Nanette Barragán Nanette Barragán | Official U.S. House Headshot
Nanette Barragán Nanette Barragán | Official U.S. House Headshot
Nanette D. Barragán, a U.S. Congress member representing California’s 44th district since 2017, has recently shared her thoughts on several pertinent issues through a series of tweets. Born in Los Angeles and educated at UCLA and USC, Barragán is known for her advocacy on various social and political matters.
On February 8, 2025, Barragán highlighted the benefits of the California Earned Income Tax Credit (CalEITC), stating that it "puts money back into the pockets of our working families and individuals." She urged residents to check their eligibility for these credits and directed them to resources for free tax preparation services. The full tweet can be viewed here.
Later that day, Barragán addressed remarks made by Donald Trump and Elon Musk regarding the Department of Education. She criticized their intentions to "shut down" the department, labeling it as a "#RepublicanRipOff" detrimental to students, teachers, and America's future. She emphasized that "America succeeds when we invest in our schools," advocating for increased teacher salaries and equitable student opportunities. Her complete statement is available here.
On February 11, 2025, Barragán expressed her views on leadership by applauding professional organizations that support their members' values and missions irrespective of political changes in the White House. She described this support as exemplary leadership. The original tweet can be found here.
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