Alex Padilla: “The recent announcement of 12 arrests a desperate attempt by Republicans to distract from their record of rising costs…”

Here we are, 34 days before Election Day, or, as I like to suggest, 34 days before the final day to vote because we’re encouraging people to cast their ballot early, if they can, or vote by mail if and where they can.

This so-called 'Voter ID' bill would impose a far stricter and more burdensome federal standard than all 50 states.

The bill will help strengthen investments into desalination research and development so that every American can access safe, clean water.

This is a critical step in addressing California’s water crisis and building new pathways for water security across the country.