John Garamendi, a member of the U.S. Congress representing California’s 8th district since 2009, has recently shared several updates on his official social media account, addressing issues ranging from voting rights to foreign policy and opportunities for congressional internships.
On May 13, Garamendi commented on recent judicial developments regarding election law, stating, “The Supreme Court’s decision to gut the Voting Rights Act threatens not only Black voters, but the very foundation of democracy itself. When courts roll back protections against racial discrimination in voting, they create opportunities for discriminatory maps, voter”.
A day later, on May 14, he offered insights into daily operations within his office by describing the experience of interns working alongside him. He wrote: “What’s it like to be a Press Intern for a day in my office? From chatting with constituents on the phone to staffing interviews that get under Pete Hegseth’s skin, every day is different as an intern on Capitol Hill. If you think you’d be a good fit to be an intern in my office https://t.co/p4HDeKsoJn”.
Later that same day, Garamendi addressed ongoing U.S. military involvement abroad and legislative efforts related to Iran: “For the third time, I voted to stop the war in Iran. And for the third time, Republicans stood in the way. I won’t stop pushing to end Trump’s war and the instability that’s sending gas prices soaring nationwide.”
Garamendi has served as a federal legislator since replacing Ellen Tauscher in 2009 and previously held positions in both chambers of California’s state legislature from 1974 through 1990. Born in Camp Blanding, Florida in 1945 and currently residing in Walnut Grove at age 78, he holds degrees from UC Berkeley (1966) and Harvard University (1970).
