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Rep. Kevin Mullin @kevinmullin.house.gov · 12h

From Day 1, Trump has been trying to take away essential public services & fire hardworking federal employees.

Why? So he can give tax breaks to billionaires.

Trump wanted this REPUBLICAN GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN so he could use it as an excuse to fire more people.

The Washington Post @washingtonpost.com · 14h

Breaking news: The Trump administration began laying off federal workers while the government is shuttered, fulfilling threats from President Trump to take advantage of the closure to shave off more parts of the federal workforce he dislikes.

Trump administration begins laying off federal workers amid shutdown

White House budget director Russell Vought said reductions-in-force were underway.

www.washingtonpost.com

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Rep. Kevin Mullin @kevinmullin.house.gov · 14h

It's week 2 of the Republican government shutdown.

If Republicans get their way, Americans will see health care costs skyrocket. Millions will lose their coverage entirely.

@housedemocrats.bsky.social are fighting to protect health care for everyday families.

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Rep. Kevin Mullin @kevinmullin.house.gov · 1d

Trump is weaponizing the justice system for his own selfish, vengeful, political purposes. It's a disservice to our democracy and the American people, and it's the actions of a wannabe dictator. www.politico.com/news/2025/10...

New York Attorney General Letitia James, a Trump foe, is indicted by Trump’s DOJ

She has been charged with two criminal counts by the same U.S. attorney who brought charges against James Comey.

www.politico.com

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Rep. Kevin Mullin @kevinmullin.house.gov · 1d

@caltrain.com's innovative approach should be expanded nationally.

That’s why I authored a bill to help spur this type of technology that makes passenger rail service more sustainable and efficient.

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Rep. Kevin Mullin @kevinmullin.house.gov · 1d

Caltrain is doing something impressive that almost no other rail agencies are – it’s helping power the grid!

Regenerative braking is an under-tapped resource in the rail sector that could someday help recoup up to 50% of the energy used by trains.

www.smdailyjournal.com/news/local/c...

Caltrain gets reimbursed for regenerative braking

After several hurdles, Caltrain has successfully negotiated with Peninsula Clean Energy and San Jose Clean Energy to receive compensation for its energy generation, estimated to be about $1 million an...

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Rep. Kevin Mullin @kevinmullin.house.gov · 1d

My statement on the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas.

kevinmullin.house.gov/2025/10/09/r...

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Rep. Kevin Mullin @kevinmullin.house.gov · 2d

If you or someone you know has been impacted by the Republican government shutdown and health care crisis, we want to hear from you.

Please share your story: kevinmullin.house.gov/share-your-s...

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Rep. Kevin Mullin @kevinmullin.house.gov · 3d

Trump continues to belittle and disregard federal workers. Denying them backpay during this Republican government shutdown is illegal, shameful and deeply unfair.

Hardworking Americans shouldn't be used as political pawns.

www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...

Furloughed workers not guaranteed back pay after shutdown, OMB claims

Federal workers may not be entitled to back pay after the government shutdown ends, the Trump administration’s budget office wrote in a new draft memo obtained by The Washington Post, ratcheting up te...

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Rep. Kevin Mullin @kevinmullin.house.gov · 3d

Palestinians in the region have endured unimaginable loss of life, heartbreak, uncertainty, and fear. We need an end to this war, to return the remaining hostages to their families, and to reach a solution that provides lasting, durable peace.

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Rep. Kevin Mullin @kevinmullin.house.gov · 3d

Today marks two years since Hamas’ brutal Oct. 7th terror attack that shattered families and entire communities. My heart goes out to the victims, their families, and to everyone affected by the horror and senselessness of that day. Two years later, the resulting war and suffering is ongoing.

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Rep. Kevin Mullin @kevinmullin.house.gov · 4d

I'm hosting an emergency digital town hall TOMORROW at 5:30pm PT.

I'll be joined by Covered California Executive Director Jessica Altman to discuss the Republican government shutdown and health care crisis.

Watch live: kevinmullin.house.gov/live

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Rep. Kevin Mullin @kevinmullin.house.gov · 4d

A new nonpartisan report found that health care premiums will DOUBLE if Republicans let ACA tax credits expire.

@housedemocrats.bsky.social are ready to support a bipartisan plan that lowers costs. Republicans need to come back from vacation & do their jobs.

www.kff.org/affordable-c...

ACA Marketplace Premium Payments Would More than Double on Average Next Year if Enhanced Premium Tax Credits Expire | KFF

KFF estimates that, if Congress allows the enhanced premium tax credits to expire at the end of this year, ACA Marketplace enrollees on average would see their premium payments more than double next y...

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Rep. Kevin Mullin @kevinmullin.house.gov · 7d

I visited air traffic controllers at SFO who are currently working without pay due to the Republican government shutdown.

Federal workers do vital work for the American people.

It's time for Republicans to support a bipartisan budget that protects health care so we can reopen the government.

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Nancy Pelosi @pelosi.house.gov · 8d

This morning I joined @rephuffman.bsky.social, @kevinmullin.house.gov and Bay Area health care leaders at NEMS to call out Republicans’ cruel health care crisis.

While the GOP puts affordable health care at risk, Democrats are fighting to keep government open and prevent skyrocketing premiums.

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Rep. Kevin Mullin @kevinmullin.house.gov · 8d

I’ll fight to reverse this shameful attack that threatens the livelihood of California workers, our environment, and our economy.

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Rep. Kevin Mullin @kevinmullin.house.gov · 8d

This disastrous decision comes when Americans are already struggling to afford utility bills, groceries, and health care.

But Trump’s Republican Party continues to take jobs away from hard working Americans to punish blue states.

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Rep. Kevin Mullin @kevinmullin.house.gov · 8d

Trump just canceled billions of dollars in grants for clean energy projects in California.

These grants would’ve helped our climate crisis, generated good paying jobs & lowered energy costs.

The cuts include $34M cancelled for projects in California’s 15th District alone. 🧵

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Rep. Kevin Mullin @kevinmullin.house.gov · 9d

Day 1 of the government shutdown, and Republicans are still AWOL.

If Republicans have their way, health care premiums will double or triple for millions of Americans.

@housedemocrats.bsky.social
are in D.C. fighting for a bipartisan solution that supports everyday families.

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Rep. Kevin Mullin @kevinmullin.house.gov · 9d

Donald Trump and Congressional Republicans have officially shut down the federal government by refusing to support a bipartisan funding bill that protects health care.

Read my full statement: kevinmullin.house.gov/2025/10/01/r...

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Rep. Kevin Mullin @kevinmullin.house.gov · 9d

Government shutdowns create uncertainty for communities who rely on critical federal services.

Find answers to frequently asked questions about how the government shutdown could impact you:

kevinmullin.house.gov/services/gov...

Government Shutdown Resources - Congressman Kevin Mullin

Millions of Americans rely on essential federal services that could be disrupted by a government shutdown. I am working to keep critical services up and running for families in our community, while lowering health care costs. Sadly, Republicans are pushing...

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Rep. Kevin Mullin @kevinmullin.house.gov · 10d

We're headed towards a government shutdown, but Speaker Mike Johnson and House Republicans are nowhere to be found.

Americans deserve better.

Democrats are here, ready to fight to protect health care and keep the government open.

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Rep. Kevin Mullin @kevinmullin.house.gov · 10d

We are less than 12 hours away from a government shutdown.

While Republicans are on vacation, @housedemocrats.bsky.social are here in Washington D.C. fighting to protect health care for you and your family.

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Rep. Kevin Mullin @kevinmullin.house.gov · 12d

🐺 Storm and I had a wonderful time serving as grand marshal of the Burlingame Pet Parade!

Thank you to the City & John with the Merchants Association for organizing.

And a special shoutout to Peninsula Humane Society for helping my family adopt Storm last year 💕

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Rep. Kevin Mullin @kevinmullin.house.gov · 13d

Today is National Public Lands Day. At a time when Republicans have been trying to sell off YOUR public lands, I recommit to fighting to protect these important resources from exploitation.

What’s your favorite national park? Comment below👇

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Rep. Kevin Mullin @kevinmullin.house.gov · 15d

Republicans control the White House and Congress. If the government shuts down, it’s because Republicans refused to support a bipartisan solution that lowers costs & protects health care.

The Trump Administration is fear-mongering and sparking chaos for everyday Americans.

The Washington Post @washingtonpost.com · 15d

Breaking news: White House budget office instructs agencies to prepare for mass layoffs if the government shuts down Oct. 1, after federal funding runs out.

White House directs mass firings if there is a government shutdown

The Office of Management and Budget sent a memo to federal agencies Wednesday night instructing them to plan for staff reductions, including firings.

www.washingtonpost.com

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