Rep. Gomez Announces Release of Constituent and Journalist Emily Wilder, Detained by Israel Aboard Gaza Aid Flotilla

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Jimmy Gomez (CA-34) today announced that his constituent, journalist Emily Wilder, is safe and has been released from custody, and is on her way home. Wilder, a Los Angeles-based freelance journalist for Jewish Currents, had been detained by Israeli authorities after reporting aboard The Conscience, part of a flotilla attempting to deliver aid to…

Gomez Statement on Israel-Hamas Ceasefire and Gaza Peace Plan Preliminary Agreement

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Jimmy Gomez (CA-34) released the following statement following the announcement of a preliminary agreement between Israel and Hamas to implement the first stage of a peace plan in Gaza, including an imminent ceasefire, the return of hostages by Hamas, and swift delivery of humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza:  “I am deeply relieved by this…

Gomez Demands Immediate Action to Protect and Free Detained Constituent, Journalist Emily Wilder

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Jimmy Gomez (CA-34) is calling on the State Department and the Trump administration to take immediate action to protect and secure the release of his constituent, Emily Wilder, a Los Angeles-based journalist detained by Israeli authorities after reporting aboard a humanitarian flotilla bound for Gaza. “I write to urgently follow up on my previous letter,…

Congressman Gomez Marks Two-Year Anniversary of October 7th Attacks

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Jimmy Gomez (CA-34) today issued the following statement on the two-year anniversary of the October 7th attacks:  “Today, we remember the innocent lives lost two years ago on October 7th and the pain that sill endures for so many,” said Rep. Jimmy Gomez. “The violence must end, and every hostage must be brought home.  The Congressman…

Rep. Jimmy Gomez Brings Passport Services Directly to Koreatown Families

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LOS ANGELES, CA — Congressman Jimmy Gomez (CA-34) today hosted a community Passport Fair in Los Angeles's Koreatown, providing on-site passport application and renewal assistance to residents who need reliable access to federal services close to home. The event helped serve over 200 residents,…

Rep. Gomez Urges State Department to Secure Release of U.S. Citizens Detained in Gaza Flotilla

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Jimmy Gomez (CA-34) is calling on Secretary of State Marco Rubio to take immediate action over the detention of crew and passengers aboard the Global Sumud Flotilla attempting to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza.  In the letter, Gomez instructed the State Department to “use the full diplomatic resources of the United States to secure the swift…

Rep. Jimmy Gomez Slams Republicans on Shutting Down the Government

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. Jimmy Gomez (CA-34) issued the following statement after Republicans forced a government shutdown: "This shutdown didn’t have to happen. Democrats came to the table ready to keep the government open and protect critical programs families depend on, but Republicans are no where to be found. Instead of working with us, they have chosen to cut the healthcare…