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Under new leadership, the agency has reduced the role of field offices across the country and centralized its operations, making it harder for millions of Americans to get help with their benefits. www.newyorker.com/news/deep-st...

As a member of the @laborcaucus.house.gov, I will keep fighting back against Trump’s continued attacks on hard-working civil servants and the services Americans rely on. #PublicServiceRecognitionWeek

To all of our dedicated public servants: you are the backbone of the services we depend on, and we are grateful for your work to keep our food safe, our Veterans cared for, and our communities running.

Trump and his FCC are weaponizing the federal government to silence his critics in the media. It's unacceptable, and we all must stand up and push back against any attempt to silence the American people.

Today, I joined @friedman.house.gov and Congressman Lou Correa to say NO to Trump’s authoritarian crackdown on our constitutional right to free speech.

Especially during AANHPI Heritage Month, we must remember this history & fight back against hatred and scapegoating of immigrants so that these injustices are never repeated.

That’s why, in 2012, I introduced a Resolution of Regret for the Chinese Exclusion Act, which passed the House and Senate unanimously.

Today marks 144 years since the Chinese Exclusion Act enshrined discrimination into the law, denying Chinese immigrants the right to become citizens. My own grandfather was considered a 2nd class citizen because of this xenophobic legislation.

Rep. Judy Chu@chu.house.govMay 6(source)

During National Nurses Week, let us show our appreciation for the wonderful nurses who keep CA-28 safe and healthy! Your work is invaluable in providing quality care, and I will always push for more resources to support the nursing profession and fight against health care cuts.

Rep. Judy Chu@chu.house.govMay 6(source)

Every year, I am reminded of the extraordinary impact women have in shaping our communities. The annual Women of the Year Awards Ceremony is among the highlights of my year. I’m so proud of these role models and am honored to recognize them.

Mifepristone has been proven safe & effective for 25+ years. We won't let extremists override decades of science to take away essential health care. #SCOTUS must restore access once and for all.

Reproductive Freedom Caucus

As a member of @reprocaucus.bsky.social, I’m proud to stand with 250+ Democrats to defend access to mifepristone.

@reprocaucus.bsky.social

Proud to help lead @housedemocrats.bsky.social, @energycommerce.bsky.social, @democrats-judiciary.house.gov, 212 House Dems & all 47 Senate Dems in an amicus brief to #SCOTUS urging them to reject the Fifth Circuit's decision & protect medication abortion access.

Thank you for your dedication to our students, families, and community. You are shaping the next generation of leaders and building a stronger future for our nation, and I am committed to fighting for full funding and comprehensive resources to support you in this vital work.

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to the brilliant educators of CA-28 and across the country!

It was inspiring to attend their groundbreaking as they begin to rebuild. I will keep fighting for federal disaster relief so more families have the same opportunity.

The Rose family is one of the 6,000 households that lost their home in the Eaton Fire. Yet even in the face of destruction, their resilience never diminished.

As the threat of wildfires continues to grow, I remain committed to advancing comprehensive training and securing the resources our first responders need to keep us safe.

In 2025, our community was devastated by the Eaton Fire, when we tragically lost 19 of our neighbors. If it weren't for our courageous firefighters, we would’ve lost even more.

Labor Caucus

@laborcaucus.house.gov

Today, we honor the firefighters who gave their lives and those who continue to serve. Every day, these brave individuals put their lives at risk to keep our communities safe. We will continue to protect firefighters’ wages, benefits, health, and safety in the line of duty.🚒

Happy Jewish American Heritage Month! Let’s recognize the lasting impact of Jewish Americans, whose resilience, creativity, and leadership continue to shape and strengthen our country, and renew our commitment to fighting the spread of antisemitism.

I am relieved that access to mifepristone has been rightfully restored. As this case proceeds, let's be clear: Mifepristone was safe and effective when first approved by the FDA over 25 years ago, and it has been for the millions of people who have used it since.

The Associated Press

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