Congresswoman Luz Rivas Statement on Senator Alex Padilla

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Luz Rivas (CA-29) released the following statement following Senator Alex Padilla being assaulted and handcuffed at Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem’s press conference:

“The violence and actions taken against my friend, Senator Alex Padilla, is appalling and horrifying.

“The Trump Administration and DHS continues to operate with intimidation and instill fear in our communities whether you are a U.S. Senator, a U.S. citizen, or an immigrant. Everyone should be outraged at how this Administration is treating anyone who dares to stand in their way.

“Senator Padilla was doing his job and demanding answers from an Administration that has failed to answer any questions about its treatment of our most vulnerable.

“Throughout his career, Senator Padilla has been a champion for all Californians. As a son of Mexican immigrants, he knows the struggles and the fear that many families are facing today. 

“Americans watched in horror as this Administration quickly resorted to violent actions to silence Senator Padilla, erase our democracy, and rewrite our nation’s values.”

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