“As we rebuild Orange County’s economy, we must put in place common-sense rules to ensure Wall Street and the Big Banks never again gamble with our money and our future,†said Rep. Sanchez. “Wall Street firms may be bouncing back, but Californians continue to suffer from the consequences of their actions. This bill is about whose side you’re on, and I’m on the side of working families.â€
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Rep. Loretta Sanchez calls on state to release Orange County’s fair share of forclosure-prevention funds
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“One of the saddest consequences of the recession has been the foreclosure crisis, which continues to affect the entire Orange County community,†said Rep. Sanchez. “The California Housing Financing Agency needs to hear how badly we’re hurting before it decides how to distribute millions in federal funding. I hope this letter will get Orange County families their fair share.â€
New Indictment For Tan Nguyen
by Chris Prevatt • • 1 Comment
The river of trouble for the 2006 GOP nominee in the 47th Congressional district, Tan Nguyen, is getting deeper. New charges have been filed by federal prosecutors alleging that not only did Nguyen encourage someone to mislead investigators, he did so himself…
Rep. Loretta Sanchez Commends Senate on Quick Confirmation of John Pistole as New TSA Chief
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“In the seventeen months the TSA has been without a leader, our country has experienced two airline-related terrorist incidents and the constant threat of further attacks on our country. While I am disappointed with the lengthy and partisan process it took to confirm a capable Administrator, I am looking forward to working with John Pistole and glad he was confirmed. He is a strong and experienced public servant who will bring a lifetime of law enforcement, counterterrorism, and intelligence knowledge to this critical agency.
Rep. Loretta Sanchez votes for Transparency and Accountability in Campaign Finance System
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“I strongly support the DISCLOSE Act, which will dramatically increase transparency and accountability in political spending. Corporations and foreign governments shouldn’t be allowed to issue a blank check to influence the outcome of our elections. It’s completely inconsistent with our democratic principles.
Rep. Loretta Sanchez: “Let Local Law Enforcement Decide How To Spend Homeland Security Funds”
by Chris Prevatt • • 1 Comment
“I am committed to providing Orange County police officers, fire fighters, and first responders with the resources they need to keep our community safe,†said Rep. Sanchez. “But we’re currently attaching too many strings to these resources. Local law enforcement officers, not Homeland Security bureaucrats, know how to best protect our community from potential threats. We should trust them to make some important spending decisions.â€
Small Business Lending Bill Will Expand Credit, Tax Incentives to Help O.C. Firms Grow
by Bill Spaulding • • 2 Comments
The following press release, presented in its entirety and with original emphasis, arrived today from Rep. Loretta Sanchez Congresswoman’s amendment would encourage smart investments in high-growth industries in Southern California WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez (CA-47) today voted to…
