Press Releases
Torres Joins DeLauro and Clyburn in Sending a Letter to HUD Secretary to Prevent 170,000 People from Losing Homes in Dead of Winter
WASHINGTON - Today, Congresswoman Norma torres joined House Appropriations Committee Ranking Member Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) and Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Subcommittee Ranking Member James Clyburn in sending a letter to Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Scott Turner, requesting the Department work with Congress to prevent 170,000 people from losing their homes in the dead of winter. On top of the more than 770,000 people … Continue Reading
November 21, 2025
Congresswoman Torres Condemns Trump Administration for Slashing Funding for Addressing Student Hunger, Homelessness & Basic Needs
Washington D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Norma Torres, a member of the House Appropriations Committee that oversees government funding, condemned the Trump Administration’s decision to cruelly eliminate the FY25 Basic Needs Grants, a program she secured funding for to help students afford food, housing, transportation, and other essentials needed to stay in school. “Cutting Basic Needs Grants is a direct hit to students who are already stretched to the breaking point,” said Congresswoman … Continue Reading
November 20, 2025
Subcommittee on Modernization and Innovation Requests Funding for FlagTrack 2.0 Program
WASHINGTON D.C - Today, Ranking Member Norma Torres (CA-35) and Subcommittee on Modernization and Innovation Chairwoman Stephanie Bice (OK-05) announced a new modernization project the Subcommittee has recommended for Modernization Initiatives Account (MIA) funding. The Subcommittee has requested MIA funding to support the development and implementation of FlagTrack 2.0, enhancing the portal that streamlines the process of ordering and tracking flags for constituents. The system connects all … Continue Reading
November 20, 2025
Congresswoman Torres Denounces Trump’s Call for violence Against Democrats “hang them”
Washington D.C. - Congresswoman Norma Torres issued the following statement after President Trump called for Democratic lawmakers to be arrested, tried for “sedition,” and subjected to penalties “punishable by death”: “The President of the United States is calling for Members of Congress to be executed. Those are words no President should ever speak and they represent a direct threat to our democracy. It is disgusting and unacceptable. “This is about more than a social media post. This is a … Continue Reading
November 20, 2025
Congresswoman Torres Introduces Repairing Social Security After Trump and DOGE Act
Washington D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Norma Torres announced the introduction of the Repairing Social Security After Trump and DOGE Act, a new bill to restore benefits and justice for Americans who were robbed of their Social Security by the Trump Administration’s chaos and cruelty. “Social Security is a promise we make to every worker that after a lifetime of hard work, you can retire with dignity,” said Congresswoman Torres. “But President Trump and his so-called Department of Government … Continue Reading
November 06, 2025
Congresswoman Torres Statement on Nancy Pelosi’s Announcement of Retirement
Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Norma Torres released the following statement after Nancy Pelosi announced she will not seek reelection to the U.S. House of Representatives: “Nancy Pelosi’s leadership transformed the course of our nation’s history. As the first woman to serve as Speaker of the House, she broke barriers, advanced progress, and proved that principled, courageous leadership can move mountains. “For nearly four decades, Speaker Pelosi has been a steadfast voice for working … Continue Reading
November 05, 2025
Congresswoman Norma Torres Demands Accountability After ICE Shoots U.S. Citizen in Ontario
Ontario, CA — Today, Congresswoman Norma Torres (CA-35) sent a letter to Acting Director of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Todd Lyons and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Kash Patel demanding full transparency and accountability following reports that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) shot U.S. citizen Carlos Jimenez on October 30, 2025, in Ontario. Jimenez, a local food bank worker and father of three, was reportedly shot from behind while … Continue Reading
October 30, 2025
Congresswoman Norma Torres Responds to DHS-Involved Shooting in Ontario
Congresswoman Norma Torres Responds to DHS-Involved Shooting in Ontario Ontario, CA — Congresswoman Norma Torres, whose district includes the site of this morning’s officer-involved shooting in the 2800 block of South Vineyard Avenue, issued the following statement: "My team and I are closely monitoring reports of a DHS-involved shooting this morning in the 2800 block of South Vineyard Avenue in Ontario. ICE has refused to provide my office with official information despite multiple … Continue Reading
October 21, 2025
Congresswoman Norma Torres Leads Lawmakers in Demanding Ontario Airport Remove Illegal, Partisan DHS Video
ONTARIO, CA — Today, Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) led a coalition of regional Members of Congress in sending a letter to Ontario International Airport (ONT) Board President Alan Wapner and CEO Atif Elkadi, demanding the immediate removal of a partisan video featuring Department of Homeland Security Kristi Noem from all TSA checkpoints. The letter denounces the video as a flagrant violation of federal law and a misleading piece of political propaganda by the Trump Administration. … Continue Reading
October 13, 2025
Reps. Torres, Cole, Davids, and Sen. Heinrich Lead Bipartisan Resolution Recognizing Indigenous Peoples’ Day
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Representatives Norma Torres (CA-35), Tom Cole (OK-04), and Sharice Davids (KS-03), along with Senator Martin Heinrich (NM), introduced a bipartisan and bicameral resolution to recognize the second Monday in October as Indigenous Peoples’ Day, celebrating the rich histories, unique cultures, and lasting contributions of Indigenous Peoples across the United States. Indigenous Peoples' Day is currently celebrated on the second Monday of October in over 200 … Continue Reading
October 03, 2025
Torres and Fleischmann Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Recognizing Manufacturing Day
Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Representatives Norma J. Torres (CA-35) and Chuck Fleischmann (TN-03) introduced a bipartisan resolution celebrating the first Friday of October as “Manufacturing Day.” The resolution recognizes the vital role that American manufacturing plays in driving innovation, strengthening the economy, and creating family-sustaining jobs across the nation. “Manufacturing has always been a cornerstone of opportunity for working families in the Inland Empire and across the … Continue Reading
October 01, 2025
Congresswoman Norma Torres Statement on Republican Government Shutdown
Washington D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Norma Torres released the following statement on the federal government shutdown caused by President Trump and Congressional Republicans’ refusal to protect healthcare for hard working families: “Today marks the first day of the government shutdown. President Trump and Congressional Republicans canceled the workweek ahead of a looming crisis to protect tax cuts for billionaires, while families in the Inland Empire struggle to afford doctor visits, … Continue Reading
September 28, 2025
Congresswoman Norma Torres Joined House Democracy Partnership Congressional Delegation to Guatemala
Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35), the first Guatemalan-born Member of the U.S. Congress joined a bipartisan congressional delegation (CODEL) to Guatemala this week as part of the House Democracy Partnership (HDP). The delegation’s visit advanced HDP’s mission of strengthening democratic institutions and building enduring ties between the U.S. Congress and peer legislatures abroad. Members met with the Congress of the Republic of Guatemala, as well as key executive … Continue Reading
September 25, 2025
Congresswoman Norma Torres Returns to Guatemala with Congressional Delegation to Strengthen Partnerships
Guatemala - Today, Congresswoman Norma J. Torres released the following statement: "I am honored to return to Guatemala as part of a Congressional Delegation to strengthen the longstanding partnership between our nations. Throughout my career, I have worked to ensure that the United States remains a constructive partner in advancing shared priorities with Guatemala, including promoting democratic governance, combating corruption, expanding economic opportunity, and protecting human … Continue Reading
September 16, 2025
Subcommittee on Modernization & Innovation Announces House Gallery Closed Captioning Pilot Program
WASHINGTON - Today, Ranking Member Norma Torres (CA-35) and Committee on House Administration Subcommittee on Modernization & Innovation Chairwoman Stephanie Bice (OK-05) announced a new pilot program to provide closed captioning service in the House Gallery. The program, which was recommended by the Subcommittee, allows closed caption access for up to eight visitors. “I look forward to the House Gallery becoming more accessible for Americans and visitors,” said Subcommittee Ranking … Continue Reading
September 10, 2025
Congresswoman Torres Fights to Protect Early Childhood Education and Federal Disaster Aid for California Families in FY26 LHHS Bill
Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Norma Torres introduced two amendments during the Fiscal Year 2026 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies (LHHS) Appropriations markup, that would protect and expand critical investments in early childhood education and child care that directly impact California families. The underlying FY26 LHHS bill pushed by Republicans defunds K-12 schools and lifesaving health research and will hurt Inland Empire families. The bill also … Continue Reading
September 09, 2025
Congresswoman Torres Fights to Stop Politicization of the Military and Protect National Security in FY26 National Defense Authorization Act
Washington, D.C. -Today, Congresswoman Norma Torres continued her fight to hold the Trump Administration accountable by demanding oversight of the dangerous misuse of the military encouraged in the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Despite being one of the most sweeping bills Congress considers each year, the NDAA has become riddled with partisan provisions and political stunts that undermine true national security. During NDAA, Rep. Torres highlighted two critical … Continue Reading
September 04, 2025
Congresswoman Torres Condemns Republicans for Allowing Jan. 6 Insurrectionists to Hold Taxpayer-Funded Government Jobs at FY26 FSGG Markup
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Norma J. Torres introduced two key amendments during the House Appropriations Committee’s markup of the Fiscal Year 2026 Financial Services and General Government (FSGG) funding bill. Despite their direct focus on public safety and government accountability, House Republicans rejected both amendments. “Republicans had the chance to stand on the side of justice and public safety today - and they failed,” said Congresswoman Norma Torres. “Blocking my … Continue Reading
September 03, 2025
Congresswoman Torres Condemns Republicans for Allowing Jan. 6 Insurrectionists to Hold Taxpayer-Funded Government Jobs at FY26 FSGG Markup
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Norma J. Torres introduced two key amendments during the House Appropriations Committee’s markup of the Fiscal Year 2026 Financial Services and General Government (FSGG) funding bill. Despite their direct focus on public safety and government accountability, House Republicans rejected both amendments. “Republicans had the chance to stand on the side of justice and public safety today - and they failed,” said Congresswoman Norma Torres. “Blocking my … Continue Reading
September 03, 2025
Congresswoman Torres Condemns Republicans for Allowing Jan. 6 Insurrectionists to Hold Taxpayer-Funded Government Jobs at FY26 FSGG Markup
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Norma J. Torres introduced two key amendments during the House Appropriations Committee’s markup of the Fiscal Year 2026 Financial Services and General Government (FSGG) funding bill. Despite their direct focus on public safety and government accountability, House Republicans rejected both amendments. “Republicans had the chance to stand on the side of justice and public safety today - and they failed,” said Congresswoman Norma Torres. “Blocking my … Continue Reading