Golden State Today

Rep. Norma Torres, a U.S. Congress member representing California's 35th district since 2015, has recently shared several significant updates on her Twitter account. Born in Escuintla, Guatemala, and currently residing in Pomona, Torres has been active in politics for many years, including previous service in the California State Assembly and Senate.

On March 10, 2025, Rep. Torres invited constituents to join an important Telephone Townhall focused on discussing "the status of Federal Employees and the actions taken by DOGE." She emphasized that participants' questions would guide the conversation during this event. "Join my office for an important Telephone Townhall to discuss the status of Federal Employees and the actions taken by DOGE."

Later that day, she announced her participation with 159 colleagues in opposing a proposed USPS takeover through a letter addressed to President Trump and his administration. Torres stressed the importance of maintaining USPS independence as it plays a vital role within communities. "I joined 159 of my colleagues in a letter opposing the proposed USPS takeover."

On March 11, 2025, Rep. Torres expressed concern over José Rubén Zamora's imprisonment by highlighting it as part of what she perceives as an ongoing battle against freedom of expression led by Guatemala's Attorney General's Office (@FiscalGeneralGT). She condemned efforts to silence journalists with false charges as undermining justice and freedom while advocating for better governance for Guatemalans. "El encarcelamiento de José Rubén Zamora es otro recordatorio sombrío de la guerra de la @FiscalGeneralGT contra la libertad de expresión y la democracia."