Congresswoman Lateefah Simon
@replsimon.bsky.social
Proudly Representing California's 12th Congressional District.
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Rep Lateefah Simon in Minneapolis participating in a public hearing as part of the oversight responsibility of Congress.
I am in Minneapolis today to bear witness to the terror that Donald Trump has unleashed on our neighbors.
Democratic members of Congress are here for a field hearing to conduct oversight and hear directly from members of the community about their lived experiences and organizing efforts.
Democratic members of Congress are here for a field hearing to conduct oversight and hear directly from members of the community about their lived experiences and organizing efforts.
January 17, 2026 at 1:59 AM
Rep Lateefah Simon in Minneapolis participating in a public hearing as part of the oversight responsibility of Congress.
ICE is killing American citizens. Trump and DHS Secretary Kristi Noem have enabled a system of abuse of government power, militarism, and unchecked state violence where communities are treated as disposable.
January 25, 2026 at 1:45 AM
ICE is killing American citizens. Trump and DHS Secretary Kristi Noem have enabled a system of abuse of government power, militarism, and unchecked state violence where communities are treated as disposable.
Yesterday, I voted YES on another War Powers Resolution to stop President Trump's illegal actions in Venezuela.
All but 2 Republicans voted against the War Powers Resolution -- betraying their constitutional duties and refusing to hold the President accountable.
All but 2 Republicans voted against the War Powers Resolution -- betraying their constitutional duties and refusing to hold the President accountable.
January 24, 2026 at 2:16 AM
Yesterday, I voted YES on another War Powers Resolution to stop President Trump's illegal actions in Venezuela.
All but 2 Republicans voted against the War Powers Resolution -- betraying their constitutional duties and refusing to hold the President accountable.
All but 2 Republicans voted against the War Powers Resolution -- betraying their constitutional duties and refusing to hold the President accountable.
I voted NO on H.R. 7147, the FY 2026 Department of Homeland Security appropriations bill, which would continue to fund ICE & Customs and Border Protection at outrageous levels and further enable the Trump Administration’s racist enforcement actions against immigrant communities across this country.
January 23, 2026 at 6:21 PM
I voted NO on H.R. 7147, the FY 2026 Department of Homeland Security appropriations bill, which would continue to fund ICE & Customs and Border Protection at outrageous levels and further enable the Trump Administration’s racist enforcement actions against immigrant communities across this country.
Renee Good was killed in broad daylight by an ICE agent. The administration moved quickly to disparage her character, a tactic historically weaponized against Black victims of police violence.
Last week I cosponsored the Qualified Immunity Abolition Act of 2026.
Last week I cosponsored the Qualified Immunity Abolition Act of 2026.
January 22, 2026 at 7:54 PM
Renee Good was killed in broad daylight by an ICE agent. The administration moved quickly to disparage her character, a tactic historically weaponized against Black victims of police violence.
Last week I cosponsored the Qualified Immunity Abolition Act of 2026.
Last week I cosponsored the Qualified Immunity Abolition Act of 2026.
My bipartisan bill, the Main Street Parity Act, just passed UNANIMOUSLY in the House.
This is a commonsense fix that levels the playing field and gives businesses in "special purpose
buildings" the same access to capital as any other commercial property.
This is a commonsense fix that levels the playing field and gives businesses in "special purpose
buildings" the same access to capital as any other commercial property.
January 21, 2026 at 10:10 PM
My bipartisan bill, the Main Street Parity Act, just passed UNANIMOUSLY in the House.
This is a commonsense fix that levels the playing field and gives businesses in "special purpose
buildings" the same access to capital as any other commercial property.
This is a commonsense fix that levels the playing field and gives businesses in "special purpose
buildings" the same access to capital as any other commercial property.
I am heartened to hear that no one was critically hurt following a structure fire in downtown Oakland yesterday. Thank you to the Oakland Fire Dept. & Mayor Lee for their quick response.
Find more info on shelter, relocation resources, legal aid here: www.oaklandca.gov/News-Release....
Find more info on shelter, relocation resources, legal aid here: www.oaklandca.gov/News-Release....
Oakland Provides Updates on Broadway Fire
This page will be updated regularly
www.oaklandca.gov
January 21, 2026 at 1:38 AM
I am heartened to hear that no one was critically hurt following a structure fire in downtown Oakland yesterday. Thank you to the Oakland Fire Dept. & Mayor Lee for their quick response.
Find more info on shelter, relocation resources, legal aid here: www.oaklandca.gov/News-Release....
Find more info on shelter, relocation resources, legal aid here: www.oaklandca.gov/News-Release....
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Continued @mayoradenaishii.bsky.social #Berkeley MLK Day of Service at Dorothy Day House, where our #district4 team joined the Mayor’s Office, Office of @replsimon.bsky.social, and neighbors to prep meals for the unhoused community. It was such an inspiring way to honor Dr. King’s legacy. #MLKDay
January 20, 2026 at 5:11 AM
Continued @mayoradenaishii.bsky.social #Berkeley MLK Day of Service at Dorothy Day House, where our #district4 team joined the Mayor’s Office, Office of @replsimon.bsky.social, and neighbors to prep meals for the unhoused community. It was such an inspiring way to honor Dr. King’s legacy. #MLKDay
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CAPAC Chair @meng.house.gov, Chair Emerita @chu.house.gov, and CAPAC member @liccardo.house.gov mark three years since the Monterey Park and Half Moon Bay shootings:
January 20, 2026 at 5:12 PM
CAPAC Chair @meng.house.gov, Chair Emerita @chu.house.gov, and CAPAC member @liccardo.house.gov mark three years since the Monterey Park and Half Moon Bay shootings:
This week, I joined my colleagues to introduce articles of impeachment against Kristi Noem.
She has ALWAYS been unfit to hold the position of Secretary of DHS and it is long past time she was held accountable for her betrayal of the Constitution and the American people.
She has ALWAYS been unfit to hold the position of Secretary of DHS and it is long past time she was held accountable for her betrayal of the Constitution and the American people.
January 17, 2026 at 10:00 PM
This week, I joined my colleagues to introduce articles of impeachment against Kristi Noem.
She has ALWAYS been unfit to hold the position of Secretary of DHS and it is long past time she was held accountable for her betrayal of the Constitution and the American people.
She has ALWAYS been unfit to hold the position of Secretary of DHS and it is long past time she was held accountable for her betrayal of the Constitution and the American people.
Thank you to @mayorjacobfrey.bsky.social, @mayorher.bsky.social, @ag.state.mn.us, Somali leaders, local immigration leaders, and community members for sharing your stories and your experiences today.
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January 17, 2026 at 1:58 AM
Thank you to @mayorjacobfrey.bsky.social, @mayorher.bsky.social, @ag.state.mn.us, Somali leaders, local immigration leaders, and community members for sharing your stories and your experiences today.
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ICE is violently and unduly targeting Somali and other Black, brown, and immigrant communities in Minnesota and across the nation. This behavior is not new and has existed in many forms throughout American history. But like before, we will not let this violence and terror go unchecked.
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January 16, 2026 at 11:56 PM
ICE is violently and unduly targeting Somali and other Black, brown, and immigrant communities in Minnesota and across the nation. This behavior is not new and has existed in many forms throughout American history. But like before, we will not let this violence and terror go unchecked.
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Bay Area House Democrats claim victory as White House reverses $1.9 billion cut in health funding trib.al/aB0llOx
Bay Area House Democrats claim victory as White House reverses $1.9 billion cut in health funding
When the Trump administration announced $1.9 billion in mental health and social service cuts on late Tuesday night — sending out termination notices to some 2,000 organizations — more …
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January 16, 2026 at 12:32 AM
Bay Area House Democrats claim victory as White House reverses $1.9 billion cut in health funding trib.al/aB0llOx
I am in Minneapolis today to bear witness to the terror that Donald Trump has unleashed on our neighbors.
Democratic members of Congress are here for a field hearing to conduct oversight and hear directly from members of the community about their lived experiences and organizing efforts.
Democratic members of Congress are here for a field hearing to conduct oversight and hear directly from members of the community about their lived experiences and organizing efforts.
January 16, 2026 at 4:58 PM
I am in Minneapolis today to bear witness to the terror that Donald Trump has unleashed on our neighbors.
Democratic members of Congress are here for a field hearing to conduct oversight and hear directly from members of the community about their lived experiences and organizing efforts.
Democratic members of Congress are here for a field hearing to conduct oversight and hear directly from members of the community about their lived experiences and organizing efforts.
Yesterday, the Trump administration abruptly terminated $2 billion in federal funding for over 2,000 addiction & mental health programs nationwide.
I immediately contacted Sec. Kennedy, along with a number of my colleagues, demanding that the administration reverse course & reinstate these funds…
I immediately contacted Sec. Kennedy, along with a number of my colleagues, demanding that the administration reverse course & reinstate these funds…
H.H.S. Reverses Decision to Cut $2 Billion for Mental Health and Addiction Services
www.nytimes.com
January 16, 2026 at 1:59 AM
Yesterday, the Trump administration abruptly terminated $2 billion in federal funding for over 2,000 addiction & mental health programs nationwide.
I immediately contacted Sec. Kennedy, along with a number of my colleagues, demanding that the administration reverse course & reinstate these funds…
I immediately contacted Sec. Kennedy, along with a number of my colleagues, demanding that the administration reverse course & reinstate these funds…
Last night, I voted against H.R. 7006, the Financial Services and General Government and National Security, Department of State and Related Agencies minibus appropriations bill. Read my full statement below.
January 15, 2026 at 9:29 PM
Last night, I voted against H.R. 7006, the Financial Services and General Government and National Security, Department of State and Related Agencies minibus appropriations bill. Read my full statement below.
Secretary Noem must resign or be removed from office. I support congressional action, including the impeachment of DHS Secretary Kristi Noem, to ensure accountability and justice.
January 15, 2026 at 5:11 PM
Secretary Noem must resign or be removed from office. I support congressional action, including the impeachment of DHS Secretary Kristi Noem, to ensure accountability and justice.
The people of Iran are bravely fighting for freedom, self-determination, and the right to exist without terror and brutality. The Iranian people deserve to determine their own future.
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January 15, 2026 at 3:08 PM
The people of Iran are bravely fighting for freedom, self-determination, and the right to exist without terror and brutality. The Iranian people deserve to determine their own future.
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"It's an institution that is too far gone, and I think when we get back the presidency, we have a lot of atoning to do."
@replsimon.bsky.social tells @deanobeidallah.bsky.social on ICE.
@replsimon.bsky.social tells @deanobeidallah.bsky.social on ICE.
January 14, 2026 at 3:55 PM
"It's an institution that is too far gone, and I think when we get back the presidency, we have a lot of atoning to do."
@replsimon.bsky.social tells @deanobeidallah.bsky.social on ICE.
@replsimon.bsky.social tells @deanobeidallah.bsky.social on ICE.
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Today, CEC Chair @repmarktakano.bsky.social spoke outside the Supreme Court as the Justices heard two cases with major ramifications for the rights of trans people.
He concluded with a simple message for the young trans people being targeted by politicians:
"You matter. You are not alone."
He concluded with a simple message for the young trans people being targeted by politicians:
"You matter. You are not alone."
January 13, 2026 at 9:04 PM
Today, CEC Chair @repmarktakano.bsky.social spoke outside the Supreme Court as the Justices heard two cases with major ramifications for the rights of trans people.
He concluded with a simple message for the young trans people being targeted by politicians:
"You matter. You are not alone."
He concluded with a simple message for the young trans people being targeted by politicians:
"You matter. You are not alone."
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Since the first Korean immigrants arrived in the U.S. in 1903, Korean Americans have made immeasurable contributions to our nation — from business to technology to sports, the arts, food, medicine, and public service.
Happy Korean American Day! 미주 한인의 날을 축하합니다!
Happy Korean American Day! 미주 한인의 날을 축하합니다!
January 13, 2026 at 2:19 PM
Since the first Korean immigrants arrived in the U.S. in 1903, Korean Americans have made immeasurable contributions to our nation — from business to technology to sports, the arts, food, medicine, and public service.
Happy Korean American Day! 미주 한인의 날을 축하합니다!
Happy Korean American Day! 미주 한인의 날을 축하합니다!
The Trump Administration is betraying the American people, provoking foreign wars while people starve and sleep on our streets.
Make no mistake - this is a confession of values.
Make no mistake - this is a confession of values.
January 13, 2026 at 9:32 PM
The Trump Administration is betraying the American people, provoking foreign wars while people starve and sleep on our streets.
Make no mistake - this is a confession of values.
Make no mistake - this is a confession of values.
Before politics, I spent decades working with young people. It’s how I got to know Coach Beam. His life's work was not to save Oakland’s children, it was to remind them that they were never lost.
To Cindi, Monica and Sonjha: thank you for sharing him with us.
Rest easy, Faithful Servant.
To Cindi, Monica and Sonjha: thank you for sharing him with us.
Rest easy, Faithful Servant.
January 12, 2026 at 8:59 PM
Before politics, I spent decades working with young people. It’s how I got to know Coach Beam. His life's work was not to save Oakland’s children, it was to remind them that they were never lost.
To Cindi, Monica and Sonjha: thank you for sharing him with us.
Rest easy, Faithful Servant.
To Cindi, Monica and Sonjha: thank you for sharing him with us.
Rest easy, Faithful Servant.
When Trump lashes out, California fights back.
Late last week @agrobbonta.oag.ca.gov filed a lawsuit to block the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services from withholding funds already appropriated by Congress that would benefit our babies, elders, and working families… (1/2)
Late last week @agrobbonta.oag.ca.gov filed a lawsuit to block the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services from withholding funds already appropriated by Congress that would benefit our babies, elders, and working families… (1/2)
Judge halts Trump freeze on child care funding after suit by Bonta, 4 states
“This is Trump with no basis, with no facts,” Attorney General Rob Bonta said in announcing the lawsuit Thursday night.
amp.sacbee.com
January 12, 2026 at 6:02 PM
When Trump lashes out, California fights back.
Late last week @agrobbonta.oag.ca.gov filed a lawsuit to block the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services from withholding funds already appropriated by Congress that would benefit our babies, elders, and working families… (1/2)
Late last week @agrobbonta.oag.ca.gov filed a lawsuit to block the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services from withholding funds already appropriated by Congress that would benefit our babies, elders, and working families… (1/2)
This administration gutted SNAP, Medicaid and ACA tax credits-and now they're attacking child care.
Parents will lose the care they need to be able to go to work. This administration demonizes the poor, then weaponizes resources they rely on in Democratic led states.
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/06/u...
Parents will lose the care they need to be able to go to work. This administration demonizes the poor, then weaponizes resources they rely on in Democratic led states.
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/06/u...
Health Dept. Freezes $10 Billion in Funding to 5 Democratic States
www.nytimes.com
January 11, 2026 at 11:11 PM
This administration gutted SNAP, Medicaid and ACA tax credits-and now they're attacking child care.
Parents will lose the care they need to be able to go to work. This administration demonizes the poor, then weaponizes resources they rely on in Democratic led states.
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/06/u...
Parents will lose the care they need to be able to go to work. This administration demonizes the poor, then weaponizes resources they rely on in Democratic led states.
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/06/u...