ORANGE, Ca. (March 9, 2024) – An inmate housed at the Theo Lacy Facility in Orange passed away while in jail, as reported on March 8, 2024. The individual, who was brought in on March 7, 2024, for a parole violation by the Anaheim Police Department, has not been identified pending notification of next of kin by the Orange County Coroner’s Division.The inmate was discovered unresponsive in his cell on the evening of March 8, 2024. Efforts to revive him were made by deputies and correctional medical staff, but unfortunately, he was pronounced deceased at the Theo Lacy...
Gold Star family members and Congressman Darrell Issa have expressed disappointment in President Biden's failure to address the 13 servicemembers lost in the bombing in Afghanistan on August 26, 2021. In a statement issued after the State of the Union address, the group highlighted the President's ongoing silence on the matter."Last night was a lost opportunity – once again – for President Biden to finally speak in public about the 13 servicemembers lost in the bombing in Afghanistan on August 26, 2021. Once again, he was silent," the statement read.The families of the...
Washington - Congressman Darrell Issa (CA-48) has expressed his strong support for Gold Star families following President Biden's State of the Union Address. Issa criticized the President's speech, stating, "Filled with pointing fingers and placing blame, President Biden’s SOTU address was a defensive and divisive speech typical of a White House unable to acknowledge their failures or accept any responsibility for the disasters on their watch."Issa highlighted the powerful message delivered by California Gold Star father Steve Nikoui, emphasizing the need for...
Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Young Kim (CA-40) has selected Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) Division Chief Scott Wiedensohler as her guest for President Biden’s State of the Union Address on Thursday, March 7, 2024.In a statement, Rep. Kim praised Chief Wiedensohler's dedication and leadership, saying, "Chief Wiedensohler’s leadership is evident across California’s 40th District, from his tireless work on the front lines protecting our communities from wildfires to coordinating the initial response to the terrible Tustin Hangar fire incident. He is a hero, and...
Washington - Congressman Darrell Issa (CA-48) has submitted an amendment to H.R.7511, the Laken Riley Act, that would allow crime victims or their families to sue immigration sanctuary communities. If the Issa proposal becomes law, a sanctuary jurisdiction (i.e., sanctuary city, county, or state) could be held liable in court if an illegal immigrant from the sanctuary jurisdiction later commits a crime against another individual."Laken Riley was failed by so many levels of our government — from Joe Biden’s open borders and reckless catch-and-release policies to New York...
Washington – Congressman Darrell Issa (CA-48) has announced that he will be hosting Coral Briseno, the mother of Marine Corps Cpl. Humberto Sanchez, as his guest for the 2024 State of the Union Address. Cpl. Sanchez was one of 13 U.S. servicemembers killed on August 26, 2021, at the Kabul Airport’s Abbey Gate during the chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan.Regarding the invitation, Rep. Issa expressed, "Humberto Sanchez is a hero. And we will never forget this outstanding young man’s service to our country nor his ultimate sacrifice. Coral is not only a friend, she is an...
"Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Young Kim (CA-40) was honored today with the Distinguished Community Health Center Advocate Award by the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) for her dedicated efforts in supporting Southern California community health centers.In her acceptance of the award, Rep. Young Kim expressed her commitment to the community health centers in her district, stating, "Orange County is home to nearly 30 community health centers that provide quality care to our communities and meet patients’ needs. Community health centers are...
Washington – Last week, the Washington Examiner broke disturbing findings that the U.S. Agency for International Development gave grants to terror-linked non-profit Helping Hand despite an ongoing investigation by the USAID Inspector General into links between the organization and Pakistan-based terrorist group, Falah-e-Insaniat."As a fundamental principle, federal agencies need to allow the IG’s to do their critical oversight work, be responsive to their legal recommendations, and honor the spirit of their investigations. In this case, it is troubling to learn that...
Farms throughout cities in Orange County received $3 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.
Escondido – Last week, Congressman Darrell Issa (CA-48) was named the 2024 Riverside Sheriffs’ Association Elected Official of the Year. Each year, the RSA awards this recognition to an elected official who has provided exceptional commitment and service to the law enforcement mission and the community."It is one of my greatest honors to support our law enforcement throughout my work in Congress. I am humbled to receive this recognition, but it is those who put on the badge every day to protect our communities who truly deserve our commendation. I look forward to a...
Congressman Darrell Issa of California has introduced legislation to recognize the Southern California wine industry for its significant contributions to the local and national economy. Issa made the announcement at an event in Temecula Valley, where he detailed the industry's impact on job creation, revenue generation, and regional tourism.Issa emphasized the importance of acknowledging the resilience and prosperity of the Southern California wine industry, stating, "While Southern California wine country is world-renowned for its quality and picturesque landscapes, the...