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Vince Fong

Vince Fong

RRepublicanCA-20 · Representative
55
/ 100
Average
Attendance97
Avg: 96
Independence2
Avg: 4
Bipartisan Tone9
Avg: 15
Ethics Record100
Avg: 99
Transparency60
Avg: 53

Accountability Score — composite of attendance, independence, bipartisan tone, ethics record & transparency.

Methodology
OverviewStatementsBillsFinanceVotesElections
70
Total Statements
40
Floor Speeches
30
Press Releases
15
Topics Covered

What They Talk About

Taxes: 24Defense: 13Environment: 13Trade: 10Crime & Justice: 10Foreign Policy: 10Veterans: 9Infrastructure: 9Housing: 8Agriculture: 8Healthcare: 7Economy: 6Immigration: 6Technology: 5Education: 4

Speech Tone

Neutral: 39Ceremonial: 18Urgent: 7Bipartisan: 6

Statements (70)

Floor Speech2026-09-21CeremonialHealthcareTaxesHousing
HONORING AJAY ANAND

HONORING AJAY ANAND Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 149 (Monday, September 21, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 149 (Monday, September 21, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E961] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…

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Floor Speech2026-09-21CeremonialEnvironmentDefenseCrime & Justice
HONORING DICK TAYLOR

HONORING DICK TAYLOR Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 149 (Monday, September 21, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 149 (Monday, September 21, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E955-E956] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

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Floor Speech2026-09-15UrgentTaxesEnvironmentForeign PolicyHRES1530HJRES210
PROVIDING FOR CONGRESSIONAL DISAPPROVAL OF THE RULE SUBMITTED BY THE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY RELATING TO CALIFORNIA STATE NONROAD ENGINE…

PROVIDING FOR CONGRESSIONAL DISAPPROVAL OF THE RULE SUBMITTED BY THE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY RELATING TO CALIFORNIA STATE NONROAD ENGINE POLLUTION CONTROL STANDARDS; OCEAN-GOING VESSELS AT... Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 145 (Tuesday, September 15, 2026) [Congressional Record…

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Floor Speech2026-08-27CeremonialTaxesAgriculture
HONORING THE RETIREMENT OF JOE NEVES

HONORING THE RETIREMENT OF JOE NEVES Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 136 (Thursday, August 27, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 136 (Thursday, August 27, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E809] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

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Press Release2026-08-19
The hidden tax California imposes on the rest of the country

The hidden tax California imposes on the rest of the country The hidden tax California imposes on the rest of the country Originally published in the California Post When Americans buy groceries, fill up their cars or purchase goods shipped through California’s ports , they are paying for a climate…

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Press Release2026-08-19
The hidden tax California imposes on the rest of the country

The hidden tax California imposes on the rest of the country The hidden tax California imposes on the rest of the country Originally published in the California Post When Americans buy groceries, fill up their cars or purchase goods shipped through California’s ports , they are paying for a climate…

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Press Release2026-08-17Crime & JusticeAgriculture
Trump can protect California avocado farmers and take a bite out of Mexican cartels, too

Trump can protect California avocado farmers and take a bite out of Mexican cartels, too Trump can protect California avocado farmers and take a bite out of Mexican cartels, too Originally published in Fox News President Donald Trump has made Make America Healthy Again a national priority, with…

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Press Release2026-08-17Crime & JusticeAgriculture
Trump can protect California avocado farmers and take a bite out of Mexican cartels, too

Trump can protect California avocado farmers and take a bite out of Mexican cartels, too Trump can protect California avocado farmers and take a bite out of Mexican cartels, too Originally published in Fox News President Donald Trump has made Make America Healthy Again a national priority, with…

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Floor Speech2026-08-03Ceremonial
HONORING THE 2026 SUMMER INTERN CLASS

HONORING THE 2026 SUMMER INTERN CLASS Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 126 (Monday, August 3, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 126 (Monday, August 3, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E762] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

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Floor Speech2026-07-30CeremonialTaxesAgriculture
HONORING JOE NEVES ON HIS RETIREMENT

HONORING JOE NEVES ON HIS RETIREMENT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 125 (Thursday, July 30, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 125 (Thursday, July 30, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E754] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

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Floor Speech2026-07-22TaxesEnvironmentDefenseHR8800S507
NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2027

NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2027 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 120 (Wednesday, July 22, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 120 (Wednesday, July 22, 2026)] [House] [Pages H5029-H5127] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing…

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Floor Speech2026-07-21CeremonialDefense
HONORING MR. RICHARD McABEE'S 100TH BIRTHDAY

HONORING MR. RICHARD McABEE'S 100TH BIRTHDAY Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 119 (Tuesday, July 21, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 119 (Tuesday, July 21, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E716] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

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Floor Speech2026-07-21Ceremonial
HONORING THE 2026 SUMMER INTERN CLASS-

HONORING THE 2026 SUMMER INTERN CLASS- Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 119 (Tuesday, July 21, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 119 (Tuesday, July 21, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E717] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

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Press Release2026-07-11ImmigrationForeign Policy
Community Voices: The cyber threat is already here. It’s time to answer the wake-up call

Community Voices: The cyber threat is already here. It’s time to answer the wake-up call Community Voices: The cyber threat is already here. It’s time to answer the wake-up call Originally published in the Bakersfield Californian In June, an Iranian-linked hacker group allegedly targeted water…

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Press Release2026-07-11ImmigrationForeign Policy
Community Voices: The cyber threat is already here. It’s time to answer the wake-up call

Community Voices: The cyber threat is already here. It’s time to answer the wake-up call Community Voices: The cyber threat is already here. It’s time to answer the wake-up call Originally published in the Bakersfield Californian In June, an Iranian-linked hacker group allegedly targeted water…

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Press Release2026-07-01Foreign PolicyChinaTechnology
Securing America’s future in the age of AI

Securing America’s future in the age of AI Securing America’s future in the age of AI Originally published in The Hill The future isn’t on the horizon — it’s already here. The question is not whether artificial intelligence will shape our world, but whether we will harness it to strengthen the…

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Press Release2026-07-01Foreign PolicyChinaTechnology
Securing America’s future in the age of AI

Securing America’s future in the age of AI Securing America’s future in the age of AI Originally published in The Hill The future isn’t on the horizon — it’s already here. The question is not whether artificial intelligence will shape our world, but whether we will harness it to strengthen the…

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Floor Speech2026-06-23
REMEMBERING EIGHT INDIVIDUALS LOST IN B-52 STRATOFORTRESS CRASH AT EDWARDS AIR FORCE BASE

REMEMBERING EIGHT INDIVIDUALS LOST IN B-52 STRATOFORTRESS CRASH AT EDWARDS AIR FORCE BASE Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 105 (Tuesday, June 23, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 105 (Tuesday, June 23, 2026)] [House] [Page H4193] From the Congressional Record Online through the…

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Press Release2026-04-28EconomyHousing
Fraud is now a feature of California, not a bug — as billions vanish

Fraud is now a feature of California, not a bug — as billions vanish Fraud is now a feature of California, not a bug — as billions vanish California was once a beacon of opportunity. Today, our great state maintains its natural blessings and abundance of potential, but both are being smothered by…

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Press Release2026-04-28EconomyHousing
Fraud is now a feature of California, not a bug — as billions vanish

Fraud is now a feature of California, not a bug — as billions vanish Fraud is now a feature of California, not a bug — as billions vanish California was once a beacon of opportunity. Today, our great state maintains its natural blessings and abundance of potential, but both are being smothered by…

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Floor Speech2026-04-27Ceremonial
CELEBRATING OUR 2026 SPRING INTERN CLASS

CELEBRATING OUR 2026 SPRING INTERN CLASS Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 73 (Monday, April 27, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 73 (Monday, April 27, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E368-E369] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

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Floor Speech2026-04-27BipartisanEconomyTaxesEnvironmentHR227
CLERGY ACT

CLERGY ACT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 73 (Monday, April 27, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 73 (Monday, April 27, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3115-H3116] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] CLERGY ACT Mr. CAREY. Mr.…

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Floor Speech2026-04-27CeremonialHealthcare
HONORING THE HOUCHIN COMMUNITY BLOOD BANK ON ITS 75TH ANNIVERSARY

HONORING THE HOUCHIN COMMUNITY BLOOD BANK ON ITS 75TH ANNIVERSARY Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 73 (Monday, April 27, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 73 (Monday, April 27, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E375] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government…

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Floor Speech2026-04-27BipartisanEconomyTaxesHousingHR5366
DOUG LAMALFA FEDERAL DISASTER TAX RELIEF CERTAINTY ACT

DOUG LAMALFA FEDERAL DISASTER TAX RELIEF CERTAINTY ACT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 73 (Monday, April 27, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 73 (Monday, April 27, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3107-H3110] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

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Floor Speech2026-04-21Ceremonial
CELEBRATING OUR 2026 SPRING INTERN CLASS

CELEBRATING OUR 2026 SPRING INTERN CLASS Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 70 (Tuesday, April 21, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 70 (Tuesday, April 21, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E349] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

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Floor Speech2026-04-15BipartisanHealthcareEconomyTaxesHR1HRES1156
EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR TAX POLICIES THAT SUPPORT WORKING FAMILIES

EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR TAX POLICIES THAT SUPPORT WORKING FAMILIES Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 66 (Wednesday, April 15, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 66 (Wednesday, April 15, 2026)] [House] [Pages H2913-H2920] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government…

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Floor Speech2026-03-26BipartisanImmigrationHealthcareEnvironmentHR7147HR7481
EXPRESSING THE SUPPORT OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

EXPRESSING THE SUPPORT OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 57 (Thursday, March 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 57 (Thursday, March 26, 2026)] [House] [Pages H2723-H2731] From the Congressional Record…

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Floor Speech2026-03-16BipartisanEnvironmentTradeInfrastructureHR2294
REAUTHORIZATION OF INTEGRATED COASTAL AND OCEAN OBSERVATION SYSTEM ACT OF 2009

REAUTHORIZATION OF INTEGRATED COASTAL AND OCEAN OBSERVATION SYSTEM ACT OF 2009 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 47 (Monday, March 16, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 47 (Monday, March 16, 2026)] [House] [Pages H2513-H2514] From the Congressional Record Online through the…

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Press Release2026-03-11Infrastructure
How Cargo Thieves are Hijacking California

How Cargo Thieves are Hijacking California How Cargo Thieves are Hijacking California Originally published in the New York Post California’s economy helps keep America running — and criminals know it. Organized cargo theft has exploded across the state, targeting freight infrastructure. But we can…

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Press Release2026-03-11Infrastructure
How Cargo Thieves are Hijacking California

How Cargo Thieves are Hijacking California How Cargo Thieves are Hijacking California Originally published in the New York Post California’s economy helps keep America running — and criminals know it. Organized cargo theft has exploded across the state, targeting freight infrastructure. But we can…

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Floor Speech2026-03-09Ceremonial
HONORING BRADLEY FLICK

HONORING BRADLEY FLICK Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 43 (Monday, March 9, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 43 (Monday, March 9, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E199] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING…

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Floor Speech2026-03-04BipartisanImmigrationTaxesEnvironmentHR7744HR7148
PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF H.R. 7744, FURTHER ADDITIONAL CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2026

PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF H.R. 7744, FURTHER ADDITIONAL CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2026 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 41 (Wednesday, March 4, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 41 (Wednesday, March 4, 2026)] [House] [Pages H2380-H2390] From the Congressional Record…

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Floor Speech2026-02-25CeremonialImmigrationTaxesEducation
HONORING BILLIE JO MEDDERS

HONORING BILLIE JO MEDDERS Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 37 (Wednesday, February 25, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 37 (Wednesday, February 25, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E164] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

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Press Release2026-02-18
537 million more reasons to cancel California’s high-speed rail nightmare

537 million more reasons to cancel California’s high-speed rail nightmare 537 million more reasons to cancel California’s high-speed rail nightmare Originally published in The Washington Reporter Emma.Grimes@ma… Wed, 02/18/2026 - 12:42 February 19, 2026

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Press Release2026-02-18
537 million more reasons to cancel California’s high-speed rail nightmare

537 million more reasons to cancel California’s high-speed rail nightmare 537 million more reasons to cancel California’s high-speed rail nightmare Originally published in The Washington Reporter Emma.Grimes@ma… Wed, 02/18/2026 - 12:42 February 19, 2026

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Press Release2026-02-10TaxesDefenseVeterans
Veterans History Project

Veterans History Project Veterans History Project Emma.Grimes@ma… Tue, 02/10/2026 - 18:48 In partnership with the Library of Congress Veterans History Project (VHP) , Congressman Fong is proud to assist in preserving the firsthand military experiences of Central Valley Veterans so their service and…

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Press Release2026-02-10TaxesDefenseVeterans
Veterans History Project

Veterans History Project Veterans History Project Emma.Grimes@ma… Tue, 02/10/2026 - 18:48 In partnership with the Library of Congress Veterans History Project (VHP) , Congressman Fong is proud to assist in preserving the firsthand military experiences of Central Valley Veterans so their service and…

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Press Release2026-02-09UrgentForeign PolicyCrime & Justice
Congressman Fong Introduces Legislation to Strengthen DEA Hiring and Combat Drug Trafficking

Congressman Fong Introduces Legislation to Strengthen DEA Hiring and Combat Drug Trafficking Congressman Fong Introduces Legislation to Strengthen DEA Hiring and Combat Drug Trafficking Legislation would streamline hiring and strengthen DEA’s ability to combat drug trafficking and protect…

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Press Release2026-02-09UrgentForeign PolicyCrime & Justice
Congressman Fong Introduces Legislation to Strengthen DEA Hiring and Combat Drug Trafficking

Congressman Fong Introduces Legislation to Strengthen DEA Hiring and Combat Drug Trafficking Congressman Fong Introduces Legislation to Strengthen DEA Hiring and Combat Drug Trafficking Legislation would streamline hiring and strengthen DEA’s ability to combat drug trafficking and protect…

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Press Release2026-02-06Defense
The Aerospace and Defense Work in Our Backyard Shapes America’s Future

The Aerospace and Defense Work in Our Backyard Shapes America’s Future The Aerospace and Defense Work in Our Backyard Shapes America’s Future Originally published in The Daily Independent When we talk about American strength and leadership—our military might, technological edge, and readiness to…

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Press Release2026-02-06Defense
The Aerospace and Defense Work in Our Backyard Shapes America’s Future

The Aerospace and Defense Work in Our Backyard Shapes America’s Future The Aerospace and Defense Work in Our Backyard Shapes America’s Future Originally published in The Daily Independent When we talk about American strength and leadership—our military might, technological edge, and readiness to…

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Floor Speech2026-01-30CeremonialTaxesEnvironmentHousing
REMEMBERING IRMADINE CARSON

REMEMBERING IRMADINE CARSON Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 22 (Friday, January 30, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 22 (Friday, January 30, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E83] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…

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Floor Speech2026-01-21UrgentHealthcareAbortionTaxesHR6945HRES1009
SUPPORTING PREGNANT AND PARENTING WOMEN AND FAMILIES ACT

SUPPORTING PREGNANT AND PARENTING WOMEN AND FAMILIES ACT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 14 (Wednesday, January 21, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 14 (Wednesday, January 21, 2026)] [House] [Pages H1139-H1147] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government…

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Press Release2026-01-08Taxes
California’s hidden jobs tax was no accident

California’s hidden jobs tax was no accident California’s hidden jobs tax was no accident Originally published in the Los Angeles Daily News California employers are about to get hit with a massive tax increase — one they never voted on, one lawmakers and the governor never debated, but one…

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Press Release2026-01-08Taxes
California’s hidden jobs tax was no accident

California’s hidden jobs tax was no accident California’s hidden jobs tax was no accident Originally published in the Los Angeles Daily News California employers are about to get hit with a massive tax increase — one they never voted on, one lawmakers and the governor never debated, but one…

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Floor Speech2026-01-08CeremonialTaxesEnvironmentTrade
IN REMEMBRANCE OF THE HONORABLE DOUG LaMALFA

IN REMEMBRANCE OF THE HONORABLE DOUG LaMALFA Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 5 (Thursday, January 8, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 5 (Thursday, January 8, 2026)] [House] [Pages H231-H238] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

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Press Release2025-12-13
California’s 20th District is essential to America’s national security

California’s 20th District is essential to America’s national security California’s 20th District is essential to America’s national security Originally published in The Bakersfield Californian Emma.Grimes@ma… Sat, 12/13/2025 - 13:55 December 15, 2025

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Press Release2025-12-13
California’s 20th District is essential to America’s national security

California’s 20th District is essential to America’s national security California’s 20th District is essential to America’s national security Originally published in The Bakersfield Californian Emma.Grimes@ma… Sat, 12/13/2025 - 13:55 December 15, 2025

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Press Release2025-11-24UrgentDefense
Newsom's war on energy is crippling California and undermining our military

Newsom's war on energy is crippling California and undermining our military Newsom's war on energy is crippling California and undermining our military Originally published in Fox News As California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom traveled to Brazil touting his failed energy agenda in mid-November,…

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Press Release2025-11-24UrgentDefense
Newsom's war on energy is crippling California and undermining our military

Newsom's war on energy is crippling California and undermining our military Newsom's war on energy is crippling California and undermining our military Originally published in Fox News As California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom traveled to Brazil touting his failed energy agenda in mid-November,…

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