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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. The administration is threatening access to historical and irreplaceable records, including closing down one facility in California that is home to countless photos and family heirlooms.3 sources2026duckworth.senate.gov
Oct 8, 2026

Oil companies can’t just walk away from abandoned oil and gas wells and leave taxpayers to bear the cleanup costs.

lujan.senate.gov
Oct 3, 2026

“English Learners are among the fastest-growing groups of students in the country, especially in California, and it is crucial that they have qualified, passionate teachers in their classrooms,”

padilla.senate.gov
Oct 1, 2026

The administration is threatening access to historical and irreplaceable records, including closing down one facility in California that is home to countless photos and family heirlooms.

duckworth.senate.gov
Sep 25, 2026

“For years, I’ve been championing a federal film tax credit to stop the exodus of tv and film production leaving the United States for countries offering higher incentives. Now, we have the best opportunity in decades to get it done. The…

scott.senate.gov
Sep 9, 2026

The idea that reopening a damaged pipeline on the Central Coast of California is somehow imperative to our national defense... tells you this has nothing to do with national security.

padilla.senate.gov
Sep 7, 2026

We are troubled by the serious allegations that ICE officers attempted to enter private property without a judicial warrant and further threatened to return to the law firm at 3 a.m. to 'break windows' to enter private property.

padilla.senate.gov
Sep 7, 2026

We refuse to tolerate these efforts to target law firms and organizations based solely on who their clients may be or their practice areas.

padilla.senate.gov
Sep 5, 2026

Congress should immediately take up and pass a federal film tax incentive to bring back these good-paying jobs that we've lost to other countries.

foxnews.com
Sep 5, 2026

I’m in strong agreement with the president.

foxnews.com
Sep 1, 2026

After months of significant community indignation, unanswered congressional oversight, and commitments from DHS Secretary Mullin at his nomination hearing that DHS 'will not enter a home or a place of business without a judicial warrant…

padilla.senate.gov
Aug 25, 2026

If NOAA chooses to proceed with its review under these patently misinformed and unreasonable circumstances and decides California should no longer manage a coastal zone program, the State will lose the ability to collaborate with the…

padilla.senate.gov
Aug 25, 2026

More taxpayer money spent on his self-aggrandizing distractions. And you get higher taxes and higher costs.

foxnews.com
Aug 25, 2026

While you struggle with the cost of gas, Trump offers you the spectacle of an IndyCar race hoping you will not notice.

foxnews.com
Aug 24, 2026

The Supreme Court needs reforms urgently to restore the American people’s confidence to that body,” said Schiff. “Congress must enact an enforceable code of ethics for Supreme Court Justices, particularly in light of Justices on this Court…

murphy.senate.gov
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

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 19, 2026

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

motherjones.com
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 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

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 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

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