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Adam Schiff

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Adam Bennett Schiff is an American lawyer and politician currently serving as the U.S. Representative for California's 28th congressional district, a position he has held since January 3, 2001. A member of the Democratic Party, Schiff has played a significant role in various legislative efforts and is known for his work on national security and intelligence issues. He served as the Chairman of the House Intelligence Committee, where he was involved in high-profile investigations and oversight of intelligence agencies.

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  1. Instead they handed DHS BILLIONS more of your tax dollars without any constraint after the shooting and killing [of] individuals in the streets.3 sources2026commondreams.org
Aug 21, 2026

If county officials proceed with this misguided plan, we request that you provide the maximum oversight possible to ensure that Ms. Peters does not improperly access ballots, voting systems, or sensitive information.

padilla.senate.gov
Aug 20, 2026

I am proud to help deliver over $150 million in new safety and modernization upgrades across our Amtrak Pacific Surfliner route to improve pedestrian access.

padilla.senate.gov
Aug 20, 2026

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Department of Homeland Security have no role in the administration of elections, and this statement indicates the potential for violations of California and/or federal election laws.

padilla.senate.gov
Aug 19, 2026

“The key to making corruption a powerful issue is by always bringing it back to the impact of that, the cost of his corruption,”

motherjones.com
Aug 19, 2026

“Because the cost of his corruption is a president not focused on doing what he promised.”

motherjones.com
Aug 19, 2026

From upgrading runways and taxiways to reducing airport noise and improving passenger facilities, these investments will make airports across California safer and more reliable.

padilla.senate.gov
Aug 18, 2026

“Every $1 invested in transit generates $5 in long-term economic value.”

padilla.senate.gov
Aug 15, 2026

As small businesses face a growing threat of cyberattacks and phishing schemes, we must give them the tools they need to stop hacks and lower their risk.

young.senate.gov
Aug 14, 2026

Every $1 invested in transit generates $5 in long-term economic value. Conversely, failing to deliver on long-promised transit investment carries serious economic consequences.

padilla.senate.gov
Aug 14, 2026

The growing backlog of projects in limbo due to FTA and OMB inaction is unacceptable.

padilla.senate.gov
Aug 14, 2026

Instead they handed DHS BILLIONS more of your tax dollars without any constraint after the shooting and killing [of] individuals in the streets.

commondreams.org
Aug 14, 2026

This should be seen as a partisan measure to insulate the president and his corrupt activities from congressional subpoenas when the majority flips.

npr.org
Aug 13, 2026

These threats are not hypothetical—they are happening right now.

foreignpolicy.com
Aug 13, 2026

The Office of Legal Counsel used to have sufficient independence from the president to give sound legal advice to the executive branch. Under Trump, it is an office that merely tells the president what he wants to hear.

talkingpointsmemo.com
Aug 7, 2026

This bill will help the Pit River Tribe manage the Four Corners site as their ancestors did.

padilla.senate.gov
Aug 7, 2026

I am proud to see our legislation to help the Pit River Tribe restore their ancestral homelands and promote Tribal sovereignty advance out of committee.

padilla.senate.gov
Aug 7, 2026

By allowing the Coast Guard to enter intergovernmental support agreements, this bill will unlock millions of dollars in savings, create jobs for military spouses, provide expanded services for Coast Guard members, and deliver opportunities…

murphy.senate.gov
Aug 2, 2026

It's critical that taxpayer dollars are spent responsibly and with full transparency and oversight, but removing billions in federal funding from another California project is not the right approach.

cbsnews.com
Jul 29, 2026

As Senate Republicans move to once again confirm an inexperienced and unqualified nominee to a position of massive national security consequence for years to come, one thing remains clear — this type of politicized leadership will only…

foxnews.com
Jul 29, 2026

The Supreme Court needs reforms urgently to restore the American people’s confidence to that body.

murphy.senate.gov
Jul 28, 2026

Public confidence in the Commission depends on its adherence to viewpoint neutrality and the rule of law.

padilla.senate.gov
Jul 28, 2026

We respectfully urge the Commission to evaluate these renewal applications based solely on the factual record and the governing statutory standard, free from political considerations.

padilla.senate.gov
Jul 24, 2026

From the first pitch of spring to that final out in October, the Dodgers once again made us believe.

padilla.senate.gov

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