Rep. Karen Bass (D-Calif.) led introduction of a resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives to recognize July as Muslim American Heritage Month, honoring their contributions throughout our country’s history. The legislation was introduced after a constituent and local Los Angeles community organizer raised the idea of such a designation. Following introduction, the primary authors joined in issuing statements in support of the resolution. “I’m proud to join my House colleagues in introducing this legislation to acknowledge and appreciate the numerous contributions and achievements of Muslim Americans – both throughout history and today,” said Rep Bass. “We must also recognize and address the persistent discrimination and bigotry Muslim Americans have faced and continue to face in this country. This July, and all year long, we commit ourselves to combating prejudice and doing all we can to support Muslim American communities in California and across our nation.
KESQ The House of Representatives passed the Invest in America Act on Thursday. The $715 billion transportation bill includes several additions from Congressman Raul Ruiz that will go towards local projects. The passing of the bill means that the city of Indio will receive $20 million upgrade and expand the Monroe St. / I-10 Interchange. According to the city of Indio. some of the improvements the project will provide include: Reconstructing and widening the I-10/Monroe Street bridge overcrossing and the Coachella Valley Stormwater Channel bridge; Reconstructing and widening the existing on- and off-ramps; Adding an eastbound auxiliary lane between the Monroe Street and Jackson Street interchanges;
Thought Leaders Gather for Forum on Central American Security & Economic Prosperity The forum will examine Central America s Northern Triangle security, governance and socio-economic challenges, as well as recent commitments by the Biden Administration and multilateral development banks for expanded aid to the region. News provided by Share this article Share this article LA JOLLA, Calif., May 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ The Institute of the Americas will convene a two half-day, virtual forum June 2-3, 2021 to examine Central America s Northern Triangle region s (Guatemala, Honduras and El Salvador) challenges and opportunities. Admission is free but registration is required. Central America s Northern Triangle countries are experiencing a historic diaspora to the southern border of the United States and to neighboring countries. The exodus is precipitated by an unprecedented economic contraction. Back-to-back Category 4 hurricanes, a historic pandemic, heightened crime, violence, official corruption and weakening democratic institutions, have produced desperation feeding unprecedented migration.
SAN DIEGO (KUSI) – The San Diego County Board of Supervisors has voted 3-2 in favor of a program that will provide taxpayer funded legal representation for immigrants facing removal proceedings. Supervisors voted after a lengthy public hearing, with many calling in to support Supervisor Terra Lawson-Remer’s proposal, while opponents question why taxpayer dollars should be used in this way. Lawson-Remer is championing the vote, claiming “Due Process for All,” is an obligation for San Diego County. Democrat Congressman Juan Vargas issued a statement in support saying, “by providing legal representation to individuals in immigration proceedings who cannot afford an attorney, we protect the widely shared American values of due process and fairness.”
BRAWLEY â A Superior Court jury on Friday found Imperial County Office of Education Trustee Annette Gonzalez-Buttner guilty on all four felony counts she faced. She has been convicted of two counts of perjury, one count of grand theft and a violation of state election law, all tied to a false declaration of residency in 2017 when she was filing her candidacy on the ICOE board. Sentencing is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. May 27 at the Brawley Superior courthouse. The verdict was announced Friday morning after almost two days of jury deliberation. The jury agreed Gonzalez-Buttner was actually living in Santa Clara when she filed her 2017 candidate paperwork, but listed her domicile as her fatherâs home in Calexico (an apartment at the Calexico Gardens Apartments on Rockwood Avenue).