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‘We do not trust President Donald Trump’ — California Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas Defends California’s Economy and Immigrants

Assembly Democrats approve Legal Defense Fund to protect California taxpayers, businesses, and families from chaotic Republican agenda in D.C.

Sacramento - On Monday, California Speaker Robert Rivas delivered the following remarks as Assembly Democrats passed legislation to protect California taxpayers and the state’s economy from Republican chaos in Washington, D.C.:

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Speaker Robert Rivas Responds to President Trump's Executive Orders on Immigration

“I am a first generation Californian from a family of immigrant farmworkers. My grandfather came here because he believed in the California Dream and wanted to provide a better life for our family. Today, California has one of the largest  economies on Earth because of immigrants who helped build our state. From the ag fields to our boardrooms, immigrants help drive America’s prosperity.

Speaker Robert Rivas, California Assembly L.A. Delegation Meets With Emergency Officials on Wildfire Frontlines

Assembly leaders committed to keeping Southern Californians safe and putting residents on path to recovery, rebuilding and healing

This weekend in Los Angeles, Speaker Robert Rivas and a delegation of 14 California Assembly members met with firefighters and officials to discuss how to further assist emergency response efforts, and to fast-track recovery from the devastating and deadly wildfires. 

Speaker Robert Rivas, California Assembly Members Taking Action To Support L.A. Wildfire Response

Assembly members plan to advance legislation to support recovery efforts, and Members have returned to Los Angeles to support residents, volunteer and keep people safe

SACRAMENTO—Today, Speaker Robert Rivas provided a brief update on the Los Angeles wildfires and action California State Assembly members are taking to advance legislation, and support firefighters, emergency officials and recovery efforts.

New Public Safety Laws For 2025 That Target Organized Retail Theft

The Assembly delivered tough new property-crime laws that go into effect this month

SACRAMENTO - Organized retail theft and dangerous “smash and grab” crimes have had a chilling effect on communities across California. But in 2025, new public safety laws passed by the Legislature will go into effect, holding thieves accountable and protecting shoppers, business owners, and workers.

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