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Rep. Doris Matsui @dorismatsui.bsky.social · 17h

In the midst of a shutdown, President Trump has decided Argentina matters more than the American people.

Giving $20 billion to another country while you fire your own workforce, raise health care costs, and leave American farmers struggling is not “America First”.

Trump to welcome Argentina's President Milei as US extends $20 billion lifeline

Argentina’s libertarian leader is sparing no praise for the U.S. president ahead of his first White House meeting with Donald Trump

abcnews.go.com

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Rep. Doris Matsui @dorismatsui.bsky.social · 1d

Click the link and share how rising premiums are impacting you and your family. Together, let’s show my Republican colleagues exactly how their policies are hurting the American people. [2/2]

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Office Locations | Congresswoman Doris Matsui

Republicans have waged a full-scale assault on health care. Their Big Ugly Bill cut more than a trillion dollars from the health care system—slashing Medicaid and leaving the most vulnerable without care. Now they have shutdown the government instead of come to the table to extend critical Affordable Care Act enhanced premium tax credits. Without action, premiums will skyrocket and millions will lose coverage. Premium notices for this coming year are already going out, and we want to know how you are going to be impacted. Please share your story below so I can show Republicans just how harmful their actions are.

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Rep. Doris Matsui @dorismatsui.bsky.social · 1d

Republicans have shut down the government rather than lower your health care costs.

People across our community are already getting their health care rate notices and I want to hear from you. [1/2]

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Rep. Doris Matsui @dorismatsui.bsky.social · 1d

I pray that this ceasefire endures and becomes the foundation for a future of lasting peace, security, and dignity for both Israelis and Palestinians. [3/3]

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Rep. Doris Matsui @dorismatsui.bsky.social · 1d

There can be no delay in delivering additional aid, restoring essential services, and building the stability needed to ensure this agreement holds. There is still difficult work ahead. [2/3]

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Rep. Doris Matsui @dorismatsui.bsky.social · 1d

The ceasefire underway in Gaza has brought long-awaited hope—the remaining hostages reunited with their families and a surge of humanitarian aid delivered to the Palestinian people who have endured unbearable loss. [1/3]

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Rep. Doris Matsui @dorismatsui.bsky.social · 1d

I'll continue working side by side with our Tribal Nations to uplift their voices, protect their rights and land, and advance the priorities that strengthen their communities for generations to come. [2/2]

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Rep. Doris Matsui @dorismatsui.bsky.social · 1d

This #IndigenousPeoplesDay, I’m proud to celebrate the rich cultures and enduring contributions of Indigenous peoples here in the Sacramento region and across the country. [1/2]

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Rep. Doris Matsui @dorismatsui.bsky.social · 2d

I’m not going to stand for it. Sacramento, and all of America, deserves better. [2/2]

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Rep. Doris Matsui @dorismatsui.bsky.social · 2d

From Stockton Blvd. to Florin Square to Midtown, our city is a place where small businesses can flourish.

But Republicans have decided that supporting our entrepreneurs and protecting their access to affordable health care is an afterthought in their pursuit of cruel, misguided policies. [1/2]

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Rep. Doris Matsui @dorismatsui.bsky.social · 4d

Republicans have decided to punish public servants rather than negotiate a bipartisan deal that serves the American people.

This display of cruelty isn't strategic, it's an out-of-touch abuse of power.

www.cnn.com/2025/10/10/p...

Firings of federal workers underway as government shutdown drags on, Trump budget chief announces | CNN Politics

The Trump administration has begun firing federal workers, the White House’s budget chief announced Friday, as Republicans look to maximize pressure on the Democratic Party more than a week into the g...

www.cnn.com

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Rep. Doris Matsui @dorismatsui.bsky.social · 4d

Democrats are united in the fight to protect your health care.

Republicans think they can mislead the public and get away with it, but the American people see what they're really doing: raising costs and ripping away coverage. We’re not backing down.

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Rep. Doris Matsui @dorismatsui.bsky.social · 5d

Florin Square is the heart of South Sacramento's vibrant Black-owned small businesses.

If Republicans let the ACA’s enhanced premium tax credits expire, premiums could double. That’s make-or-break for small business owners who are already stretched thin.

They deserve a fair shot, not higher costs.

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Rep. Doris Matsui @dorismatsui.bsky.social · 5d

In the face of pleas from the spouse of a military member living paycheck to paycheck with children whose lives rely on medication, Speaker Johnson continues to blame Democrats.

That's not leadership. Speaker Johnson, do your job—bring back the House and let's get to work for the American people.

C-SPAN caller confronts House Speaker Mike Johnson about shutdown effects: 'My kids could die'

The caller, who was identified as a Republican and military spouse, said she would not be able to afford her children's medication if the shutdown continues.

www.nbcnews.com

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Rep. Doris Matsui @dorismatsui.bsky.social · 6d

Every storefront on Stockton Blvd tells a story—of hard work, of family, of perseverance.

It’s a place where diverse cultures intersect. Where generations of small business owners work hard to lift up their community.

I won’t let Republicans play political games with their health and future.

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Rep. Doris Matsui @dorismatsui.bsky.social · 6d

Republicans are in disarray. Turns out “take away health care and double people’s premiums” doesn’t play well with the American people.

Time to stop the chaos and get back to work.

Trump's off-script comments cause shutdown headaches for GOP

President Donald Trump, Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune are straining to project a united front against Democrats.

www.politico.com

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Rep. Doris Matsui @dorismatsui.bsky.social · 6d

Republicans are so committed to continuing their reckless shutdown that Speaker Johnson is willing to let our service members go without pay.

Hurting our heroes isn’t leverage, it’s disgraceful.

thehill.com

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Rep. Doris Matsui @dorismatsui.bsky.social · 7d

Thank you, @coveredca.bsky.social , for joining me to sound the alarm.

The numbers don’t lie—without action, health care costs will soar.

Republicans’ refusal to extend the ACA tax credits is a direct attack on our community. We will keep fighting to make sure every Sacramentan can afford care.

Covered California @coveredca.bsky.social · 7d

Jessica Altman of CoveredCA hosted Rep. Rep. Doris Matsui to discuss the impact on #Sacramento if the #ACA's enhanced premium tax credits expire at the end of the year. Premiums would rise by 97% on average and 111% in Rep. Matsui's district.

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Rep. Doris Matsui @dorismatsui.bsky.social · 7d

The law is clear. Federal workers are required to receive back pay after a shutdown.

This is yet another act of cruelty and disregard from this Administration toward hardworking public servants.

I stand with our federal workers against these reckless, baseless attacks.

Trump suggests not all furloughed workers will get back pay: 'It depends'

Trump also said at the White House that if the shutdown drags on several days longer, a "substantial" number of jobs "will never come back."

www.cnbc.com

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Rep. Doris Matsui @dorismatsui.bsky.social · 8d

Families in Sacramento and across the country are united: extend the ACA tax credits.

Republicans are out of step with the American people. They need to listen to their constituents and get back to work.

KFF @kff.org · 11d

Most Americans, including most Republicans and MAGA supporters, say they want Congress to extend the ACA enhanced premium tax credits that help make Marketplace coverage more affordable. https://on.kff.org/4q7ElGy

KFF graph showing that more than 3 in 4 adults (78%) support extending the enhanced premium tax credits for Affordable Care Act Marketplace coverage, based on a KFF Health Tracking Poll from September 23-29, 2025.

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Rep. Doris Matsui @dorismatsui.bsky.social · 8d

Health care premium notices are arriving this month, and many Sacramentans are finding out they’ll be paying more for their coverage.

I want to hear from you. Share your story or a photo of your notice so I can show Republicans the real impact their actions are having on Sacramento families.

Share Your Story

Sacramento:(916) 498-5600 or DC:(202) 225-7163 or Email Me

matsui.house.gov

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Rep. Doris Matsui @dorismatsui.bsky.social · 9d

I’ve heard from small business owners in my district who made it clear what'll happen if these credits expire and premiums skyrocket.

In the face of the uncertainty & inflation caused by the Trump administration, they can’t afford another blow.

Cancel the cuts. Lower the cost. Save health care.

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Rep. Doris Matsui @dorismatsui.bsky.social · 11d

@housedemocrats.bsky.social demands are simple:

➡️Extend the enhanced premium tax credits.

➡️Protect Medicaid.

➡️Keep health care affordable and accessible for EVERY American family.

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Rep. Doris Matsui @dorismatsui.bsky.social · 11d

Sacramento is a tight-knit community. We stand together. We support each other. And we never back down when it comes to protecting our neighbors.

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Rep. Doris Matsui @dorismatsui.bsky.social · 11d

Thank you to Jessica Altman from Covered California, Rachel Rios from La Familia Counseling Center, Jessie Mabry from Opening Doors, Frank Louie from the Stockton Boulevard Partnership, and Matt Cervantes from Sierra Health Foundation, for joining me in the fight to save health care.

Doris stands with Jessica Altman from Covered California, Rachel Rios from La Familia Counseling Center, Jessie Mabry from Opening Doors, Frank Louie from the Stockton Boulevard Partnership, and Matt Cervantes from Sierra Health Foundation

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