WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Jimmy Gomez (D – Los Angeles) issued the following statement after attending the Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony honoring of Filipino-American Veterans of World War II: “Today, our nation honors Filipino-American veterans with the Congressional Gold Medal for their bravery during World War II. These loyal and dedicated men who fought and risked their lives are finally being given the recognition they deserve. As the Congressmember for Historic Filipinotown in Los...
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today on the House floor, Rep. Jimmy Gomez (D – Los Angeles) challenged Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee (D – Houston) to a friendly wager ahead of the World Series. Under the terms of the challenge, the Member of Congress whose team loses will deliver a congratulatory statement on the floor of the House while wearing the winning team's colors. They will also bring an iconic product from their district to share. A lifelong Dodgers fan and the representative of California’s 34th Congres...
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Los Angeles, CA - Last night, in Chicago, Illinois, the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the defending champion Chicago Cubs 11-1 and clinched their first trip to the World Series in 29 years. Congressman Jimmy Gomez (D – Los Angeles) released the following statement on the Dodgers’ crushing victory: “As the proud representative of California’s 34th Congressional District – home of the Los Angeles Dodgers – I am thrilled to congratulate our Boys in Blue on their historic return to the World Series. This...
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Jimmy Gomez (D – Los Angeles) issued the following statement marking Diwali, the festival of lights. “Diwali is time to celebrate the triumph of light over darkness and seek out goodness over evil. As families and friends come together and reflect on their search for peace and compassion, we can all commemorate the beauty of having a diversity of faiths and religions in the world. As an executive member of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus, I wish all...
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