Congressman Jay Obernolte, District 23 | Official U.S. House headshot
Congressman Jay Obernolte, District 23 | Official U.S. House headshot
Rep. Jay Obernolte, a member of the U.S. Congress representing California’s 23rd district, has been vocal on several key issues through his recent tweets. Obernolte, who succeeded Paul Cook in 2021, continues to express his viewpoints on government spending, veteran support, and technological advancements.
On February 18, 2025, Rep. Obernolte addressed fiscal concerns by stating that "The U.S. government doesn’t have a revenue problem—in 2024 it collected its highest-ever amount of tax revenue—but a reckless spending problem that continues to drive our national debt higher." He emphasized the need for significant reductions in what he considers wasteful government programs.
In another post dated February 20, 2025, Rep. Obernolte expressed his support for legislation aiding veterans: "I'm supporting the Housing Unhoused Disabled Veterans Act to ensure disabled veterans aren’t penalized for receiving the benefits they’ve earned." The bill aims to facilitate access to housing assistance for disabled veterans.
On the same day, Rep. Obernolte highlighted the transformative potential of artificial intelligence: "AI is poised to transform industries like manufacturing, revolutionizing both efficiency and innovation." He mentioned an AI Task Force report designed to guide policy decisions towards responsible implementation of AI technology.
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