DeSaulnier Digest
As we wrap up another packed week here in the East Bay, I am grateful for all the constituents who I connected with this week, and I am looking forward to community events our office is planning in the coming weeks and throughout the summer.
We are rapidly approaching our next opportunity to connect in-person and discuss the issues most important to our community. Join us next Tuesday, May 5th at 6:30 p.m. for a town hall in Lafayette for an update on my work in Congress and to make your voice heard. I look forward to seeing you and taking your questions!
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Like many in our community, I was shocked and horrified to learn of the allegations of abuse against former Bay Area Congressman Eric Swalwell. Serving our communities in Congress is a privilege and sacred duty to the public, and the alleged actions of Mr. Swalwell and others makes them unfit to serve in this sacred office.
Like many of you, I was horrified by President Trump's threats of war crimes last week, and I swiftly called for his removal and reiterated my support for impeachment efforts. While I was relieved that Trump did not carry out these threats, I continue to believe he is unfit to hold our country's highest office.
My number one priority in Congress is and has always been to make life better for the people I represent. It's why I am so excited to share that I submitted 20 projects totaling over $46.7 million to benefit CA-10 for consideration as part of the annual appropriations process. These projects will invest in safety and easing congestion for drivers, bikers, and pedestrians, bolster emergency preparedness across the region, address housing needs, and strengthen crime prevention.
It's not too late to sign up for our virtual town hall on Wednesday at 4:00 p.m.! I will be discussing the Trump Administration's dangerous immigration policies, the important role immigrants play in California's economy, and more with expert special guests from Stand Together Contra Costa and the UC Berkeley Labor Center.
Like many of you, I have been appalled by the violence and terror unleashed in our cities at the hands of ICE and deeply concerned by the Trump Administration's anti-immigrant policies. I have called for the abolition of ICE, worked to defend immigrants here in CA-10, and been in frequent communication with the immigrant-serving organizations in our community.
In just the first three months of 2026, our team has been busy hosting events and connecting with members of our community. As we wrap up the first quarter of the year, I am proud that we have already hosted 4 town halls and attended 60 events around the East Bay, despite a busy legislative calendar that kept me largely on Captiol Hill. Looking ahead to the next months, we have more on the docket!
Last week on Capitol Hill, I joined my fellow Democrats in voting for a War Powers Resolution, which would put a stop to Trump's illegal war in Iran. The President has offered no coherent strategy, goals, or endgame for this war, which has already claimed the lives of seven American servicemembers. I have heard consistent and resounding opposition to this war from members of our community and it is clear Americans do not want another regime-change war in the Middle East.
Happy Women's History Month!
One way to celebrate this month is by joining our upcoming Town Hall on Advancing Women's Equality on Thursday, March 12th in Orinda. From 6:30 - 7:30 p.m., I will be joined by special guests from First 5 Contra Costa and the League of Women Voters to discuss a host of issues, including protecting women's civil liberties and improving quality of life. As always, we look forward to taking your questions.