Press Releases

Statement on the Passing of Former Rep. Nita Lowey from Rep. Zoe Lofgren

March 16, 2025

“Nita Lowey was a resolute leader and staunch public servant, and I am saddened at the news of her passing."

Statement on the Passing of Rep. Raúl Grijalva from Rep. Zoe Lofgren

March 13, 2025

“Our country has lost a tireless leader with the passing of Congressman Raúl Grijalva."

Bipartisan Members of Congress to UK Spy Court: UK Gag Orders for Surveillance Backdoors Threaten Americans’ Security and Privacy, Impede Congressional Oversight

March 13, 2025

Press Release

Members urge UK’s investigatory powers tribunal to lift secrecy around reported UK government order to weaken encryption and threaten the security and privacy of Americans’ information.

Issues:Government Surveillance

Rep. Lofgren Joins Rep. Panetta in Reintroducing Bipartisan Legislation to Improve Agriculture Disaster Assistance

March 12, 2025

Press Release

"As natural disasters increase in both scope and frequency, the federal government should reform and provide safeguards for local specialty crop producers."

Issues:Growing a Strong Economy

Entire CA Delegation Pushes Federal Disaster Funding for LA County Fires

March 7, 2025

Press Release

“We urge you to ensure Los Angeles County has the resources it needs to recover and rebuild in an upcoming disaster relief bill.”

Issues:EnvironmentGrowing a Strong Economy

CA Members of Congress Send Bipartisan, Bicameral Letter Urging FEMA to Extend Application Deadline for LA Fire Victims

March 6, 2025

Press Release

“We urge you to swiftly extend the application deadlines so that Southern Californians impacted by the fires can evaluate their losses with ample time and apply for relief.”

Issues:EnvironmentGrowing a Strong Economy

Salinas, CA Agricultural Scientist, Veteran to Join Rep. Lofgren for Joint Session of Congress

March 3, 2025

Press Release

"With my guest, I am calling attention to the mass firings of federal employees by Donald Trump and Elon Musk from science, agricultural, and research agencies that put Americans and our national economy in danger."

Issues:Growing a Strong EconomyInnovation and Technology

Padilla, Lofgren Ask DOJ to Investigate United Kingdom Notice to Apple Threatening U.S. Cybersecurity Interests

February 26, 2025

Press Release

"We respectfully request that the DOJ conduct a review of the U.K.’s compliance with the statutory requirements of the CLOUD Act and the terms of the Agreement."

Issues:Innovation and TechnologyCybersecurity

As Central Coast Communities Face Uncertainty, Reps Continue to Question Trump Admin About Freeze of Federal Funding Intended for Region

February 10, 2025

Press Release

"We reiterate our call for full transparency and disclosure from the Trump Administration about all programs and initiatives with congressionally-approved funding that have, could, or will be targeted."

Issues:Growing a Strong Economy

Rep. Lofgren Introduces Targeted Legislation to Combat Foreign Online Piracy That Preserves the Open Internet

January 29, 2025

Press Release

"The Foreign Anti-Digital Piracy Act is a smart, targeted approach that focuses on safety and intellectual property, while simultaneously upholding due process, respecting free speech, and ensuring enforcement is narrowly focused on the actual problem at hand."

Issues:Innovation and TechnologyCybersecurityFree Expression