Press Releases

Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Gil Cisneros released the following statement:

“First, they deployed the National Guard to escalate tensions, bypassing Governor Newsom's constitutional authority. Now, they’re bringing in Marines to intimidate our people.

Local and state law enforcement did not ask for assistance. Donald Trump is escalating the situation and making it more dangerous for everyone.

Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Gilbert R. Cisneros, Jr. (CA-31) attempted to conduct Congressional oversight at Adelanto ICE Processing Center. Rep. Cisneros, along with Rep. Judy Chu (CA-28), Rep. Derek Tran (CA-45) and members of the CHIRLA and ACLU were denied entry and prevented from exercising their duty. 

Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Gil Cisneros released the following statement:

“I’m deeply disturbed by the ICE raids unfolding across Los Angeles and the arrest of SEIU-USWW President David Huerta.

David is not only a courageous leader but also a trusted friend. He was exercising his constitutional right to protest when he was harassed, tased, injured, and unjustly arrested. This is nothing short of a targeted act of intimidation meant to silence communities of color.

Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Gilbert R. Cisneros, Jr. (CA-31) questioned Small Business Administrator (SBA) Kelly Loeffler on the SBA’s decision to relocate offices in large metropolitan areas including Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Denver, New York City, and Seattle.

Washington, DC – In May, Congressman Gilbert R. Cisneros, Jr. (CA-31) and Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) launched the Military Mental Health Caucus.The bipartisan caucus will support service members and their families with issues related to mental health, including mental health support, awareness, and education. 

Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Gilbert R. Cisneros, Jr. (CA-31) released the following statement and voted no on House Republicans’ “One Big Billionaire Bailout” Bill: