be featured on the CongressionalAppChallenge.us website and displayed in the U.S. Capitol. The deadline for submissions is October 30th, 2025. For more details on registration, please visit: https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/congressional-app-challenge | NOW OPEN: U.S. Service Academy Nomination Applications | The application for nominations to the U.S. Service Academies is now open! This program is for Fighting Fifth students 17 and up who want to become officers. Members of Congress can nominate candidates for four of the five U.S. Service Academies: U.S. Military Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, U.S. Airforce Academy, and U.S. Naval Academy.
These academies offer a top-rated education with government-funded tuition, housing, and board, along with a guaranteed career upon completion. To learn more about the Service Academy, please visit my website: https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/service-academy-nominations
| 2025 U.S. Service Academy Day
| Join me on Saturday, September 20th, from 10 AM to 1 PM at Fort Gillem! This is an opportunity to hear directly from representatives of all five service academies. Are you interested in attending Service Academy Day? Register here: https://bit.ly/FightingFifthServiceAcademy2025 | REAL ID went into effect and is now required to access federal buildings and fly. If you are a U.S. citizen and already have a REAL ID-compliant Georgia driver's license or ID, you do not need to resubmit your documents. If you need a REAL ID, you will need to bring documents. A list of acceptable documents can be found below. Please visit the Georgia Department of Driver Services for more information on how to obtain a REAL ID or verify the validity of your current one.
Want to see if you’re REAL ID ready: https://georgia.gov/get-real-id-compliant
| Holiday Travel is Around the Corner: Get your Passport Applications | With holiday travel approaching, it’s important that you check your passport status as soon as possible. If your passport needs renewal, it is recommended to start the process now. The current routine passport application processing time is 4-6 weeks, and that excludes mailing times. For more information on passport services please visit: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/how-apply/processing-times.html | Honoring 60 years of the Voting Rights Act | As we mark 60 years since the Voting Rights Act, we’re still fighting the same battle. The tactics of voter suppression may look different, but the intent remains the same. I reintroduced my voting rights legislative package that breaks down barriers to the ballot, expands youth pre-registration, and secures our elections in the Fighting Fifth and across the country. This will help secure the future of our elections, making them funded, secure, and accessible for everyone, no matter their ZIP code, no matter their bank account. Read the full text here I joined MSNBC on the VRA Anniversary. Watch Here: | Working to Protect VA Employees' Rights
| At a time when VA employees are leaving in waves to escape a toxic work environment created by the VA Secretary, it's more important than ever to protect our employees' rights. I wrote a letter to the VA Secretary following the recent termination of Collective Bargaining Agreements for VA workers. Read the full letter here | Calling on the White House Office of Management and Budget to Release CDC Grants
| The White House Office of Management and Budget has frozen millions in CDC grants, funds that Congress has already approved. This directly impacts the Fighting Fifth, where these funds are important for jobs and telehealth services, especially in rural and marginalized communities. This month, I joined the call for the immediate release of these funds. Read the full letter here | Fighting to Protect Federal Funding for Summer Student Meal Programs
| For the second year in a row, Governor Kemp has declined federal funding for the USDA's summer EBT program. This decision withholds $40 per month per eligible child in food assistance from our most marginalized families, even as food insecurity rises. In response, I joined Congresswoman Lucy McBath and other members of the Georgia delegation to urge Governor Kemp to prioritize the children of the Fighting Fifth and all of Georgia by accepting this federal summer meal program funding. Read the full letter here | Working to Stop Donald Trump's D.C. Takeover | We must stop Donald Trump's unlawful takeover of D.C. I've co-sponsored two bills to achieve this: one to restrict the President's authority over D.C., and another to mandate that the President report to Congress before deploying the National Guard in situations not related to disaster relief. | Mary Parker Back to School Family Fun Fest | This month, students across the Fighting Fifth are back in school as summer winds down! Before the school year began, I attended the Mary Parker Foundation's Back To School Family Fun Fest. It was nice to connect with families from across the district and provide them with resources for a successful academic year. | Finding Real Solutions at the GA Power Energy Savings and Financial Wealth Forum
| With summer utility bills skyrocketing, it’s important that I meet with leaders to discuss how we can better support our Fighting Fifth families. I met with leaders at the Georgia Power Energy Savings and Financial Forum to discuss solutions for our Fighting Fifth families and address the energy insecurity crisis. We talked about expanding the Weatherization Assistance Program, which would help cut costs, enhance safety, and create jobs across the district. These conversations help us find real solutions that benefit everyone, and are discussions I always bring back to Washington, D.C. When we collaborate, we find real solutions. | In Community at National Night Out | National Night Out was a great opportunity to connect with community leaders, play games, and build fellowship across the district. With Team Nikema, I enjoyed coming together for a common cause to promote safer and stronger neighborhoods. | Touring the New City of Brookhaven City Center | My district work period tour continued with a visit to the new City of Brookhaven City Center and Buford Highway Projects, following my stop at the Atlanta Housing Authority. This tour was special as I helped secure the federal funds for these initiatives through the bipartisan infrastructure law. We must invest in our communities, creating desirable places for people to live, work, and enjoy. | Making Sure Every Fighting Fifth Family Has Affordable Housing | Affordable housing is the foundation for building stable communities. I recently toured affordable developments in the #FightingFifth with Atlanta Housing, seeing firsthand how they are providing homes for over 42,000 residents in the district. Everyone, regardless of their bank account or ZIP code, deserves an affordable place to call home. | Touring Around Clayton State University | A quality education is the foundation of success. On my tour of Clayton State University, I saw firsthand how hands-on learning empowers students. Many rely on federal funding—funding now under threat from Trump and Republicans. Without it, students lose access to the education they deserve. From nursing to criminal justice, CSU equips students with the tools to succeed and lead. | Fighting For Veterans at the Atlanta Surge Event
| Everyone deserves affordable and desirable housing. At the Atlanta Surge event, I had the opportunity to meet with veterans and discuss how we can provide them with housing resources for unsheltered veterans. Below is a picture of me and my new friend, Mr. Sam, who was previously paying nightly to stay in a hotel. Thanks to the Atlanta Surge, he now has a permanent roof over his head. It is powerful stories like Mr. Sam's that inspire me. | Clayton County Mobile Office Hours | Do you live in Clayton County and need help with a federal agency? Team Nikema is ready to help! Join us every Wednesday from 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM at the Northwest Library for assistance. No question is too small, and we look forward to seeing you soon! Date: Every Wednesday Time: 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM Location: Northwest Library, 1 Riverdale Road Riverdale, GA 30274 | Supporting Fighting Fifth Small Businesses | August was Black Business Month, and y’all know that I had to stop in at Kenley’s for breakfast. Small businesses fuel our community and economy, and we must continue to support them. | Meeting With the Fighting Fifth Small Business Council | The reason I started the Fighting Fifth Small Business and Community Council was to hear directly from our small businesses in the Fighting Fifth. I had the chance to meet with the Fighting Fifth Small Business & Community Council. In Georgia, small businesses make up 99.7% of Georgia’s business. They create jobs, drive innovation, and build community. It is important that I make sure they have the resources they need to thrive. If you're interested in getting involved, please contact our team. You can also check out the businesses currently on the council. -
Little 5 Points Community Center -
Goldbergs Concessions Corporation -
Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs -
Electrifying U Boutique -
Sebastien DuPont -
I Will Survive, Inc. /Palmer Firm Group, LLC -
Just add honey inc -
Shine Army -
Classic INTOWN Barbershop and MEN Spa -
JLM Risk Management -
Alliance Group -
Soulstice Inc -
KiDsGyM USA Incorporated -
GMH Ministries Inc. -
Tarr Personal Care Home LLC -
Be A Geek, Inc. -
Soulful Catering LLC -
Sweet Auburn BBQ -
Insights Marketing and Promotions Company -
ARRC Capital Partners, LLC -
Youth Life Center | Constituent Success Story From the Fighting Fifth
| My office recently assisted a constituent who was experiencing difficulties with her tax return. We successfully ensured she received her full return, providing crucial stability for her and her daughter. | Do you need assistance with a federal agency? Call my office at (404) 659-0116 | | Washington, D.C.
1406 Longworth House Office Building
Washington, DC 20515
Phone: (202) 225-3801 | Atlanta
100 Peachtree Street NW | Suite 1920
Atlanta, GA 30303
Phone: (404) 659-0116 | |
