Absolutely devastating news this morning. Three heroic U.S. service members have been killed and five seriously wounded. I am praying for those lost, and wishing a full recovery for the injured. My heart goes out to their families and loved ones. May their memories be a blessing.

As Trump drags us toward war with Iran, Speaker Johnson canceled two days of votes next week. This is unacceptable. SpeakerJohnson must bring us back immediately so we can vote on the war powers resolution. Do your job!

This is the Iran War Powers Resolution we absolutely need to vote on immediately. I cosponsored it last June because I was worried that this would happen. www.congress.gov/bill/119th-c...

We cannot allow President Trump to drag Americans into another endless war. That is why I have supported bipartisan legislation to end US involvement in Iran without Congressional authorization since June of 2025. We must vote on that legislation immediately.

Temple Emanu El is my temple. It is a place that welcomes everyone, not just those of the Jewish faith, and seeing the desecration of its walls with swastikas is heartbreaking. Read my full statement below:

$4 billion to President Trump and his family, while American families each had to pay $1,200 more last year because of his tariff tantrums. (1/2)

The American people have made it abundantly clear: Trump must not initiate a war with Iran without explicit Congressional approval. The Constitution gives Congress, and Congress alone, war powers. (1/2)

Loved welcoming the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments to D.C. to discuss their work and ways we can work more closely together. Partnerships like these are how we bring home investments to make our communities more affordable places to live, work, and raise a family.

Hours of ‘everything is great’ from the man who’s dismantling healthcare, handing tax cuts to billionaires, and making your life more expensive with illegal tariffs.

I won’t be at the State of the Union tonight. I spent time before it started with some friends like @brotherjones.bsky.social, @fernandez.house.gov, and @mcbride.house.gov instead.

The President will bring bluster and BS tonight. The truth is that Americans know things aren't "great again" when they're struggling to pay rent or mortgages, and grocery prices climb. I won’t be there to give him the audience he craves. www.politico.com/news/2026/02...

In case you’re wondering what I’m doing today…

I won't be attending tomorrow's State of the Union. Trump has cut healthcare to pay for billionaire tax cuts, raised tariffs costing families thousands of dollars a year, and made our communities less safe. I refuse to dignify his actions and that record by giving him the audience he craves.

Excited to announce that I’m hosting a big Passport Fair on March 7th at Glendale Central Library! Skip the long lines at other passport centers and get an stress-free experience on March 7th from 9 AM to 3 PM. Walk-ins are available, but I highly encourage you to schedule an appointment. (1/2)

If you are a U.S. citizen in Mexico, you may be affected by a shelter in place advisory if you are currently in one of the areas mentioned below. I wanted to share some helpful phone numbers and resources so that you can access the most up-to-date information and get assistance if you need it.

The Trump Administration spent an outrageous $30 million to deport 300 undocumented immigrants, but tell you they don’t have enough money to make your healthcare more affordable. www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...

This administration repeals, deletes, and denies science, but they can’t erase the fact that Americans feel the negative impacts of climate change every day. I will always fight for a better and cleaner future for my constituents and their families.

Once again, the Trump Administration is axing lifesaving investments in healthcare and HIV prevention. He wants us sick and scared - but he forgets he’s messing with California. (1/2)

I’m helping lead a bill to provide immediate relief for Americans who were forced to pay Trump’s illegal tariff taxes. (1/2)

He’s so close to getting it…

This is a major loss for the Trump Administration -- and a win for the American people and their pocketbooks. These tariffs were an illegal GOP tax on hardworking families. Today, the Supreme Court made that crystal clear. (1/2)

Rep. Fine’s recent vile and Islamophobic comments are beyond the pale. His disgusting rhetoric does not reflect Jewish or American values, and are unbecoming of a representative of our diverse nation. (1/2)

We must never forget the Japanese Americans who were wrongfully imprisoned during World War II – no matter how hard the Trump Administration tries to sanitize our nation’s history. (1/2)

I had the opportunity to tour the construction of West Hollywood Community Housing Corp's newest 100% affordable housing development in my district. When this project is finished, 89 hardworking families will get to call this place home. (1/2)

It is always inspirational to dialogue with our students and reinforce the importance of their voices to our democracy. I thank Burbank High School’s Model Congress for inviting me to their club meeting, and for their interest in our Government. (1/2)

Wishing all those who are observing this Ash Wednesday a blessed start to their Lenten journey.

Ramadan Mubarak to all those who observe this holy holiday. May your fasts be easy, and may your homes be filled with happiness.

I'm saddened by the passing of Rev. Jesse Jackson, who was a fearless champion of the overlooked and the voiceless. He understood just how important it is to bring together people of different creeds and identities in order to speak truth to power. (1/2)

Happy Lunar New Year to all those who celebrate! 2026 is the Year of the Fire Horse, which means a year marked by boldness and passion. As a Fire Horse myself, I’m excited to be bringing this fiery energy into the new year and into Congress as I keep fighting for CA-30.

I toured the Port of LA, where I talked with port leaders at length about the impact Trump’s tariffs are having on global trade, and the jobs that depend on the economic activity of this key port. (1/2)

ICE should not be allowed to conduct “business as usual” after they’ve killed 2 American citizens. I’m demanding answers, accountability, and justice. This should never happen again. Click on the link below to read more about what we’re doing:

Rosh Chodesh Adar begins at sundown and with it, the most joyous month of the year. Chodesh Tov to all that are celebrating.

Presidents’ Day began as Washington’s Birthday. As we celebrate this holiday, I'm reflecting back on how he voluntarily gave up power — twice. (1/2)

The economy would be better if the Trump Administration hadn’t cut a $1 trillion blank check to billionaires in their Big Ugly Bill. Don’t lecture Americans about working harder, Dr. Oz. (1/2)

8 years have passed since the tragedy of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting. Our country can’t let another 8 years pass before we take action to prevent gun violence. (1/2)

The film and television industry is the backbone of communities like mine in CA-30. (1/3)

I just went and saw the "unredacted" Epstein files. Hundreds of pages still redacted and I was told that's how the FBI sent them over.

They cut your health insurance tax credits to do this.

Trump is so desperate to cling to power that he’s willing to trample on your fundamental right to vote. I want to remind my Congressional Republican colleagues of the oath we all took when we were sworn into office. That oath was to uphold the Constitution – not one man’s commands.

Trump's FDA is so anti-science that Moderna isn’t able to invest in lifesaving vaccine trials for illnesses like shingles, herpes, and Epstein-Barr virus. Instead of being an advocate for better health outcomes, this administration continues to put the health of Americans dead last.

Instead of investing in affordable healthcare, Republicans gave ICE more of YOUR $ to violate YOUR constitutional rights. I am fighting to hold ICE accountable, impeach Sec. Noem, and end ICE immunity from lawsuits. Read more about our efforts in Pasadena Now:

I'll be going to view the unredacted Epstein files later this week. Comment links and EFTA # s for the files you want me to look at. I refuse to let the Trump admin deny victims the justice they deserve.

Congratulations to the SyncRide team for winning my first-ever Congressional App Challenge! Learn more about how they created their app: outlooknewspapers.com/glendalenews...

We are witnessing the Trump Admin’s cover up of the Epstein horrors in real time. But the victims will get justice. We won’t let them be forgotten or the truth remain buried.

While the Trump Administration spends its time punishing children and parents by withholding childcare aid, Democrats are fighting to make your future better. That includes building more housing, lowering rent, and making life much more affordable. Read on in the LA Times:

#TeamFriedman was honored to attend the City of West Hollywood’s annual city council reorganization ceremony. Congratulations to Mayor John Heilman and Vice Mayor Danny Hang, who will no doubt lead West Hollywood well.

What an honor to swear my friend Nikki Perez into her new role on the California Film Commission. Nikki has been a champion for Burbank and the entertainment industry workers that call the city home, so her appointment is very well deserved. I wish her the best of luck!

First stop back in LA after a week of votes in DC: croissants from Lou - The French On The Block. CA-30 has the best food in the country and I will not be taking questions on this.

The newest passenger aboard the Safe and Affordable Transit bus is the @demwomencaucus.bsky.social – a group of 96 fearless Congresswomen who know exactly how important it is for the federal government to invest in safety. (1/3)

This Black History Month, I’m reflecting on the countless positive impacts Black Americans have made in Los Angeles and across our nation. As we honor these contributions, we also recognize that there is more work that must be done to rectify past wrongs and pave the way toward a more just future.