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Agriculture is the cornerstone of Ventura County’s economy, supporting thousands of jobs throughout our region. It is also a proud part of our heritage, giving our community its unique beauty. In Congress, I have worked hard to support our farmers, farmworkers, and businesses that help feed the nation.
We have a sacred responsibility to those who have served our country in uniform. As a daughter, sister, and niece of veterans, I take no responsibility more personally and seriously. When I came to Congress, the very first committee I asked to serve on was the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee. Both here in Ventura County and at the national level, I have made it my priority to put our nation’s veterans first. That means helping our servicemembers transition back into civilian life and caring for our veterans by ensuring they all receive the timely, high-quality healthcare and benefits they have earned and deserve. It also means tackling veterans homelessness and unemployment and addressing high suicide rates that continue to plague our nation’s heroes. Finally, as more and more women join our Armed Forces and return home after their service, I’ve made it a special focus to ensure that the VA is prepared for the changing veteran demographics. Women represent the fastest-growing veteran population and the VA needs to adapt to meet their needs. That means making sure the VA offers gender-specific healthcare, addressing the unique circumstances leading to female veteran suicide, and providing critical wrap-around services like job-training, child care, and caregiver assistance. It’s long past time to recognize the contributions that all veterans, female and male, have made to our great nation.
We must invest in our nation’s infrastructure including our airports, roads, bridges, and waterways that are vital to the movement of people and goods across our country. As a member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, I have been working to address the infrastructure challenges facing Ventura County and the nation.
As Ventura County’s Representative in Congress, I view everything I do through the lens of how it will create jobs and grow our economy. From our ports, to our large and small businesses, to our naval base, to our agricultural community, I strive to advance federal policy that will support our diverse job creators.
The 26th District
The district includes most of Ventura County and a portion of Los Angeles County, including the cities of Oxnard, Santa Paula, Fillmore, Camarillo, Newbury Park, Moorpark, Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, Westlake Village, Agoura Hills, and Calabasas. If you are interested in browsing district-specific population statistics, you can look up Census data for the 26th District. I am honored to serve the residents of the 26th Congressional District of California.
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It's been one year since Donald Trump signed his One Big Ugly Bill (H.R. 1) into law. Even though H.R. 1's most dangerous provisions do not take effect until after the upcoming midterm elections — a pathetic ploy to offset Trump's growing unpopularity — this bill has already ...unleashed havoc on working families.
H.R. 1 enacted the largest cuts to health care in American history, and more than 8 million Americans have lost their coverage while tens of millions more have seen their health insurance costs skyrocket. Americans are being forced to choose between getting the care they need and paying for basic necessities. As more hospitals close due to the severity of these funding cuts, many families will lose that choice altogether.
The Big Ugly Bill also gutted food assistance, kicking more than 4 million Americans, including nearly 1 million children, off SNAP. As Trump's disastrous leadership and reckless economic policies keep grocery prices high, families are struggling to put food on the table.
Instead of lowering costs or expanding opportunity, Trump and Congressional Republicans have prioritized tax giveaways for billionaires and big corporations, waged reckless foreign conflicts, and carried out violent mass deportations and detentions that have torn families apart and undermined our communities.
Our communities deserve better, and that is why House Democrats are fighting for a future that actually works for working families. As we push back against this administration's brazen corruption and misplaced priorities, we will continue advancing commonsense solutions that lower costs, expand opportunity, strengthen our economy, protect our democracy, and ensure every American has a fair chance to succeed.
As we celebrate 250 years of our nation, let us always strive toward its founding ideals of liberty, justice, and equality for all.
The project of our democracy requires continued faith in these enduring values and a renewed commitment to fulfilling the promise of the American Dream.
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Today and every day, let us work together to build a better and brighter America for generations to come.
Wishing you and yours a happy and safe Independence Day!
As we mark America 250, I am reminded that while our history is filled with extraordinary achievements, our nation's greatest strength has always been the people who continue working to build a more perfect Union.
Thank you to everyone who shared what America means to them. May we ...carry these values forward as we continue protecting our democracy, expanding opportunity, and ensuring the promise of America reaches everyone.
Happy Independence Day, America! 🇺🇸
What does America 250 mean to you?
As we continue this series marking the 250th anniversary of our nation's independence, it's been meaningful to hear from members of our community about what America means to them and the values they hope we continue to uphold for generations to ...come.
Our country's story is still being written, and it is shaped every day by people who believe in democracy, opportunity, and the promise of a brighter future for all.
As our nation marks the 250th anniversary of American independence, we have an opportunity to reflect on the ideals that have shaped our country for generations. The promise that all people are created equal and endowed with the unalienable rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness ...remains the foundation of who we are and who we aspire to be.
Patriotism is so much more than fireworks and parades. Patriotism requires active participation, and it is reflected in how we strengthen our communities, defend our freedoms, stand up for our democracy, and work every day to build a more perfect Union.
This historic milestone is both a celebration of how far our nation has come and a reminder that the work of expanding opportunity, protecting democracy, and securing justice for all is never finished. The story of America has always been written by people who believe our country can live up to its highest ideals.
As we celebrate America 250, let us recommit ourselves to those enduring values and continue working toward an America that is stronger, freer, and more just for generations to come.
After accepting a $400 million plane from Qatar, a so-called "donation" that raises serious legal and ethical concerns and leaves Donald Trump further beholden to foreign interests, Trump spent an estimated $1 billion in taxpayer dollars to retrofit the aircraft into the new Air Force ...One.
Not only did Trump use public funds under the guise of official government business, he also positioned himself for personal gain. When he leaves office, ownership of the plane will reportedly transfer to his presidential library foundation, meaning the aircraft will go with him instead of remaining the property of the American people.
The plane your tax dollars helped upgrade will not even belong to the United States in three years. "Qatar Force One" will belong to Trump, adding to the billions of dollars he has reportedly grifted while serving as president. This administration's corruption knows no bounds.
Since being sworn in, Donald Trump has not only escaped accountability for his criminal conduct, but he has reportedly amassed more than $2 billion in profits.
From generating more than $1 billion through cryptocurrency ventures to benefiting from lucrative financial arrangements overseas,... Trump has repeatedly used the American presidency to enrich himself and his family.
As the American people face rising costs and growing financial uncertainty because of Trump's disastrous economic and foreign policies, this administration continues to leverage its power and influence for personal financial gain. Adding insult to injury, taxpayer dollars are being spent on unnecessary and extravagant vanity projects, including the demolition of the East Wing, the redesign of the White House Rose Garden, and the security and operational costs associated with hosting a UFC event on the South Lawn for his birthday.
While working families see their purchasing power erode, Trump and his billionaire allies continue to grow even wealthier. Corruption at this scale is an egregious abuse of public trust. Congressional Republicans have abandoned their constitutional responsibility to serve as a check on the executive branch, enabling Trump's unprecedented self-enrichment at the expense of the American people.