I’m going to hold myself to that standard, to do better and to acknowledge that I fell short.
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I absolutely understand that I could have been better in those moments.
— Katie Porter
Katie Porter
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Katie Porter is an American attorney and politician serving as the U.S. Representative for California's 47th congressional district since January 3, 2019. A member of the Democratic Party, she has gained recognition for her advocacy on consumer protection and accountability in government. Porter is known for her engaging questioning style during congressional hearings, often using visual aids to illustrate her points and hold corporations accountable. She has focused on issues such as healthcare, economic inequality, and the rights of consumers.
I’m taking responsibility for this situation, and I’m also not going to back down from fighting back for California, from being tough.
I want to have a pleasant, positive conversation … And if every question, you’re going to make up a follow-up question, then we’re never going to get there.
I am certain that we in California have an argument why we need to do this because everywhere I go, people are saying we have to stop Trump.
Mr. Speaker, I was unable to be present to cast my vote on Roll Call Nos. 506 through 511 today. Had I been present, I would have voted NAY on Roll Call No. 506, NAY on Roll Call No. 507, YEA on Roll Call No. 508, NAY on Roll Call No. 509…
Mr. Speaker, I was unable to be present to cast my vote on Roll Call Nos. 502, 503, 504, and 505 today. Had I been present, I would have voted YEA on Roll Call Nos. 502, 503, 504, and 505. ____________________
Mr. Speaker, I was unable to vote because of a traffic blockage to the Capitol. Had I been present, I would have voted YEA on Roll Call No. 499. ____________________





