February 16, 2024

Dear John,

This week in Congress, we marked the official re-launch of the Victims of Communism Caucus, and the Ways and Means Committee held a big hearing conducting oversight of his agency.

My office opened nominations for the 2024 Women of Distinction Awards, I got to spend some time with the Vietnamese community to celebrate Tết, and Orange County welcomed its first Dutch Brothers.

Get the details about all of this and more below, and make sure to follow my Facebook, Instagram, and X to get these updates in real-time.

Remembering the Victims of Communism

This week, Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL) and I joined Victims of Communism Memorial Foundation to mark the re-launch of the Victims of Communism Caucus. This bipartisan effort will ensure the U.S. stands strong against this evil ideology.

I am committed to ensuring my colleagues in Congress, and the American people, understand that the threat of Communism is not just something in the past. This issue is personal, both to me and to many of my constituents. I have heard the stories of brutality firsthand.

The Victims of Communism Foundation has put in years of hard work to “create a world free from the false hope of Communism.” I am honored to be able to extend that work into the halls of Congress as Co-chair of the Victims of Communism Caucus.

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It was wonderful to spend this past weekend celebrating Tet with the Vietnamese American community in Little Saigon. May we all have a blessed and prosperous Year of the Dragon!

Intern in My Office

The application to intern in my Washington, D.C. or Cypress, CA offices for the Summer is now open. Students selected for an internship will gain invaluable work experience while learning about the inner workings of the House of Representatives.

Candidates must possess excellent writing and verbal communication skills. In addition, we are seeking highly collaborative team players with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. If you are a hardworking, dedicated individual who has a desire to help improve the Southern California community, this internship is for you!

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At this week's Ways and Means Committee Hearing, I questioned IRS Commissioner about how his agency’s policies threaten a flood of burdensome audits on hard working taxpayers.

Watch the hearing to see how the Committee is keeping the IRS accountable.

Congratulations to the team over at the new Fountain Valley Dutch Brothers.

This is the franchise's first location in Orange County, and I'm happy to welcome them to our beautiful OC!

Nominate a Woman of Distinction

Southern California is fortunate to be home to so many incredible women who contribute to the success of our communities. In anticipation of Women’s History Month, I am asking you to help me recognize outstanding women in California's 45th District who are civically engaged and committed to serving others.

Between now and March 1st, my office will be accepting nominations for the 2023 Women of Distinction Awards. If you know a woman who lives or works in our district and deserves Congressional recognition for her contributions to our community, please visit my website to nominate her.

Nominate a Woman of Distinction Today!

What I'm Reading

Editorial: Pro-Hamas Protesters Are Getting Bolder, but We Must Support Israel

"As Israel fights for its right to exist against terrorists determined to wipe it from the map, here in America, groups like the Council on Islamic-American Relations (CAIR) have made their purpose clear."

"For how much longer will Unrwa try the ostrich defense? The United Nations’ forever-refugee agency for Palestinians claims it had no idea Hamas was operating a key tunnel underneath the Unrwa headquarters."

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Thanks for taking the time to read about what I've been doing on behalf of Southern California families. Be sure to connect with my official Facebook, X, and Instagram pages, where I post the latest news and updates. It is an honor to serve you in Congress.

Sincerely,

Rep. Michelle Steel
Member of Congress

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