Congresswoman Lateefah Simon
@replsimon.bsky.social
Proudly Representing California's 12th Congressional District.
The Trump Administration is betraying the American people, provoking foreign wars while people starve and sleep on our streets.
Make no mistake - this is a confession of values.
Make no mistake - this is a confession of values.
January 13, 2026 at 9:32 PM
The Trump Administration is betraying the American people, provoking foreign wars while people starve and sleep on our streets.
Make no mistake - this is a confession of values.
Make no mistake - this is a confession of values.
Before politics, I spent decades working with young people. It’s how I got to know Coach Beam. His life's work was not to save Oakland’s children, it was to remind them that they were never lost.
To Cindi, Monica and Sonjha: thank you for sharing him with us.
Rest easy, Faithful Servant.
To Cindi, Monica and Sonjha: thank you for sharing him with us.
Rest easy, Faithful Servant.
January 12, 2026 at 8:59 PM
Before politics, I spent decades working with young people. It’s how I got to know Coach Beam. His life's work was not to save Oakland’s children, it was to remind them that they were never lost.
To Cindi, Monica and Sonjha: thank you for sharing him with us.
Rest easy, Faithful Servant.
To Cindi, Monica and Sonjha: thank you for sharing him with us.
Rest easy, Faithful Servant.
The Trump Adminstration just froze millions of dollars for for child care subsidies, social services and cash support for low-income families in states with Democratic leaders.
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January 9, 2026 at 9:52 PM
The Trump Adminstration just froze millions of dollars for for child care subsidies, social services and cash support for low-income families in states with Democratic leaders.
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People are struggling to put food on the table. They can't afford their prescriptions. But somehow there's always unlimited money for war.
The Administration's strike in Venezuela was unconstitutional.
Congress wasn't consulted. We weren't notified. That's not how this works.
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The Administration's strike in Venezuela was unconstitutional.
Congress wasn't consulted. We weren't notified. That's not how this works.
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January 9, 2026 at 6:18 PM
People are struggling to put food on the table. They can't afford their prescriptions. But somehow there's always unlimited money for war.
The Administration's strike in Venezuela was unconstitutional.
Congress wasn't consulted. We weren't notified. That's not how this works.
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The Administration's strike in Venezuela was unconstitutional.
Congress wasn't consulted. We weren't notified. That's not how this works.
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Today, I voted YES on an Appropriations bill that responsibly funds the government and puts real guardrails on Trump's lawlessness and ongoing betrayal of the American people. Read my full statement below.
January 9, 2026 at 1:51 AM
Today, I voted YES on an Appropriations bill that responsibly funds the government and puts real guardrails on Trump's lawlessness and ongoing betrayal of the American people. Read my full statement below.
I have joined the entire bipartisan CA delegation in urging the President to provide overdue federal disaster relief funding & resources to help LA communities rebuild & recover. Natural disaster recovery should not be a partisan tool that the President uses against survivors in need of help. (3/3)
January 8, 2026 at 12:08 AM
I have joined the entire bipartisan CA delegation in urging the President to provide overdue federal disaster relief funding & resources to help LA communities rebuild & recover. Natural disaster recovery should not be a partisan tool that the President uses against survivors in need of help. (3/3)
Today, I stand with the California delegation to honor the work of our bave first responders, remember every life lost, and strengthen Congress's commitment to supporting recovery and rebuilding efforts.
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January 8, 2026 at 12:06 AM
Today, I stand with the California delegation to honor the work of our bave first responders, remember every life lost, and strengthen Congress's commitment to supporting recovery and rebuilding efforts.
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This week marks one year since the devastating Palisades and Eaton fires roared across Southern CA claiming 31 lives and destroying over 16,000 homes and businesses.
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January 8, 2026 at 12:05 AM
This week marks one year since the devastating Palisades and Eaton fires roared across Southern CA claiming 31 lives and destroying over 16,000 homes and businesses.
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This is state violence, not safety. The agent should be terminated, ICE MUST be held accountable, and we need a full investigation.
January 7, 2026 at 9:56 PM
This is state violence, not safety. The agent should be terminated, ICE MUST be held accountable, and we need a full investigation.
Today, I honor the public servants who defended our democracy.
Democracy survives only when it is defended. I intend to defend it.
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Democracy survives only when it is defended. I intend to defend it.
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January 6, 2026 at 11:01 PM
Today, I honor the public servants who defended our democracy.
Democracy survives only when it is defended. I intend to defend it.
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Democracy survives only when it is defended. I intend to defend it.
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Five years ago, a violent mob incited by Donald Trump attacked our democratic process and endangered the Capitol Police and the workers who keep this institution running.
That was not a protest. It was an assault on the Constitution.
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That was not a protest. It was an assault on the Constitution.
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January 6, 2026 at 10:59 PM
Five years ago, a violent mob incited by Donald Trump attacked our democratic process and endangered the Capitol Police and the workers who keep this institution running.
That was not a protest. It was an assault on the Constitution.
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That was not a protest. It was an assault on the Constitution.
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Congress must reassert its Constitutional power to declare war and reign in this Administration.
We must use every tool to hold this President accountable and to defend the principle that in the U.S., we do not let one man choose war.
We must use every tool to hold this President accountable and to defend the principle that in the U.S., we do not let one man choose war.
January 3, 2026 at 6:46 PM
Congress must reassert its Constitutional power to declare war and reign in this Administration.
We must use every tool to hold this President accountable and to defend the principle that in the U.S., we do not let one man choose war.
We must use every tool to hold this President accountable and to defend the principle that in the U.S., we do not let one man choose war.
Happy 2026 East Bay! May this new year bring you and your family joy and good health.
I am honored to continue serving our beautiful district in 2026 and look forward to a year full of fighting for our communities, for justice, and for a better world for us all.
I am honored to continue serving our beautiful district in 2026 and look forward to a year full of fighting for our communities, for justice, and for a better world for us all.
January 1, 2026 at 9:52 PM
Happy 2026 East Bay! May this new year bring you and your family joy and good health.
I am honored to continue serving our beautiful district in 2026 and look forward to a year full of fighting for our communities, for justice, and for a better world for us all.
I am honored to continue serving our beautiful district in 2026 and look forward to a year full of fighting for our communities, for justice, and for a better world for us all.
Veterans in the Bay Area have been waiting for a new clinic and accessible service for the last 10 years - but the Trump administration recently cancelled the Alameda Point project.
This is no way to repay our veterans’ sacrifice to this nation.
This is no way to repay our veterans’ sacrifice to this nation.
December 31, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Veterans in the Bay Area have been waiting for a new clinic and accessible service for the last 10 years - but the Trump administration recently cancelled the Alameda Point project.
This is no way to repay our veterans’ sacrifice to this nation.
This is no way to repay our veterans’ sacrifice to this nation.
CA-12 is one of the most diverse places in the U.S. with vibrant community organizations and institutions.
We have leaders and groups who power the East Bay, the nation, AND the future with their work.
Check out some of the causes that I was proud to secure federal grants for this year.
We have leaders and groups who power the East Bay, the nation, AND the future with their work.
Check out some of the causes that I was proud to secure federal grants for this year.
December 29, 2025 at 7:42 PM
CA-12 is one of the most diverse places in the U.S. with vibrant community organizations and institutions.
We have leaders and groups who power the East Bay, the nation, AND the future with their work.
Check out some of the causes that I was proud to secure federal grants for this year.
We have leaders and groups who power the East Bay, the nation, AND the future with their work.
Check out some of the causes that I was proud to secure federal grants for this year.
Wishing a Christmas holiday full of love, rest, recovery, and health to all who celebrate.
December 25, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Wishing a Christmas holiday full of love, rest, recovery, and health to all who celebrate.
And ✈️ Oakland International Airport ribbon cutting ceremony
🎶 Holiday caroling with long-term services and supports health care advocates!
🎶 Holiday caroling with long-term services and supports health care advocates!
December 24, 2025 at 9:56 PM
And ✈️ Oakland International Airport ribbon cutting ceremony
🎶 Holiday caroling with long-term services and supports health care advocates!
🎶 Holiday caroling with long-term services and supports health care advocates!
My team in the East Bay has been hard at work leading up to the holidays, take a look at what they’ve been up to:
🕎 Hanukkah celebrations in Berkeley and Piedmont
🔬Meeting with the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory team
🕎 Hanukkah celebrations in Berkeley and Piedmont
🔬Meeting with the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory team
December 24, 2025 at 9:56 PM
My team in the East Bay has been hard at work leading up to the holidays, take a look at what they’ve been up to:
🕎 Hanukkah celebrations in Berkeley and Piedmont
🔬Meeting with the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory team
🕎 Hanukkah celebrations in Berkeley and Piedmont
🔬Meeting with the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory team
In your first year in Congress, people will tell you you can't do much in the minority - it's very important that you don't listen and fight like hell for the people of CA-12 who sent you here to advocate and work for them.
December 18, 2025 at 8:35 PM
In your first year in Congress, people will tell you you can't do much in the minority - it's very important that you don't listen and fight like hell for the people of CA-12 who sent you here to advocate and work for them.
Last week, I had the honor of speaking to MBA students from @berkeleyhaas.bsky.social about my path from grassroots organizer to elected official. These are the leaders of today AND tomorrow, and I cannot wait to see where their stories take them… (1/2)
December 16, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Last week, I had the honor of speaking to MBA students from @berkeleyhaas.bsky.social about my path from grassroots organizer to elected official. These are the leaders of today AND tomorrow, and I cannot wait to see where their stories take them… (1/2)
🚒Trained like an Oakland firefighter with @oaklandfireca.bsky.social
🧺Laundry and shower blessing at Christ Episcopal Church in Alameda
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🧺Laundry and shower blessing at Christ Episcopal Church in Alameda
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December 15, 2025 at 9:16 PM
🚒Trained like an Oakland firefighter with @oaklandfireca.bsky.social
🧺Laundry and shower blessing at Christ Episcopal Church in Alameda
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🧺Laundry and shower blessing at Christ Episcopal Church in Alameda
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Last week, while I was in Washington fighting for our immigrant neighbors and voting against excessive military spending in the NDAA, my team was hard at work in the East Bay. Here’s what we’ve been up to:
🏈Laney College walk in honor of Coach John Beam
🚇AC Transit 65th anniversary
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🏈Laney College walk in honor of Coach John Beam
🚇AC Transit 65th anniversary
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December 15, 2025 at 9:16 PM
Last week, while I was in Washington fighting for our immigrant neighbors and voting against excessive military spending in the NDAA, my team was hard at work in the East Bay. Here’s what we’ve been up to:
🏈Laney College walk in honor of Coach John Beam
🚇AC Transit 65th anniversary
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🏈Laney College walk in honor of Coach John Beam
🚇AC Transit 65th anniversary
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Tonight marks the beginning of a holiday rooted in endurance, memory, and the insistence that light matters even when it is fragile.
December 15, 2025 at 1:59 AM
Tonight marks the beginning of a holiday rooted in endurance, memory, and the insistence that light matters even when it is fragile.
This week I got to meet with Brian Barth and Lamonte and John from Wood Street Commons, who were in D.C. raising awareness about the traumatic impacts of displacement and encampment sweeps and advocating for the empowerment of our homeless neighbors.
December 14, 2025 at 3:18 AM
This week I got to meet with Brian Barth and Lamonte and John from Wood Street Commons, who were in D.C. raising awareness about the traumatic impacts of displacement and encampment sweeps and advocating for the empowerment of our homeless neighbors.
The decimation of the Department of Education is not reform, it is the resurrection of abandonment. Slashing funding and employees from the Department of Ed WILL harm our most vulnerable children the most -- Black students, poor students, queer students, disabled students, and more. (1/2)
December 13, 2025 at 1:05 AM
The decimation of the Department of Education is not reform, it is the resurrection of abandonment. Slashing funding and employees from the Department of Ed WILL harm our most vulnerable children the most -- Black students, poor students, queer students, disabled students, and more. (1/2)