Defending Democracy

Congressman Garcia believes that one of the biggest threats facing the Unites States today comes from efforts to undermine our democratic process by restricting access to the ballot and attacking the legitimacy of the electoral process. Congressman Garcia knows that we need leaders who will work to defend our civil rights, and this starts with making voting accessible to every American regardless of their background. 

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Congressman Robert Garcia’s Statement on GOP Dysfunction
October 17, 2023
Press Release
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Robert Garcia (CA-42) released the following statement after House Republicans failed to elect a new House Speaker:
Issues: Defending Democracy
Congressman Robert Garcia Statement on New York Republican Members Call to Expel George Santos
October 11, 2023
Press Release
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Robert Garcia (CA-42) released the following statement after New York Republican Members called to expel George Santos:
Issues: Defending Democracy
Congressman Robert Garcia Statement on Democrats Averting Government Shutdown and Delivering for the American People
September 30, 2023
Press Release
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Robert Garcia (CA-42) released the following statement after Democrats averted a government shutdown:
Issues: Defending Democracy Strengthening our Safety Net for Vulnerable Americans Supporting Unions and Working People
Congressman Robert Garcia Calls Out House Republicans for Sham Impeachment Hearing Just 48h Before Government Shutdown
September 28, 2023
Press Release
Washington D.C.- Today, Congressman Robert Garcia (CA-42) spoke at an Oversight Committee hearing to address the baseless impeachment inquiry against President Biden. The inquiry has been launched just 2 days before a Republican government shutdown is expected to occur.
Issues: Defending Democracy
Congressman Garcia speaks with Ana Cabrera
September 28, 2023
In The News
MSNBC - Congressman Garcia speaks with Ana Cabrera

A government shutdown is just 3 days away and the House remains completely at odds. Democratic Congressman Robert Garcia of California joins Ana Cabrera to break down where negotiations stand as Speaker Kevin McCarthy’s looks to deflect blame onto President Biden.

Issues: Defending Democracy Strengthening our Safety Net for Vulnerable Americans
Biden Allies, But Not the White House, Cite Kushner in Discrediting Impeachment Push
September 14, 2023
In The News
TIME - Biden Allies, But Not the White House, Cite Kushner in Discrediting Impe…
“Some colleagues from across the aisle have explicitly said that the Kushner family has engaged in business dealings that may have crossed the ethical line, and I agree, yet they refuse to act,” Rep. Robert Garcia, a California Democrat and member of the Oversight Committee, said on the House floor Tuesday. “Is this the same party that’s obsessed with President Biden’s family?”
Issues: Defending Democracy
Rep. Garcia: Why Did Saudi Government Give Kushner $2 Billion?
September 13, 2023
In The News
Meidas Touch - Robert Garcia calls for an investigation into Jarred Kushner on …

Shortly after Speaker McCarthy announced that he was directing House committees to open an impeachment inquiry into President Biden, Rep. Robert Garcia called for an investigation into Jared Kushner to determine the circumstances behind a $2 billion investment secured by Kushner from the Saudi Government just months after leaving the Trump White House.

Issues: Defending Democracy
House Oversight Democrats prepare Biden defense amid impeachment threats
September 12, 2023
In The News
NBC - House Oversight Democrats prepare Biden defense amid impeachment threats
“They’re grasping at straws,” Rep. Robert Garcia, D-Calif., said at the private meeting, according to the source. “[Let’s keep] the offensive, being tough, pushing back on every lie, you know ... making sure that folks know that — that basically, this is all political. It’s all about Donald Trump.”
Issues: Defending Democracy
Congressman Robert Garcia Leads Call for Update on Investigation into Domestic Terrorism Threat Within the Department of Homeland Security
July 17, 2023
Press Release
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Robert Garcia (CA-42) and Congressman Dan Goldman (NY-10) along with Senator Ed Markey (D-MA) today led 63 fellow members of Congress in sending a letter to Secretary Mayorkas of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in requesting an update on actions the Department has taken to address the threat of domestic violent extremism within the DHS.
Issues: Defending Democracy
Rep. Robert Garcia speaks about Rep. Adam Schiff's censure
June 23, 2023
In The News
MSNBC - Rep. Robert Garcia speaks about Rep. Adam Schiff's censure

Congressman Robert Garcia joined MSNBC's "The Last Word" with Lawrence O’Donnell to talk about House Republicans censuring Congressman Adam Schiff and continued to call for the expulsion of Rep. George Santos.

To watch the full segment, click here.

Issues: Defending Democracy