Dear neighbor,

On Tuesday night, every single House Democrat voted against the extreme Republican budget that rips away health care and food assistance from kids, families, and veterans. All of us, including a member who just had a baby, and another that came from the hospital after multiple surgeries, showed up to fight back.

Unfortunately, the Republican majority voted to pass their budget betrayal. It’s appalling. Instead of focusing on lowering the cost of living, Republicans are focused on delivering more tax cuts for billionaires.

The cruelty of this extremist agenda has no limit. I continue to hear from constituents disturbed by what is happening in Washington. Every day, it is pure chaos – veterans fired from the VA, Trump spreading Russian disinformation, Republicans trying to condition disaster assistance. I won’t stand for any of it.

Day by day, Republican politicians are finding out that their harmful policies are unpopular and extreme. The American people are speaking out and your input truly matters. I encourage you to stay engaged, get involved, and make your voice heard. I will continue to be by your side and fight for the needs of every American.

TRUMPONOMICS SUCKS: Trump’s support is free falling because Trumponomics sucks. Inflation is up. Consumer sentiment is down. His tariffs are increasing prices. Eggs prices are up. The GOP’s billions in Medicaid cuts will hurt everyday Americans. I’m fed up. Watch my remarks from this week’s press conference:

RAMADAN MUBARAK: Tonight is the first night of Ramadan. It's a holy month of reflection and community. Wishing you a blessed Ramdan full of peace and blessings.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS: Applications are now being accepted for summer internships in our Washington, DC and Los Angeles offices. Apply on our website at lieu.house.gov/services/internships. Our office is also now accepting submissions for the Spring 2025 Congressional Art competition. Learn more here.

FEMA LETTERS: LA County is informing those who have received a “not approved” FEMA assistance letter to visit a Disaster Recovery Center or call the FEMA helpline at 1-800-621-3362. More information can be found here. Note: Disaster Recovery Centers have updated their hours from 9 AM – 7PM. If you have not already, deadlines for assistance are fast-approaching. Visit recovery.lacounty.gov for more information. Our office’s recovery resource guide is available at lieu.house.gov/fireresources.

TAX SEASON: Those impacted by the fires in LA County may qualify for postponement to file and pay taxes. More information can be found here. For those filing, the IRS has a new Direct File tax tool to file your taxes for free available here.

My team and I work every day for you. Feel free to call my LA office at (323) 651-1040 to see if we can be of assistance.

I look forward to updating you again soon.

Warmly,

Ted