News from the Campaign

Governor Newsom Endorses Tom Umberg

I’m proud to share that Governor Gavin Newsom has endorsed our campaign for the Board of Equalization and is placing his trust in me as a partner in California’s ongoing fight against Trump. From a woman’s right to access an abortion, to the integrity of our elections and democratic institutions, and our communities’ right to be safe from terror from

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LGBTQ Leaders Endorse Tom Umberg

La Habra, CA – Today, the Umberg for State Board of Equalization campaign announced endorsements from prominent LGBTQ leaders across California, reflecting growing statewide support for Umberg’s candidacy. The LGBTQ endorsements include: State Senator Scott Wiener (D – San Francisco) State Senator Steve Padilla (D – Chula Vista) Assemblymember Chris Ward (D – San Diego) State Senator Sabrina Cervantes (D

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My Statement on ICE Shooting in Minneapolis

Today, I released the following statement in the latest shooting by immigration enforcement officials in Minneapolis: “After yet another senseless shooting by immigration enforcement officers, Americans are beyond sick and tired of the Trump administration’s lawless overreach. Here in Orange County, we are seeing increased and aggressive ICE activity that is having a harmful, lasting impact on our families, businesses

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Fixing a Democracy Distorted by Big Money

For years, Democrats have recognized that big money has distorted our democracy – but too often accepted the idea that meaningful reform was out of reach. I didn’t accept that This past year, I authored the California Fair Elections Act, legislation that will appear on the upcoming November ballot and gives voters the power to repeal California’s outdated ban on public

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Why I Introduced the “No Kings” Legislation

Last week, I introduced what many have called the “No Kings” bill, to ensure that presidential candidates appearing on California’s ballot meet the clear eligibility requirements laid out in the U.S. Constitution. Donald Trump’s has repeatedly attacked California’s electoral process, eroded our democratic norms, and has openly flirted with running for a third term. The need for this legislation has

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San Diego Leaders Rally Behind Umberg for BOE

La Habra, CA – Today, the Umberg for State Board Equalization campaign announced endorsements from six state and federal leaders representing communities across San Diego. The San Diego endorsements include: Congressman Juan Vargas (D – San Diego) Congressman Mike Levin (D – Carlsbad) State Senator Akilah Weber-Pierson (D – La Mesa) State Senator Steve Padilla (D – Chula Vista) Assemblymember

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