Rep. Jimmy Gomez, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing California’s 34th district, has voiced his concerns on several key issues through a series of tweets dated May 9, 2025. These tweets address significant political and economic matters that are currently being debated in the United States.
In a tweet posted at 15:56 UTC, Rep. Gomez criticized Republican efforts to pass tax breaks for billionaires while reducing support for working families. He stated, “BREAKING: Republicans are holding hearings to pass trillions in tax breaks for billionaires—while slashing programs that help working families.” Gomez argued that these actions are not about fiscal responsibility but rather about protecting the ultra-wealthy.
Later, at 17:40 UTC, Gomez addressed former President Trump’s proposal regarding rental aid and housing vouchers. He tweeted, “Trump is now calling for 40% cuts to rental aid and the end of housing voucher programs—this won’t make America more affordable, it’ll just make our housing crisis worse and hurt millions of families.” This statement highlights his concern over potential exacerbation of the housing crisis.
In another tweet from 23:33 UTC, Gomez discussed tariffs imposed by Trump which he claims are adversely affecting working families by increasing prices on essential goods. He noted, “Trump’s 145% tariffs are crushing working families—raising prices on clothes, strollers, car seats, and more.” Gomez contrasted Trump’s actions with his own oversight activities at the Port of Los Angeles.
Gomez has been a member of Congress since replacing Xavier Becerra in 2017 and previously served in the California State Assembly from 2012 to 2017. Born in Orange County in 1974 and currently residing in Los Angeles, he holds a BA from UCLA.
