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Mike Thompson

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Mike Thompson is a U.S. Representative for California's 5th congressional district, serving since January 6, 1999. A member of the Democratic Party, he has focused on issues such as veterans' affairs, healthcare, and environmental protection throughout his tenure. Thompson has been involved in various legislative efforts aimed at supporting military families and improving access to healthcare for all Americans.

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September 29, 2026

My age and my health are top drawer.

— Mike Thompson

Sep 29, 2026

I’m not afraid to take these guys on if they’re wrong.

calmatters.org
Sep 29, 2026

I think the short answer is, I’m not doing a bad job.

calmatters.org
Jul 1, 2026

Sports have always evolved. Our tax code should keep up, and it should evolve in a way that supports communities, protects taxpayers, promotes fair competition, and gives young athletes every opportunity to succeed both on and off the…

rollcall.com
Jun 24, 2026

The supremacy clause always prevails. And I will redraft SB 254 and introduce it again next session.

kansasreflector.com
Jun 5, 2026

Californians are all too familiar with the devastation caused by wildfires. In the wake of losing their homes and livelihoods, it is wrong to tax survivors on settlement money that is meant to help them rebuild their lives.

blakemoore.house.gov
Jun 4, 2026

In the wake of losing their homes and livelihoods, it is wrong to tax survivors on settlement money that is meant to help them rebuild their lives. Survivors can't afford to wait around for retroactive relief.

blakemoore.house.gov
Jun 2, 2026

It is wrong to tax survivors on settlement money that is meant to help them rebuild their lives.

blakemoore.house.gov
May 29, 2026

In the wake of losing their homes and livelihoods, it is wrong to tax survivors on settlement money that is meant to help them rebuild their lives.

blakemoore.house.gov
May 27, 2026

Californians are all too familiar with the devastation caused by wildfires. In the wake of losing their homes and livelihoods, it is wrong to tax survivors on settlement money that is meant to help them rebuild their lives.

blakemoore.house.gov
May 27, 2026

I’m thrilled to help deliver $110 million to the Yountville Veterans home to expand care. We owe a great debt to the men and women who served in our armed forces — investing in expanded care for our veterans just makes sense.

padilla.senate.gov
May 27, 2026

It is wrong to tax survivors on settlement money that is meant to help them rebuild their lives.

blakemoore.house.gov
May 12, 2026

I rise to celebrate March 16th through March 20th as Brain Awareness Week.

congress.gov
Apr 27, 2026

Mr. Speaker, this bill comes down to fairness and enforcement. When people cheat the tax system and get away with it, honest taxpayers are the ones who pay the price. If we expect whistleblowers to help close the gap, we need to protect…

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Apr 15, 2026

Mr. Speaker, talk about driving off of the cliff. That Florida district where my friend represents is going to drive off of the cliff. Mr. Speaker, 22,000 people in his district will face nutrition cuts, 91,000 people will lose their…

govinfo.gov
Jun 26, 2024

It would be devastating to my business.

congress.gov
Jun 12, 2024

I vehemently defend Americans' right to assemble, to free speech, and to protest, and I always will.

congress.gov
Jun 12, 2024

This is absolutely cruel, it is unacceptable, and it has to stop.

congress.gov
Jun 12, 2024

Antisemitism is appalling and has no place in our society.

congress.gov
Apr 30, 2024

I am very concerned, however, with your Department's proposal to expand Federal control over successful CTE programs.

congress.gov
Apr 30, 2024

I have co-chaired the bipartisan Career and Technical Education Caucus for more than a decade.

congress.gov
Apr 29, 2024

15 million jobs have been created under President Biden; more Americans have health insurance than ever before; Democrats expanded Child Tax Credit, cut child poverty by over 40 percent and benefitted over 35 million families.

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Apr 10, 2024

Democrats in this committee passed the enhanced Child Tax Credit in the American Rescue Plan. That credit lifted millions of children out of poverty.

congress.gov
Apr 10, 2024

Every time the Republican message has been the same: slash taxes for rich people, and the benefits trickle down to everyday Americans.

congress.gov
Apr 9, 2024

These families should not have their assets, which are necessary to do their jobs and feed our Nation counted against them.

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