U.S. Rep. Norma Torres representing California's 35th Congressional District | Official U.S. House headshot
U.S. Rep. Norma Torres representing California's 35th Congressional District | Official U.S. House headshot
Representative Norma Torres, currently serving in the U.S. Congress for California’s 35th district, has recently shared a series of tweets expressing her views and activities related to education policy, workforce development, and women's labor issues. These posts reflect her commitment to addressing these significant topics.
On March 20, 2025, Torres criticized former President Trump's proposal to dismantle the Department of Education. She argued that "Trump’s plan to eliminate the Department of Education is an attack on our kids, our teachers, and our future." Emphasizing the importance of educational funding managed by the department, she vowed to protect resources essential for student success.
Later that day, Torres highlighted her visit with leaders from LA/OC Building Trades and Plumbers 398 at a training site. She described it as "an inspiring visit to the Plumbers Apprenticeship Training Site," which she praised for shaping the future skilled workforce through hands-on training and job opportunities.
On March 21, 2025, Torres hosted her second annual Women's Labor Roundtable in honor of Women's History Month. In this event, she noted bringing together voices from service unions and building trades to discuss challenges faced by women in the workforce. She expressed hope for continued progress by stating "Let’s continue pushing for a future."
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