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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 17h

There’s just ONE WEEK left to apply for a service academy nomination from my office. Submit those applications ASAP, and reach out to my office if you have any questions.

Poster stating 1 week left to apply for service academy nominations, with logos of military academies.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 17h

The most important words you can say to someone struggling with their mental health are: “you are not alone.” That’s why I am co-leading the Preparing for the Future Act with Rep. Gottheimer, (1/2)

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 08/10/2026

Shuttered prop shops, deserted small businesses, disappearing caterers – that will be our future if we fail to compete against the film tax credits offered by other countries. (1/2)

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 07/10/2026

🧵 When a production leaves this country, the movie still gets made. The stars still work. The crew is who gets left behind. Today, I brought every major production union and nine of my colleagues to Glendale to say enough.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 02/10/2026

The clock is ticking to turn in your service academy nomination applications in order to be considered in this cycle! Don’t hesitate to reach out to my office if you have any questions about eligibility, test scores, or materials you need to submit, and best of luck to all!

Service Academy Nominations by Rep. Laura Friedman with an October 16, 2026 deadline.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 27/09/2026

September 27 is Gold Star Mothers & Family Day: a time to reflect and honor the sacrifices of the moms, dads, and family members who have lost their sons and daughters in military service. May their memories be a blessing.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 26/09/2026

Bring this up at trivia night: Roughly 34% of LA County is protected public land, which helps ensure we’re never too far away from the great outdoors. The challenge that falls on us now is to safeguard these lands. (1/2)

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 26/09/2026

Chag Sameach and happy Sukkot to all celebrating!

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 25/09/2026

A very happy Mid-Autumn Festival and Chuseok to all! May this new season bring joy and harmony to you and your loved ones.

Illustration with mooncakes, a teapot, and festive decorations saying 'Happy Chuseok & Mid-Autumn Festival!'

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 21/09/2026

G’mar chatima tovah! As the sun begins to set and Yom Kippur nears, I’m wishing all observing an easy and meaningful fast.

Yom Kippur greeting card with a shofar and floral designs.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 20/09/2026

I got the chance to visit Grindr’s headquarters in my district to talk to leadership and staff about my work in Congress, especially when it comes to protecting my LGBTQ constituents. I’m always going to stand up to protect my LGBTQ constituents from hatred and discrimination.

People in a conference room looking at a screen displaying 'Representative Laura Friedman'.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 19/09/2026

Students, today is National App Challenge Day, which means applications for the 2026 Congressional App Challenge are open! I host the Congressional App Challenge every year because our students are the future of innovation.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 17/09/2026

Today, we celebrate the signing of the U.S. Constitution 239 years ago and the rights granted to all American citizens under our Constitution. Those rights and the values they represent have made America a guiding light to the world, and I will fight to defend them every day.

Statue of Liberty with an American flag and text reading 'Happy Constitution & Citizenship Day.'

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 16/09/2026

Today I'm co-founding the bipartisan Congressional American Film Production Caucus with Rep. Brian Jack, Rep. Nate Moran, @replindasanchez.bsky.social, Rep. Nicole Malliotakis, and Rep. Tom Suozzi. No single state can outbid a foreign government.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 15/09/2026

Hispanic Heritage Month kicks off today: a time to honor the countless contributions that Hispanic culture has had on the very fabric of our nation. Los Angeles is all the more special because of the Hispanic Americans who call our community home.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 12/09/2026

Rosh Hashanah begins at sundown today. Its beginning marks a New Year in Judaism and a time for both reflection and celebration. From my family to yours — Shanah Tovah! Have a good and very sweet new year.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 11/09/2026

Today, we remember those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001, and the bravery of the first responders who heeded the call for help. We must never forget them and all of the families who suffered from this attack in the months and years that followed.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 11/09/2026

Los Angeles wildfire victims have now had the longest wait for federal aid after a major disaster — ever. That’s a record this administration should be deeply ashamed of. I spoke with fire victims & Dept. of Angels, a community-led organization founded after last year’s fires to support victims.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 10/09/2026

🚨What could a national film tax credit look like, who am I working with to get it done, and how did we get Trump on our side? Spoke with KNX radio about all this and more.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 09/09/2026

I just sat down with my Immigration Advisory Committee, one of the many groups of stakeholders & experts I meet with regularly to help inform my work in Congress. (1/8)

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 09/09/2026

Booked and busy in the district, but what’s new?

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 07/09/2026

I’m standing alongside California’s unions, and those they represent, this Labor Day, and every single day. Unions fight for fairness, safety and security for working people. I’ll always have their back.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 07/09/2026

Head Start has a 60-year track record of supporting hardworking families and children. It’s a program that works, and like all working things, Trump wants to break it. I say no way. I’m joining the fight against these cuts with fellow @housedemocrats.bsky.social and @demwomencaucus.bsky.social.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 04/09/2026

There’s a boxcar on the new grounds at Holocaust Museum LA, one of the cars that carried Jewish people to the Majdanek death camp. You can walk right up to it and think about the people who were forced inside, who had no idea where they were going and no way to get out.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 03/09/2026

Trump wants to destroy a successful childcare program that’s taken care of millions of American children. Democrats are protecting our children and parents, making sure they have a better chance of achieving the American Dream.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 02/09/2026

Taking the bus shouldn’t make you feel like Odysseus trying to get home to Ithaca, especially during dangerous heat-waves. So I locked down a federal investment so you can travel safer and more comfortably.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 31/08/2026

When Trump isn’t removing food safety standards and making food more dangerous, he’s busy making it more expensive. This school year, that means more money spent on lunches, and less money saved up for college. (1/2)

Illustration of a lunchbox with text about Trump tariffs.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 31/08/2026

Hollywood has it all – the backdrops, talent, and soundstages. Keeping film and TV here is crucial for Los Angeles. (1/2)

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 30/08/2026

Always a fun time at the Filipino American Business Association of Glendale’s summer luau. For more than 30 years, FABAG has lifted up Filipino small businesses and the broader Glendale community. Thank you for having me at this year's summer luau, and for everything you do the other 364 days.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 29/08/2026

Teachers are preparing for yet another school year marked by high costs and attacks on academic freedom thanks to the Trump Administration. (1/2)

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 29/08/2026

One of my favorite journeys in the California Assembly was working with Dolores Huerta, who came to Sacramento time and time again to be the primary witness on my bill to phase out the use of paraquat. She advocated alongside farm workers who suffered from exposure to this dangerous pesticide. (1/2)

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 29/08/2026

I had a great evening with the Association for Women in Architecture + Design, talking about my work to make housing more affordable and abundant for Angelenos. Thank you to AWA+D for nerding out with me!

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 28/08/2026

1.2 million Californians have lost healthcare, just so Trump and the Republicans could give tax breaks to the ultra-rich. I joined Dr. Abraham and Protect Our Care to lay out the choice that Republicans have now… (1/2)

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 26/08/2026

When the whole team is on the same page, we win. That’s why I brought my Congressional colleagues and LA’s public transit leaders together to talk about LA and the federal government’s gameplan to prepare the region for a successful LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Games.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 18/08/2026

Nothing beats a summer evening spent with neighbors. Grateful for everyone who made it out to this year’s National Night Out for important conversations and community building. If you’ve never attended an NNO event, I highly recommend giving one a try.

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Group of firefighters smiling with a woman in front of an ice cream truck.

Firefighter in a Glendale Fire uniform smiling and talking to two women outdoors.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 16/08/2026

I know it’s a meme and all that, but these five things really are important to me.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 14/08/2026

91 years ago today, a stroke of a pen created the promise that if you work hard & contribute a little every year, you will have support in retirement. Today, Congressional Republicans are trying to reneg on this commitment, robbing countless hardworking Americans this part of the American Dream.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 12/08/2026

Our community witnesses too many deadly high-speed chases on the nightly news. Congress has the power to change this. My Next Gen Road Safety Act will provide funding for the modern tools local law enforcement need to stop chases before they tear apart our neighborhoods.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 11/08/2026

Disasters don’t discriminate by party affiliation; but Trump does. I don’t care if you’re a Republican, Democrat, or unaffiliated. When Americans need help after a disaster, our government’s only question should be: “How can we help?”

Collage of headlines: Trump disaster aid denial from Politico, LA Times, and PBS.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 11/08/2026

Last month, Trump’s head of the USDA Sec. Rollins told senators “no one was kicked off” nutrition assistance. The fact is this: 156,440 kids in California will go hungry because of this administration’s cruelty.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 10/08/2026

It’s that time of year again! Best wishes to all the parents gathering school supplies and finalizing pick-up plans for their student scholars. Have a great school year!

Colorful welcome back to school sign with a globe, backpack, and school supplies.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 08/08/2026

$4,800 could be better spent saving for college or towards a down payment on a house. Instead, Trump is forcing us to pay for his war of choice with Iran with no end in sight. (1/2)

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 07/08/2026

If you ever feel down about the state of our country, just talk to young people. I had the pleasure of meeting with ANCA Western Region interns to discuss how to turn their passion into action and change. Our youth are inspirational, and determined to make a positive difference.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 07/08/2026

Today we honor & remember our brave service members who were wounded or killed in action. Without their incredible sacrifice, we would not have the freedoms we enjoy today.

Purple Heart medal on purple background with text 'PURPLE HEART DAY'.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 06/08/2026

61 years ago today, the landmark Voting Rights Act became law, marking a huge step forward in the struggle for equality and access to the ballot box. That progress took years of effort and organizing, and must be defended now more then ever.

Group gathered during the signing of the 1965 Voting Rights Act.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 06/08/2026

Stop #2 for National Black Business Month. Got the chance to stop by local favorite Bludso’s BBQ and talk to owner Kevin Bludso, who is bringing bold Texas flavors to California. It’s obvious why folks keep coming back to this Texas BBQ outpost time and time again.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 05/08/2026

Celebrating National Black Business Month at Tansy. Whether you want to find a rare plant or a cheetah throw pillow, Tansy is a one-stop shop for both plant parents and interior decorators both amateur and professional. Thank you to Tansy’s owner Shawna Christian for having me!

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 04/08/2026

The Pitt. Hacks. Abbott Elementary. America’s favorite shows are being made in Hollywood by irreplaceable American craftspeople, writers, producers, and talent. I’m working to keep those jobs here through a national film tax credit. Watch to learn more:

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 03/08/2026

Streets closed to cars. Open to everyone else. Honored to help kick off CicLAVia’s “Meet the Hollywoods” edition! There’s nothing like it anywhere else. Whether you walked, biked, or ran, or just stopped by my table to say hi, thank you for showing up.

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Rep. Laura Friedman @friedman.house.gov · 03/08/2026

I didn’t go to the UK or anywhere overseas to pursue my career in the film industry. I came to Hollywood, because the writers, talent, and creative heartbeat of America are here. It still is. But we need a national film tax credit to keep the industry home where it belongs.

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