President Trump’s speech last night left the American people with more questions than answers. We still do not know what the endgame is. There was no clear articulation of the “imminent” threat posed by Iran to the homeland and he failed to lay out a credible plan for what comes next.

Chag Pesach Sameach to all those celebrating Passover in Sacramento County and around the world!

As a longtime champion of NASA’s Space Launch System and Artemis program, I’m thrilled to see this successful launch. This is a remarkable moment for American innovation, scientific progress, and the future of human space exploration. 🇺🇸

Last week, I called on Trump to go on national TV and explain why he’s asking Congress for $200 billion to fund the war in Iran while American families can’t afford to cover their basic expenses. I will be watching tonight to see what the president says.

Trump’s latest attack on mail-in voting is yet another act of desperation from someone on the verge of losing power. We will continue fighting in court to stop this blatant attempt to keep Americans from the ballot box.

On Farmworkers Day, we honor the hardworking men & women who help feed our nation & keep California’s agricultural economy strong.    The farmworker movement has always been bigger than any one person, & today we reaffirm our commitment to fighting for dignity, safety, & fair treatment on the job.

On Farmworkers Day, we honor the hardworking men & women who help feed our nation & keep California’s agricultural economy strong.    The farmworker movement has always been bigger than any one person, & today we reaffirm our commitment to fighting for dignity, safety, & fair treatment on the job.

Putting American boots on the ground in Iran would not only result in significant casualties, but would mark a major escalation that risks indefinitely extending this ill-defined war. The American people do not want this. www.wsj.com/politics/nat...

The Speaker does not need Trump’s permission to take up the Senate’s bipartisan bill to fund the TSA, Coast Guard, FEMA, and our cybersecurity professionals. His failure to act is irresponsible. Trump and Johnson own this shutdown and the chaos it has unleashed on the public.

I recently visited River City Food Bank in Sacramento to see firsthand the vital work they are doing for families across Sacramento County. In 2025 alone, River City Food Bank provided nearly 3.2 million pounds of food to more than 320,000 people in Sacramento County.

We are nearly one month into this war and we still do not have clear answers from this Administration about why we are at war with Iran.  I joined @houseforeign.bsky.social in voting to subpoena Sec. Rubio, Witkoff, and Kushner to appear before our committee and answer to the American people.

On World Tuberculosis Day, we’re reminded that TB is preventable, treatable, and curable, yet it still claims far too many lives.

I’m deeply disturbed by the video of a Sacramento mother being arrested by ICE at San Francisco International Airport in front of her daughter. No child should have to see a parent taken away like that, and no family should be subjected to this treatment.

Congratulations to the people of Taiwan on 30 years of democratic presidential elections! This milestone is a testament to the strength of Taiwan’s democratic institutions, the rule of law, and the will of its people.

For 16 years, the Affordable Care Act has helped millions of Americans access health care and avoid devastating medical bills. As a doctor, I’ve seen firsthand what that peace of mind means for families.

It was great to be at Sailor Bar Park in Fair Oaks this morning with families, neighbors, and local leaders celebrating Sacramento County’s Day of Play and the effort I’m leading in Congress to establish a National Day of Play.

To all those celebrating Eid al-Fitr in Sacramento County, Eid Mubarak! 🌙 May this joyful occasion bring peace and many blessings to you and your loved ones.

This morning, I questioned DNI Gabbard about whether she told President Trump the truth: there was no imminent threat to justify war with Iran. The American people deserve answers from this Administration about why we are at war. I will continue to demand them. www.youtube.com/watch?v=IohO...

As Director Gabbard testifies before the House Intelligence Committee, I want to remind her of her own words from 2020 warning about the consequences of war with Iran.

I enjoyed meeting with the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency to discuss how we can protect Lake Tahoe’s natural beauty while supporting the communities and local economy that depend on it.

It is longstanding policy under the Six Assurances that the U.S. does not consult with Beijing on arms sales to Taiwan. During today’s hearing, I pressed Trump administration officials and got them to confirm that they were not aware of any effort to alter U.S. commitments under the Six Assurances.

Happy St. Patrick's Day, Sacramento County! In the spirit of the holiday, here’s a photo from when I was named “Mr. Irish” at John F. Kennedy High School. Have a fun and safe celebration! 🍀

President Trump is wrong. He cannot unilaterally withdraw the United States from NATO. Trump’s own Secretary of State authored and successfully passed an amendment while in the Senate to prevent the president from doing exactly this.

This is vile and un-American. The First Amendment protects freedom of religion, and that includes our Muslim neighbors, friends, and fellow Americans. My Republican colleagues must condemn this pure and unbridled bigotry.

Teachers in Sacramento County and across our nation are underpaid. They do one of the most important jobs in our society and they deserve compensation and benefits that reflect the value they bring to our students, families, and communities. www.kcra.com/article/nato...

On International Women’s Day, I’m celebrating my wife Janine, my daughter Sydra, and women everywhere who continue to break barriers, lead with strength, and inspire change.

As we mark the 61st anniversary of Bloody Sunday, I’m thinking of my friend and American hero John Lewis.

Honored to be recognized as a “Humane Champion” by the Humane World Action Fund after earning a 100+ score on its 2025 Humane Scorecard for my work in Congress to protect animals.

Yesterday, I joined my colleagues on the House floor to mourn the loss of six American servicemembers, including Chief Warrant Officer Three Robert M. Marzan of Sacramento.

The Department of Homeland Security was created to keep Americans safe. Kristi Noem failed to execute that mission. That’s why I supported her impeachment. I am glad to see her go. We must restore leadership at DHS that respects the Constitution, due process, and the rule of law.

Janine and I join the Sacramento community in mourning the loss of Chief Warrant Officer Three Robert M. Marzan. Our thoughts and prayers are with Robert’s family and all of our troops in harm’s way.

Wishing a Happy Holi to all who celebrate in Sacramento County! Let us celebrate this festival of colors, love, and the beginning of spring. May this season inspire us to spread love, foster tolerance, and strengthen the ties that bind us together.

Enjoyed celebrating National Read Across America Day at Schweitzer Elementary School in Carmichael! I read “Oh, the Places You’ll Go!” by Dr. Seuss and talked with students about all the adventures books can take you on.

Great to welcome author and TB advocate John Green (@johngreensbluesky.bsky.social) back to my DC office today!

As Black History Month comes to a close, I want to highlight Grantland Johnson, a trailblazing public servant who helped shape the Sacramento region. Born and raised in Del Paso Heights, Grantland attended Grant Union High School and earned degrees from American River College and Sacramento State.

Read my statement on U.S. military strikes inside Iran:

The American people deserve a president and Congress focused on addressing the challenges facing our nation. That’s not what we saw last night. What we saw was a long, divisive, and lie-filled speech from a president obsessed with himself. We are better than this.

Four years ago today, Vladimir Putin illegally invaded the sovereign nation of Ukraine. I visited Ukraine just weeks before the invasion. 🧵

President Trump is a troll. I expect him to use tomorrow’s speech in our Nation’s Capitol — a building I hold sacred — to troll both my Democratic and Republican colleagues. I refuse to participate in this spectacle. www.meidasplus.com/p/im-skippin...

The Supreme Court got it right today. President Trump never had the power to impose these sweeping tariffs that raised costs for working families, hurt small businesses, & strained our alliances around the world.

Wishing a meaningful start to Lent to all those observing Ash Wednesday across Sacramento County. May this season be a time for reflection, humility, and renewed commitment to caring for our neighbors and one another.

Janine and I are heartbroken by this news and extend our deepest condolences to the families and loved ones impacted by this tragedy. We are grateful for the first responders who continue to brave dangerous conditions amidst ongoing recovery efforts. www.sfchronicle.com/california/a...

My office is closely monitoring the backcountry avalanche near Truckee. We’re grateful to the first responders working in high avalanche danger and highly dangerous weather conditions, and we’re praying for everyone’s safe return and recovery. fox40.com/news/nationa...

Ramadan Mubarak! Wishing Muslims in Sacramento County and around the world a peaceful and reflective holy month. May this Ramadan bring blessings to you and your loved ones.

Wishing a happy Lunar New Year to everyone celebrating in Sacramento County and around the world! I hope the new year brings happiness and prosperity to you and your loved ones.

Janine and I are saddened to learn of the passing of the Reverend Jesse Jackson. A giant of the Civil Rights Movement, Reverend Jackson devoted his life to making our nation fairer and more just.

After watching Trump run roughshod over the Constitution, display utter disregard for Congress, & openly engage in corruption as he & his family use the office to enrich themselves and tarnish this country that I love, I will not give him the dignity of having my presence at the State of the Union.

Happy Valentine’s Day, Sacramento County! 💌 I want to thank every school that participated in my office’s annual Valentines for Veterans program.

The "SAVE America Act" goes far beyond requiring a photo ID to vote. It is a deliberate effort by President Trump and Republicans to disenfranchise millions of Americans from the ballot box. I am voting NO. open.substack.com/pub/repbera/...

This morning, I had the honor of greeting Buddhist monks as they completed their Walk for Peace. The monks walked 2,300 miles to raise awareness and mindfulness in their journey for peace. We can all learn from their example as we work to heal and bridge the divides in our nation.