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Congressman Robert Garcia, representing California's 42nd District since 2023, has been vocal on various issues through his social media platform. Born in Lima, Peru in 1977 and currently residing in Long Beach, Garcia has shared his perspectives on recent political actions and local emergencies.

On February 2, 2025, Congressman Garcia criticized former President Donald Trump's decision to impose tariffs on Mexico and Canada. He stated that these tariffs "are going to increase the cost of groceries and goods for American families" and expressed concern about the impact on port and trade partners. He urged people to push back against these measures. "Donald Trump just imposed tariffs on Mexico and Canada that are going to increase cost of groceries and goods for American families. It’s insane and we are already hearing from port and trade partners about the damage this is causing. Time for folks to push back hard."

Later that day, Garcia addressed Trump's pardoning of individuals involved in the January 6th Capitol attack and the firing of FBI agents investigating the incident. He claimed that Trump was signaling loyalty by treating those who support him as part of a "private militia," implying support for their actions regardless of legality. "Donald Trump, by pardoning the J6 insurrectionists and firing the FBI agents who were investigating the Capitol attack, is sending a clear signal that if are loyal to him, you are part of his private militia. They know if you commit crimes, Trump is going to support you."

On February 3, 2025, Congressman Garcia turned his attention to local issues concerning emergency alerts during recent wildfires in Los Angeles County. He described the alert system as a "massive failure" during a critical state emergency affecting millions. Garcia indicated collaboration with colleagues to identify problems within the system and seek solutions."Faulty emergency alerts confused millions across LA County during the recent wildfires. It was a massive failure during a serious state emergency. I’m working with my LA County colleagues to find out what went wrong and help fix this system."