Late last night President Trump posted a disturbing and incredibly racist post on his personal social media attacking the Obamas. Such hatred and racism has no place in the Oval Office. Or anywhere for that matter. People of conscience must condemn this behavior. It’s disgusting.

Being detained in an ice facility should not equal a death sentence. We will not normalize cruelty as public policy.

Great to see my friend, @afacwa.org President @flyingwithsara.bsky.social and @afadelta.bsky.social yesterday at the Labor Caucus. Your work keeps us safe in the skies, and we stand with you.

Eugene has a long history of speaking out and standing up for what’s right. And we will continue to do so. We don’t need federal help. We’ve got it.

This morning we were outside ICE’s headquarters to make it crystal clear: Kristi Noem must go and ICE must get out of our communities NOW. Later today I’m voting hell no on DHS funding, this iteration of ICE can’t be allowed to stand.

After months of bargaining, OSEA, the union representing classified workers, from front office staff to janitors, secured substantial pay raises and stronger specialized needs training and staffing guidelines. These workers are critical to the operations of our schools and taking care of our kids.

When I was in Minnesota, community leaders said over and over again that peaceful protest was key. They had been providing constitutional observer training for nearly a year before thousands of ICE agents were sent to Minneapolis. Breaking into the federal building isn’t peaceful protesting.

I just met with four of my constituents who are being held at the Tacoma ICE facility. They are not “the worst of the worst”. I will be following up with lawyers and maintaining direct contact so that they do not get lost in our broken immigration system.

I joined the Monopoly Busters Caucus tonight to talk about our state's win that blocked the Kroger-Albertsons merger when I was Attorney General. I appreciate the focus on affordability from our members of Congress. Proud to name Congresswoman Jayapal Washingtonian of the Day.

During such dark times, I am so happy to share some good news! Eugene’s very own 17-year-old Maria Telesheva was featured on NPR’s Tiny Desk Concerts. She is amazing with the accordion, check it out below👇

Make it make sense.

“If you are willing to give up your liberty for temporary security, then you deserve neither liberty nor security.” - Ben Franklin

1/ As someone who is not a member of law enforcement but has heard from many members of law enforcement, I think it is essential to differentiate between what is happening with ICE and how local police and sherrifs are trained to operate.

NEW Statement from the family of Alex Pretti:

I am horrified that ICE has murdered another person in Minneapolis. ICE and CPB agents are not above the rule of law. This administration is gaslighting the country and ruining public trust by telling people what they see isn't true. I urge the Senate to do the right thing and block DHS funding NOW.

Roe v. Wade safeguarded the fundamental freedom to bodily autonomy. On what should have been its 53rd anniversary, the fight to protect our rights isn't over. I stand with the @demwomencaucus.bsky.social and @reprocaucus.bsky.social y.social to protect reproductive rights nationwide.

We swore an oath to defend the very Constitutional rights that have been aggressively violated by Kristi Noem’s DHS. I will not send a single cent to ICE so long as they cannot abide by the clear principles this country has followed since 1791. Today, I am voting NO.

1/ Citizens United kickstarted the downfall of our democracy 16 years ago. Now, unlimited and undisclosed outside spending has reshaped political priorities, bought favors and taken over tv ads.

Oregon families are spending $1,791 more on average this year due to Trump’s reckless policymaking.

Dr. King believed in the power of solidarity to move our country forward. As we face incredibly challenging times, we are reminded that the time is always right to do what is right. We must come together to protect one another, speak up for what’s right and push for an America that works for us all.

This is no longer about enforcing immigration law at all. I cannot fund an agency that has repeatedly abused its authority, violated due process and is operating in such a provocative manner under this administration.

Minnesota is not standing down and we are here to stand with them. Watch NOW: www.youtube.com/watch?v=bfVj...

@afacwa.org Contract now!

Oregon On The Record talked with Rep. Val Hoyle about recent violence perpetrated by federal officers, and we also spoke to the City of Eugene about a DOJ investigation into one of their swim programs. #KLCC #TrumpAdministration #iceagents #bipochealth

🧵 The autoworker at the Dearborn Truck Plant is a proud member of a strong and fighting union—the UAW. He believes in freedom of speech, a principle we wholeheartedly embrace, and we stand with our membership in protecting their voice on the job.

I have signed on to impeach Kristi Noem. Not only has she unleashed an undertrained armed force of DHS agents to put our communities and local law enforcement at risk, but she is also fueling the President’s propaganda machine and attempting to normalize incredibly dangerous behavior.

TOWN HALL: I’m headed to Lane County with @repvalhoyle.bsky.social for a public town hall on 1/18 at 12:00 PM. Hearing from Oregonians about the challenges they face and the issues they care most about shapes my work in the Senate—hope to see you there!

Sco Ducks!🦆

My first thoughts on the devastating shooting by DHS in Portland. I’m still trying to find the right words to convey everything I’m feeling, and I ask that we all stay calm.

ICE just shot a US citizen. Get OUT of our cities now.

BREAKING: ICE shot and killed a woman in Minneapolis, and the initial reports are horrifying. This is not the first time Trump’s ICE has shot at civilians. We need ICE out of our cities and communities. www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...

1/ 5 years ago today, armed insurrectionists stormed the Capitol to overturn the outcome of an election. I remember the horror I felt watching it happen. What was worse was watching our current President and Republican leaders gaslight the American people, calling insurrectionists normal tourists..

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My statement on the Trump Administration's illegal military actions in Venezuela.

So proud of our Ducks! Defense showed up big time. Onto the semifinals💚 @uoregon.bsky.social

From Not My Cat (yes, this is their name), wishing you and your loved ones a happy new year. Looking forward to another year of getting to work for you.

I’m proud to share that, this year, my team returned over $5.4 million back to our constituents! We’re always here to help with casework and listen to your concerns.

Merry Christmas.

Getting in the holiday spirit the only way we know how, with lots of Ducks and Beavs!

HUGE fail.

This week, I introduced the bipartisan SAW Act which would prohibit the use of snowmobiles to kill wolves and other species on federal lands. As others work to loosen protections, it is more important than ever that we stand together as responsible stewards of our federal lands and wildlife.

Thank you to our amazing Fall interns, Ashlyn and Hunter, for all your hard work this semester! We’re sad to see you go, but so excited to see all the amazing things you do next!

This is a step in the right direction that Democrats should’ve taken a long time ago. That said, Schedule III ≠ legal. We have a long way to go to make sure cannabis consumers and businesses can (responsibly) thrive.

Good news — The Columbia River Clean-Up Act passed through the Transportation & Infrastructure Committee today! This is a huge step in making sure our community partners have federal funding and resources to clean-up pollution in the Columbia River Basin.

Providing care and advice is a doctor’s job, taking care of your children is a parent’s duty. Let’s keep it that way.

Our Know Your Rights training is coming up — submit the questions you want answered here: forms.gle/6pbCqWzNcgBS...

The power to declare war rests with Congress, and any declaration of war needs to be brought to Congress to be debated and voted on. I proudly voted for the War Powers Resolution bills on the floor today.

Thank you to the more than 7,200 Oregonians that tuned into my telephone town hall last night! In a time of uncertainty and division, there’s nothing better than gathering as a community (even virtually!)

My statement on this morning's attack on the Jewish community at Bondi Beach. My heart goes out to everyone impacted.

Today I joined State Rep. David Gomberg and over 300 people in Newport to send a clear message: NO to ICE in our community.