Robert Garcia U.S. House of Representatives from California's 42nd district | Official U.S. House Headshot
Robert Garcia U.S. House of Representatives from California's 42nd district | Official U.S. House Headshot
Congressman Robert Garcia, representing California's 42nd District since 2023, has been vocal on social media regarding recent political issues. His statements have sparked discussions about disaster relief and immigration policies.
On January 25, 2025, Garcia expressed his opposition to the idea of eliminating FEMA. He emphasized the need for an "unconditional aid package" for California to recover from fires, stating that "any policy conditions are off the table for us." The full tweet can be viewed here.
Two days later, on January 27, 2025, Garcia criticized former President Donald Trump for empowering ICE to conduct arrests in schools and workplaces. He described these actions as "immoral and inhumane," urging a fight to protect vulnerable immigrants and advocating for partnerships with schools and cities to ensure people know their rights. The original post is available here.
Later that day, Garcia reiterated his stance against Trump by stating simply: "We need to oppose Trump with everything we’ve got." This statement can be found here.
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