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Just like two years ago when the voters said loudly cost of living and affordability are their driving concerns and ushered in a GOP victory, they said so again last night across the country. Democrats didn’t listen in 2022, Republicans didn’t listen in 2024 and the voters punished Republicans for it. This was without question a blue tsunami.
But as I told my Democrat friends two years ago, I say now to my Republican friends, the sun still rose this morning. The country is not over. Cherish your loved ones, take care of your self. Our nation has endured a civil war, two world wars and many dramatic elections. Election 2026 is not the savior of the country, nor is it the ending of the country.
I know this might be hard to believe, but your preferred cable news station, and media outlets thrive off your over reactions, both positive and negative. Reality is always somewhere else then what Fox, CNN, MSNOW, Newsmax or your paper says it is. Social media is even worse.
Life will go on. Choose to be happy, choose to be healthy, and choose to do good in the world. Imagine if we all individually did that, what a world of difference it would make.
I have been trying my hardest to be quiet about politics lately….
But public executions are something our enemies do.
This is a very bad decision that lowers us to our enemies standards in my opinion.
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The House has passed the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 by a vote of 262–159, sending the legislation forward after the Senate previously approved it.
The bill imposes additional sanctions related to Russia and Iran and includes provisions allowing tariffs of up to 100% on certain countries purchasing Russian energy. The House vote was on concurrence with the Senate’s amendments to H.R. 5334.
The measure now heads to President Donald J. Trump's desk for his signature.
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This is our chance to stand on the right side of history, support Ukraine & make clear we oppose Russia’s invasion & its dictator. We’re using our Article I authority to put tough tariffs on Russia, the invader. Don’t let perfection be the enemy of good.
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Thank you to every member of the U.S. Congress who voted today for new sanctions against Russia over its criminal, endlessly dirty and insane war of annihilation against Ukraine.
Here in Ukraine, despite everything, we hold on to a good hope for goodness, justice, and reason. And tonight reminds us once again: none of this is in vain. The free world is alive.
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I’ve worked the entire 119th Congress to get results for supporting Ukraine and opposing Putin. We scored results tonight. Congress voted for tough sanctions on the invader and war crimes dictator.
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61 of California's 118 legislators joined my call to urge Interior Secretary Doug Burgum to halt and reject the proposed Yosemite land exchange benefiting a private developer.
Swipe to read the full letter.
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Happy 90th🎂 in Heaven to my hero & former boss, Senator John McCain! It was the privilege of a lifetime working with this true American Hero. ❤️ A great read about his days in captivity. The same courage & grit he fought with for America until the very end. ❤️
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Some people make decisions after they stick their finger in the air and see which way the wind is blowing. It’s better to carry a moral compass and pursue truth, decency and noble goals. Disregard the echo chamber. The flute players will lead you off the cliff.
Facts… but I’ll have my buddy @TomLackey36 to sit next to me on this roller coaster we call the Green and Gold. 🫡
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Trump threatens 'tremendous economic consequences' on any country helping Iran bbc.in/4ztMM3p
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On this, I don’t care what anyone else thinks. The Afghanistan withdrawal debacle was one of the worst things I’ve ever witnessed. I lost friends in Afghanistan. We lost over 2,450 service-members in Afghanistan. When Biden pulled the plug, we had 3,000 service-members in country with no losses over a year and half. We controlled approximately 75% of country. AirPower was doing the job. When Biden pulled our drones and maintainers who kept the Afghan AF flying, the Afghan govt collapsed. The Chairman of the JCS and the Central Command Commander disagreed with Biden and were overruled. This was the beginning of the end of the Biden Administration. I’ll never forget it. I hated what happened and always will.
Joshua Whitfield retweeted
I had the honor of recognizing Marcia Barclay on the Assembly Floor in celebration of International Referees Day.
With an incredible 34-year career in sports officiating, Marcia has broken barriers at the varsity, collegiate, and Olympic levels, while also making history as the first African American woman appointed Director in the Sacramento court system.
Her leadership, perseverance, and commitment to mentoring the next generation continue to inspire us all.
Congratulations, Marcia, and thank you for everything you’ve done and continue to do for our community!
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The Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia Act would impose crippling pressure on Russia and those enabling Putin’s aggression, honor Sen. Graham’s commitment to Ukraine’s fight for freedom, and make clear that America stands with Ukraine.
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