Just release the damn files. www.cnn.com/2025/11/14/p...

Donald Trump's unprovoked and unchecked strikes aren't making America safer. If anything, he's putting us at risk of a wider conflict and undermining America’s global leadership. (1/2)

🚨San Diego: make sure you’re prepared for this weekend’s intense storm! Sign up for emergency alerts, pick up sand bags, and ensure your home is protected from flooding or other damages. Find more information to get ready and stay safe at alertsandiego.org

DHS’ recent change to automatic work permit extensions could cause a labor shortage and even higher inflation. The President ran on lowering costs, yet his policies continue to do the opposite and hurt hard-working Americans. www.americanimmigrationcouncil.org/blog/uscis-e...

The “charges” against Rep. Swalwell are bogus, political, and straight out of the Trump playbook. Democrats will not be intimidated by Trump or his cronies, and we will hold every single one of them accountable for abusing their power.

Trump promised to lower the cost of living. Instead, he started a trade war no one asked for & drove prices up. In California alone, families have spent over $1,100 more on the same items each month since Trump took office. Hardworking Americans shouldn't be paying the price for his broken promises.

They perpetuated a dangerous, unfounded claim that resulted in a violent insurrection which killed multiple law enforcement officers. By pardoning them, President Trump continues to disrespect and disregard our judicial processes. Why won’t Republicans stand up for the rule of law?

It’s good news that the longest government shutdown will end. But I voted against the continuing resolution because it fails to address the healthcare crisis or reaffirm Congress’ sole authority over the power of the purse. Read my full statement ⬇️ scottpeters.house.gov/2025/11/rep-...

I signed the discharge petition months ago to force a vote to release the Epstein files. Now that Rep. Grijalva has finally been sworn in, becoming the 218th signature, it’s time for Speaker Johnson to bring this up for a vote immediately. The American people deserve transparency & accountability.

Congratulations to Rep. Adelita Grijalva! This was a long time coming, and I’m sure you didn’t expect to be making history before you even got to work, but I look forward to serving the American people with you.

The cost of housing is the greatest barrier to prosperity in CA. We must build more housing in walkable communities to tackle this crisis. My colleagues and I are working to ensure critical housing bills, including my Build More Housing Near Transit Act, become law in the NDAA.

California will not be bullied by an Administration fighting tooth and nail to keep food away from hungry people. Using SNAP benefits as a political cudgel during this shutdown is cruel and illegal. edition.cnn.com/2025/11/09/p...

Happy Veterans Day! Our Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard are woven into the fabric of San Diego’s community and it’s a privilege to represent those who’ve answered the call to serve our country. I’ll always work to support our veterans and their families who’ve sacrificed right alongside them.

Happy 250th birthday to the United States Marine Corps! San Diego is a proud military town and our history with the Marine Corps is intertwined with our values of service, strength, and fidelity. To every Marine veteran, Marines currently serving, and their families, thank you. Semper Fi.

Immigration enforcement shouldn’t be conducted by masked, unidentified agents using unchecked force & recklessly deploying equipment like tear gas. My bill w/ @repdangoldman.bsky.social & @congressmanraja.bsky.social would curb excessive force & make it easier to identify officers acting improperly.

For 40 days, President Trump and Republicans refused to negotiate a bipartisan budget deal that prevents healthcare costs from skyrocketing. In CA50, 28,000 people face higher costs if we don't extend ACA tax credits. We cannot afford to wait, yet this deal does nothing to address this crisis. 1/3

Nancy Pelosi will be remembered as one of the most accomplished and effective Speakers in our history thanks to her tenacity, dedication, smarts, and unwavering compassion for the people. It’s been an honor to serve our nation and California alongside her. 1/4

It’s Day 36 of the shutdown, now the longest in our history. SNAP benefits have run out and President Trump is playing games with Americans’ ability to feed their families. My message to Speaker Johnson is simple: bring the House back into session so we can end this shutdown.

I visited MAAC Project to hear about their work to support San Diego families and to hang out with the kids - the cutest meeting of my week. Head Start programs nationwide have lost funding due to the Republican shutdown. It’s past time to come back to Washington and pass a budget.

It’s Election Day, California! Your vote is your voice and your voice matters. Find a ballot dropbox or vote center near you to cast your ballot by 8pm ⬇️ caearlyvoting.sos.ca.gov

¡Feliz día de los Muertos! To all those observing in San Diego and around the world, may you feel surrounded by the love and spirit of your departed loved ones and your celebrations be filled with cherished memories of them.

Over the next few years, the U.S. will see a 25% rise in energy demand and an 18% rise in electricity costs. Instead of building more energy from every source to meet this demand and lower costs, the Trump Administration is cancelling energy projects it doesn’t like. A 🧵 1/11

It will take bipartisan efforts to deliver real results and tackle our unsustainable debt. Rep. Huizenga and I discussed solutions including our Fiscal Commission Act on Concord Coalition's Facing the Future podcast. Listen to the full episode: www.concordcoalition.org/facing-the-f...

We are running out of time to curb the climate crisis. If we don’t reform our permitting processes and build climate infrastructure much faster, our communities will endure even more severe heat waves, floods, droughts, and wildfires. www.cnn.com/2025/10/13/c...

I was saddened to hear of the passing of Daniel Tucker and am sending my love to his friends and family. Danny was a dedicated tribal leader and a deeply kind man who will be missed. May his spirit live on in all those whose lives he touched. www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2025/10/27/d...

ICE told us we can’t conduct our oversight authority and investigate the amount of people and conditions at their facility because of the shutdown. But they’re being paid and working as normal. If there’s nothing to hide, they need to show us that. We’ll keep demanding answers.

CA50 students rely on Impact Aid to bridge the funding gap for schools that serve military families. The Trump Administration recently laid off Department of Education staff who administer this critical program. I joined my colleagues to demand that they reverse these terminations immediately.

A carrier strike group in the Caribbean will not reduce the threat posed by transnational criminal organizations. Instead, it's a potentially destabilizing action without any clear benefit. Congress must step in & make it clear that President Trump is not authorized to launch a war in Latin America.

Thanks to the Concord Coalition for having me! Rep. Huizenga and I talked about the disastrous government shutdown and our No Budget No Pay Act. It’s time for the President to bring everyone together to reopen the government. Listen to our full conversation below.

President Trump is using this disastrous shutdown to cut funding he disagrees with, this time, gutting the Department of Education’s office that oversees special education. This will only hurt children with disabilities. It’s cruel and it’s wrong. www.npr.org/2025/10/13/n...

Grocery & energy prices are skyrocketing, & millions are about to lose healthcare. Yet President Trump's priority, per his Press Sec, is demolishing the White House’s East Wing for a $300 million ballroom. The American people didn't ask for a Presidential ballroom. They want affordable health care.

Another blatantly illegal and unconstitutional act by the Administration. Only Congress has the power to declare war. Further evidence that the President believes his power is unchecked. This is dangerous and undermines our credibility abroad. www.nytimes.com/live/2025/10...

Nominating bright young men and women to our nation’s Service Academies is one of my favorite parts of the job. The deadline to apply for a nomination is THIS FRIDAY the 24th! Applications must be received by 4pm at my office or via email. Learn more ⬇️ scottpeters.house.gov/service-acad...

Great news for wildfire prevention! The Senate version of my Fix Our Forests Act overwhelmingly passed the Senate Agriculture Committee. Wildfires are the single largest source of particulate pollution in the United States. We must treat this like the national emergency it is.

This death threat against Leader Jeffries is a direct result of President Trump granting pardons to violent felons who stormed the Capitol during the Jan 6 insurrection. When did the Republican party become the champion of violent criminals? www.cbsnews.com/news/pardone...

As a person of faith, I know the power of prayer. It’s important. Sharing our thoughts and prayers after a mass shooting expresses our grief and compassion. But prayer is not a substitute for action to prevent further gun violence. Read my full Op-Ed below.

Deadline tonight! RSVP to join my office's hackathon and learn more about this year's Congressional App Challenge ⬇️🚨 docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

On Saturday, I visited the San Diego Food Bank and talked about their work to support hungry San Diegans during the shutdown. I was happy to lend a hand and bag some produce and donate my take-home salary to San Diego’s food banks.

We’re on Day 16 of this shutdown. I introduced the No Budget No Pay Act because Members of Congress should not get paid for failing to do our jobs while federal employees work without pay. We need to light a fire under ourselves to work out a deal for the American people.

In May, ICE agents stormed into our beloved Buona Forchetta, threw the owner against the wall, handcuffed all employees and used flash-bang grenades on community members. Their tactics are only getting more aggressive and cruel. A 🧵on recent dangerous uses of force by federal agents.

This war has caused unimaginable loss and suffering. Now, we must work toward a process that ensures all people can live with safety and security. My full statement ⬇️

San Diego County is home to 18 Tribes and Reservations, more than any other U.S. county. #IndigenousPeoplesDay isn’t just a celebration of their unique histories, cultures, and achievements, but a reminder of our responsibility to uphold the promises made to tribal nations.

On Friday, I visited STEP and talked about their work to ensure military families have the help they need during the shutdown. I was happy to bring diapers for their free diaper distribution event and my take-home salary from this week to support their efforts.

Because of the shutdown, the IRS furloughed half its workforce, but mostly customer service staff while still implementing President Trump’s tax cuts that overwhelmingly benefit the wealthiest Americans. That means anyone who owes taxes gets a break and anyone who is due a refund is out of luck.

My statement on the Middle East peace agreement.

🚨Attention all middle and high school students! My office is hosting a hackathon with @SDSC_UCSD on Oct. 22. Participants will tour the HPC Data Center and get to learn more about coding & the Congressional App Challenge. Space is limited, register now ⬇️ docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Not talking about climate change or our emissions won’t solve the problem. This will only prevent us from lowering energy prices, ensuring clean air and water, and curbing the dangerous effects of climate change (which is real, by the way). www.politico.com/news/2025/09...

The shutdown by President Trump and Republicans is hurting Americans. Airports are now facing flight delays and cancellations without enough air traffic controllers to keep people safe. This will only get worse the longer Republicans refuse to negotiate in good faith. www.cnn.com/2025/10/07/u...

This is blatantly illegal and needlessly cruel. Federal workers keep us safe and keep the country running smoothly. President Trump must stop using them as pawns in his attempts to stop Democrats from fighting for Americans’ health care. www.axios.com/2025/10/07/t...

My thoughts on the 2nd anniversary of the October 7 Hamas attacks.