“It doesn’t make any sense” amid military recruiting shortfalls, says Dem Rep. John Garamendi on the House Armed Services Committee -- as the Army considers cuts to two popular but increasingly costly education benefits, per Military.com.

My statement on the death of World Central Kitchen workers in Gaza.

I was devastated to hear of the Baltimore Bridge collapse. My thoughts are with those missing, their families, and the heroic team of first responders. I am praying for safety as they continue the search, and peace for all those impacted.

Fair trade is critical, and I was pleased to join my colleagues on this key issue.

For months, I have implored Speaker Mike Johnson to bring Ukraine funding to the floor. The stakes are far too high to continue these political games. youtu.be/YruEcgp17uY?si…

I work to secure much-needed federal funding for local projects that deliver affordable housing, access to healthy food, better public transit, reliable childcare, and more walkable neighborhoods. These 13 projects will make our community an even better place to live!

The new Sentinel nuclear missile program is 2 years behind schedule and already costs billions more than expected.
 
The Pentagon misled Congress and owes the American people an explanation.
 
John Garamendi and I are pressing for answers. thehill.com/policy/defense…

Here's the deal: Contra Costa County and dozens of other Californian cities used these funds for their intended purposes: to support and protect some of the most vulnerable of our neighbors.

FEMA should fully reimburse our community.

I am pleased to have received a 100% score from the LCV – League of Conservation Voters 🌎 voting record in 2023, and I will continue to prioritize environmental conservation, public lands, and the preservation of our natural world!

I've been fighting against the Buy America loophole for manufactured products in federal-aid highway projects for years. I am tremendously pleased with the decision by the Biden-Harris Administration to end the waiver.

It's simple: American taxes should go to American workers.

House Democrats just bailed out Republicans for the 4th time.

Speaker Mike Johnson where's our thank you?

The Endangered Species Act was intended to be a tool to protect our vulnerable wildlife, NOT as a scapegoat for anti-choice MAGA Republicans to further restrict women’s rights and access to contraception.

Grocery prices are already too high, and Americans can't afford for them to keep climbing. The thousands of workers employed by Kroger and Albertson-owned stores are also in jeopardy.

The well-being of American consumers and workers must always come before corporate greed.

Rampant consolidation in our defense industry is putting innovation, supply chains, and national security at risk.

John Garamendi and I are calling on Department of Defense 🇺🇸 to conduct more thorough and transparent reviews of defense mergers and acquisitions.
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This #BlackHistoryMonth , John Garamendi is celebrating Hattie Peterson. Watch below to learn how she improved water infrastructure and made life better for communities in the USACE HQ Sacramento District.

February 26 through March 1 is Public Schools Week!

As a proud cosponsor of the Bipartisan Public Schools Week Resolution, I know the importance of supporting public schools, teachers, and students. Our shared success relies on the strength and fortitude of our public schools.

The Alabama Supreme Court Ruling earlier this week made one thing very clear: It was never about protecting life, it's about controlling women.

Politicians - federal or state - should never have a say in when, how, or if a woman chooses to start a family. Full stop.

I am deeply disturbed by Speaker Johnson's breathtaking lack of consideration for the religious diversity of our Congress and pluralistic nation.

The death of Nex Benedict as a result of an attack in their school bathroom is devastating, and I offer my deepest condolences to their family and loved ones. The wave of anti-trans hate fueled by right-wing extremists across the country must end.

Nex deserves justice.

My statement on the death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny.