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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.

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Oct 16, 2025

I’m going to hold myself to that standard, to do better and to acknowledge that I fell short.

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Oct 16, 2025

I absolutely understand that I could have been better in those moments.

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Oct 15, 2025

I’m taking responsibility for this situation, and I’m also not going to back down from fighting back for California, from being tough.

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Oct 15, 2025

I’m going to be focused on earning their votes and earning their trust.

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Oct 8, 2025

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.

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Oct 8, 2025

I don’t want this all on camera.

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Aug 21, 2025

He has said he is picking on us. He has said he is out to get the state.

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Aug 21, 2025

I am. Californians really feel frustrated. They feel picked on.

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Aug 21, 2025

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.

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Mar 10, 2025

I’m against Big Oil, Big Banks or Big Pharma screwing people over.

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Mar 10, 2025

As governor, I won’t ever back down when Trump’s hurting Californians.

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Mar 10, 2025

I’m committed to abortion rights, LGBTQ rights and immigrant rights.

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Mar 10, 2025

Harris entering would likely have a field-clearing effect.

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Mar 10, 2025

If Vice President Harris were to choose to run, I am certain that that would have a near field-clearing effect on the Democratic side.

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Mar 10, 2025

I first ran for office to hold Trump accountable. I feel that same call to serve now to stop him from hurting Californians.

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Mar 10, 2025

What California needs now is a little bit of hope and a whole lot of grit, fresh blood and new ideas, leaders with the backbone to fight for what’s right.

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Mar 10, 2025

In Congress I held the Trump administration's feet to the fire when they hurt Americans. As governor, I won't ever back down when Trump hurts Californians.

cbsnews.com
Mar 10, 2025

What we need is new ideas, a willingness to take on dangerous leaders and their corrupt enablers.

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Mar 5, 2025

If Vice President Harris were to choose to run, I am certain that that would have a near field-clearing effect on the Democratic side.

newsweek.com
Feb 12, 2025

If Vice President Harris were to choose to run, I am certain that that would have a near field-clearing effect on the Democratic side.

newsweek.com
Feb 5, 2025

If Vice President Harris were to choose to run, I am certain that that would have a near field-clearing effect on the Democratic side.

newsweek.com
Dec 9, 2024

You have--clearly are aware, Postmaster DeJoy, of my bill called the Vote by Mail Tracking Act.

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Dec 9, 2024

It is now awaiting consideration in the Senate.

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Dec 9, 2024

Republicans, Democrats, Independents, we are all seeing people use mail-in ballots and they all deserve peace of mind that their ballots got delivered safely and quickly.

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