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During the Cold War, Washington and Moscow understood the importance of direct communication in moments of heightened tension. We need similar channels with Beijing today.

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That means establishing clear guardrails for the use of AI across the U.S. military and Intelligence Community, ensuring critical intelligence is carefully verified before decisions are made, and creating mechanisms to deconflict during a crisis.

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Exclusive: US military had close call after using AI for false intelligence report, sources say | CNN Politics

This report must be a wake-up call. The United States and China need reliable crisis communication channels and serious dialogue on AI guardrails before a mistake like this becomes a disaster. www.cnn.com/2026/09/18/p...

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The episode shows the risks of using this new, relatively poorly understood technology in the middle of the Iran war

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Janine and I wish a safe and meaningful fast to all those observing Yom Kippur in the Sacramento region and beyond. G’mar Chatima Tova.

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These talented students from Davis Senior High School and Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High School developed Learn AI, an interactive educational app that helps people of all ages become more AI literate.

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Earlier this year, I had the chance to welcome our 2025 Congressional App Challenge winners, Aarit Atreja and Anvi Atreja, to my Washington, D.C. office.

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Today is the third annual National App Challenge Day! The Congressional App Challenge is a unique opportunity for middle and high school students across Sacramento County to showcase their STEM skills and represent our district on the national stage.

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We still have too much work to do, from confronting rising AI threats to addressing the affordability crisis, for Congress to leave town. The American people deserve a Congress that actually does its job.

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Rep. Ami Bera, M.D. @bera.house.gov · 18/09/2026

This was another unproductive week in Mike Johnson’s House of Representatives. The Speaker canceled votes and sent us home for seven weeks to avoid an impeachment vote on Secretary Hegseth.

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Janine and I are horrified by the attack on Mr. Singh, a Sikh truck driver and member of our Sacramento community who was stabbed 17 times at a rest stop in Wyoming. Read my full statement condemning this brutal act: bera.house.gov/news/press-r...

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Rep. Bera Condemns Brutal Stabbing of Sikh Truck Driver from Sacramento

SACRAMENTO, CA — Today, Representative Ami Bera, M.D. (CA-06) released a statement condemning the stabbing attack on Mr. Singh, a Sacramento resident and Sikh truck driver who was stabbed 17 times at ...

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Rep. Ami Bera, M.D. @bera.house.gov · 17/09/2026

President Trump has repeatedly abused his tariff authorities. I do not support giving him additional tariff powers that risk further fueling inflation, especially at a time when Sacramento County families are struggling to make ends meet. Read my statement following tonight's vote on H.R. 5334:

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AI isn’t slowing down. Neither should we. We must remain in Washington to advance meaningful, bipartisan safeguards that meet this moment with the urgency it demands.

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Yesterday, I joined more than 100 of my colleagues urging Speaker Johnson to keep the House in session to address the growing risks posed by AI. Instead of taking action, Speaker Johnson announced that he’s sending us home early for seven weeks.

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Sacramento County families need relief now. President Trump must end this reckless war and address the affordability crisis here at home.

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Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus @capac.house.gov · 15/09/2026

Last night, I voted again to end President Trump’s illegal war with Iran. This war has cost taxpayers more than $38 billion and has fueled inflation from the gas station to the grocery store.

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Chair @meng.house.gov, South Asian Members of Congress denounce racist post targeting UT Austin students:

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Rep. Ami Bera, M.D. @bera.house.gov · 15/09/2026

It’s National Voter Registration Day! Your vote is your voice. Take a minute today to check your voter registration, update your information if you’ve moved, and make sure you’re ready to cast your ballot in November.

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Rep. Ami Bera, M.D. @bera.house.gov · 15/09/2026

We must protect that access. I’ll continue working with my colleagues to defend the right of every eligible voter to cast their ballot and have it counted.

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Rep. Ami Bera, M.D. @bera.house.gov · 15/09/2026

The Trump administration’s latest effort to sow chaos in our elections by imposing unworkable, last-minute restrictions on mail-in voting was just blocked by the Supreme Court. Millions of eligible Californians cast their ballots by mail to make their voices heard in our democracy.

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Rep. Ami Bera, M.D. @bera.house.gov · 12/09/2026

Wishing a sweet and joyous Rosh Hashanah to all celebrating in the Sacramento region and around the world. May 5787 bring you joy, health, and the opportunity for growth and renewal. L'Shanah Tovah. 🍎 🍯

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We honor the 2,977 innocent lives lost that day, the heroes who ran toward danger, and the first responders and survivors we have lost in the years since to 9/11-related illnesses. We will never forget.

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My District Chief of Staff Matt Ceccato joined Sacramento County elected officials, first responders, veterans, and community members at Cal Expo’s September 11 Memorial Plaza to mark the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks.

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We must continue to honor that service and sacrifice by making sure they receive the care and support they deserve. #NeverForget

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First responders and survivors continue to live with illnesses linked to toxic exposure at Ground Zero. Service members who answered our nation’s call in Iraq and Afghanistan also continue to face the lasting health effects of burn pits and other toxic exposures.

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We also have an enduring responsibility to care for those who put their lives on the line in the immediate aftermath of the attacks and in the years that followed.

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In one of our nation’s darkest moments, we saw the very best of who we are as Americans. That spirit of unity and shared purpose is worth remembering. There is far more that unites us than divides us.

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Amidst unimaginable grief in the days and weeks that followed, Americans came together to support one another. People lined up to donate blood, brought food and supplies to first responders and families, volunteered their time, and reached out to neighbors and strangers alike.

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Janine and I remember and mourn the thousands of innocent lives lost on that fateful day, and we hold their families and loved ones in our hearts. We also honor the extraordinary courage of the first responders who rushed toward danger and helped save countless lives.

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