Rep. Katie Porter

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

You may have heard that Democrats and Republicans have agreed upon spending $900 billion to fund another round of small business loans, support hospitals and essential workers, and help the 10 million people who lost their jobs through no fault of their own. (2/5) — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

When I came to Congress, I knew I had a responsibility to pull back the curtain for the American people and expose corruption in real time. So, I’m filling you in on Senator McConnell’s attempts over the last 8 days to tank a *bipartisan* COVID relief bill. (THREAD) — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

@TheBwill22 That someone is you! Where in Orange County are you? — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

These are just a few of the policy solutions outlined in the report released by our office today. Read the full report and dive into the data ⬇️⬇️ (10/10) https://t.co/zV0BJl6TlC — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

And we absolutely have to make childcare more affordable. I've introduced legislation to do just that (more 👇), and I'm proud to back several bills that would provide relief to providers struggling to stay open—or to reopen—during the pandemic. (9/10) https://t.co/enkhurwLBt — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

We also need to help our schools reopen safely. For months, I have been urging the Administration to provide scientific, evidence-based guidelines to schools on how to do so, as well as the resources needed to implement them. (8/10) https://t.co/wiqZqRukgc — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

A paid leave program, along with support for working parents facing closed childcare centers and schools, will help keep moms in the workforce both during and after the pandemic. I've introduced legislation that would help make this a reality 👇 (7/10) https://t.co/hTK1nSlVLX — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

The glaring disparities between men and women in the workplace are likely to deepen and last for generations if we do not respond to this crisis. We need a recovery plan that supports working women and families, and I have a few ideas. (6/10) — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

The mass exodus of women from the workforce will hurt our economy. Women are a massive driver of our GDP, and it is essential that women remain in the workforce to offset aging baby boomers, many of whom are retiring early due to the pandemic. (5/10) — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

Due to the pandemic, the support system that previously made full-time work and childcare possible for women has been upended. As a result, millions of women—particularly in corporate America—are leaving or considering leaving the labor force to compensate. (4/10) — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

Moreover, lack of support from both government and employers for balancing work and home responsibilities is pushing women out of the workforce. While men have become increasingly involved, women still typically bear the brunt of housework and childcare responsibilities. (3/10) — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

Since the start of this crisis, 22 percent of all women have left the workforce. There are several reasons for this. First of all, women—especially women of color—are overrepresented in industries that have been hit hardest by COVID-19, like food service and health care. (2/10) — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

No matter how we look at the data—by race, by sector, by income—it's clear the burden of the pandemic is falling hardest on women. Today, our office released a report detailing how decades of progress could be erased unless we take action. (THREAD) https://t.co/zV0BJl6TlC — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

Today, the House passed the Hong Kong People’s Freedom & Choice Act of 2020 to protect residents of Hong Kong fleeing persecution and oppression. As someone who’s lived in Hong Kong and as a strong advocate for human rights, I was proud to cosponsor this legislation. — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

Reminder: Californians have through January 31st to sign up for health coverage through @CoveredCA’s Open Enrollment Period. It is essential we’re all covered during this public health crisis. Visit https://t.co/Dv8g0QQrWD to learn more about enrolling 👇 — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

Congressional hearings and oversight are key pillars of our democracy. When @stevenmnuchin1 questioned my authority to ask him about his actions as Treasury Secretary, he wasn't just slighting me—he was slighting the American people's right to accountability in government. https://t.co/6j0oMsoI4j — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

And we also need to do more to actually help small businesses keep workers on payroll. I'm proud to back the Paycheck Recovery Act, which would provide direct relief to families and small businesses—not special interests. I told @ChrisCuomo about this earlier this week ⬇️ (5/5) https://t.co/wY3NzFkOMy — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

We need to hold these bad actors accountable and pass new measures to prevent abuse of taxpayer dollars. That’s why @SenGillibrand and I introduced legislation to crack down on politicians seeking to enrich themselves through programs like the PPP. (4/5) https://t.co/zZMH37woBZ — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

The Administration resisted, and now we know why: a majority of PPP funds went to just a fraction of recipients--including Trump and Kushner properties. Meanwhile, millions are unemployed and small businesses are struggling to stay open. (3/5) https://t.co/Wkja6JvICs — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

Since April, I've been urging the Administration to disclose data on exactly which businesses were getting these forgivable loans. I introduced legislation to make this information publicly available so the American people could have confidence in the PPP *in real time*. (2/5) — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

The Paycheck Protection Program was supposed to help small businesses. Yet, new data makes it clear that absent aggressive, real time oversight, millions of taxpayer dollars went out the door to some of the largest companies and national chains. (1/5) https://t.co/aSwWKa3U6g — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

We should not be thinking about the next COVID package as "stimulus," but rather critically needed help for families to keep a roof over their heads and food on the table. The American people need direct relief; it's past time for the federal government to act. https://t.co/L6CLbZ3xfi — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

@VladCoho Thank you for safely evacuating and for helping our firefighters do their critical work. Please call our office at 949-668-6600 if you need help finding resources. — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

Our office is closely monitoring the #BondFire. Orange County families should remain vigilant and continue to monitor updates from @OCFA_PIO and @OCSheriff. An evacuation map can be found here: https://t.co/0ik9bbs95j — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

That’s why I proposed an amendment to next year’s spending bill that would prohibit the @EPA from rejecting a research grant just because it includes the phrase “climate change.” We need to study problems to solve them, and our Orange County science community can lead the way. — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

50 years ago today, the @EPA was created to safeguard our environment, hold polluters accountable, and protect public health. As climate change continues to threaten our planet, it’s critical we #RestoreEPA and take urgent action together to solve this crisis. — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

I didn’t just fall off the turnip truck, @stevenmnuchin1. I’ve been holding Wall Street bankers and predatory lenders accountable for more than a decade. https://t.co/7f6TJpfcrd — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

When I tried to read @stevenmnuchin1 the law that contradicts his bogus claim to get people less COVID relief, he questioned whether I'm a lawyer. Just want to make sure he has the answer: one of us is a lawyer, and it's not him. https://t.co/iFYzAyflle — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

The COVID-19 crisis has placed an incredible economic burden on families and small businesses. We need to provide direct relief to Americans—and that starts with extending the protections expiring in just a few weeks. (5/5) — PolitiTweet.org

Rep. Katie Porter @RepKatiePorter

As a former professor, I know how crucial it is to protect student borrowers. For months, I’ve been fighting for student loan relief for all during the pandemic. With protections expiring, millions are set to owe money they don’t have on January 1. (4/5) https://t.co/KlAqQUXfNd — PolitiTweet.org