Lieu Review 10/24/25: What Trump's Focused On

Dear neighbor,

Let’s talk about what Trump has been focused on during week 4 of the Republican government shutdown, by the numbers:

$40,000,000,000 to bail out Argentina.

$250,000,000 for a new White House ballroom.

$1,000,000,000 to retrofit a Qatari jet.

$200,000,000 for Kristi Noem's private jet.

$230,000,000 for a Department of Justice payout to Trump himself.

Nothing for you, your wallet, or your healthcare costs.

Republicans control the White House, the Senate, and the House. Where are Republicans? They are still on vacation because Speaker Johnson canceled votes in Washington.

House Democrats are fighting for you –– to lower costs and save healthcare. This week in Washington, I hosted a live conversation with Jessica Altman, Executive Director of Covered California, and three community members who shared their personal experiences with the uncertainty of the Republican healthcare crisis. Check it out.

As we head into another week of the Republican government shutdown, I will continue to hold the line and demand the President and House Republicans focus on the American people, not themselves.

UPCOMING STUDENT OPPORTUNITY DEADLINES: Congressional App Challenge submissions are due October 30. For more information, visit here. Applications for my LA office’s Spring 2026 Internships are due October 31. My DC office is now accepting applications until November 7. To apply, visit this page.

My LA office is available at (323) 651-1040 if you need help with a federal agency, or you can go to our webpage here. 

I look forward to updating you again soon.

Warmly,

Ted