Congressman Brad Delivers UCLA Commencement, Revisits Artificial Intelligence 21 Years Later

Delivered UCLA commencement address discussing artificial intelligence promises and perils.

“Computer engineers are roughly three decades away from creating a self-aware computer with intelligence far in excess of human capacity, even surpassing the capacity of those of us with UCLA degrees.”

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Sherman Secures $1.2 Million for Labor Community Services, Bringing Total Federal Funding to Nearly $4 Million

Secured $1.2 million in federal funding for Labor Community Services food bank modernization.

“This funding will help Labor Community Services deliver food and essential assistance more efficiently to families across Los Angeles County who need it most”

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Reps. Sherman, Tenney, Lawler Lead Bipartisan Push for UK to Designate IRGC as a Terrorist Organization

Led bipartisan letter urging UK to designate Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps as terrorist organization.

“Every day the British Parliament fails to vote on this legislation is another day that the IRGC evades the full impact of our nations’ combined sanctions”

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Congressman Brad Sherman Introduces Legislation to Prevent Oil Companies from Exploiting the Iran War and Put Money Back in Americans’ Pockets

Introduced windfall profits tax on oil companies during Iran war to return revenues to taxpayers.

“The President recently posted on social media that ‘when oil prices go up, we make a lot of money.’ The only ones profiting from higher oil prices are U.S. oil companies”

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Congressman Brad Sherman Introduces Bill to Halt U.S. Oil Exports, Shield Americans from Price Spikes Amid Iran War

Introduced bill halting U.S. oil exports to lower gas prices during Iran war.

“During this period of international instability, we have a responsibility to use all available tools to defend American families and our economy”

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Congressman Brad Sherman Secures Over $1 Million in Federal Funds to Support Jewish Community Safety

Secured over $1 million in federal funds for Jewish community security initiatives in Southern California.

“At a time when antisemitism is rising in Los Angeles, across our country, and around the world, protecting Jewish families, students, houses of worship, and community institutions isn’t optional — it’s essential”

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Congressman Brad Sherman Holds 5th Town Hall of the Year to Address War with Iran, Economic Pressures, and Threats to Democracy

Held town hall to discuss Iran war, economic pressures, and threats to democracy with constituents.

“I appreciate everyone who continues to join our Town Halls, ask thoughtful questions, and stay engaged during one of the most consequential periods our country has faced in years”

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Sherman Statement on Trump's Threat to "Kill a Whole Civilization"

Criticized Trump's threat to destroy Iran's civilization as reckless and dangerous.

“a whole civilization will die tonight, never to be brought back again”

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Over 2,000 Join Congressman Brad Sherman Telephone Town Hall

Held telephone town hall with over 2,000 constituents on national and local issues.

“At a time when families are feeling squeezed by rising costs, travelers are facing chaos at our airports, and the United States risks being pulled deeper into conflict abroad, it’s more important than ever that people stay informed and engaged”

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Sherman Blasts Trump for Blocking TSA Deal, Deploying ICE at Airports to Push Voting Bill

Criticized Trump for blocking TSA funding deal and deploying ICE at airports.

“Trump just blew up a bipartisan deal to end this TSA nightmare because he wants to force through a voter suppression bill”

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Congressman Sherman Will Soon Introduce Bill to Prevent Oil Company Windfalls During Iran War and Deliver Relief to American Families

Will introduce bill imposing windfall profits tax on oil companies during Iran War.

“American families should not be forced to pay more at the pump and at the grocery store simply because of geopolitical turmoil abroad”

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Congressman Brad Sherman Will Soon Introduce Bill to Halt U.S. Oil Exports, Shield Americans from Price Spikes Amid Iran War

Will introduce bill halting U.S. crude oil exports during Iran War.

“At a time of global uncertainty, we must use every available tool to protect the American people”

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Congressman Sherman Statement on antisemitic attack on Michigan Synagogue

Condemned antisemitic attack on Temple Israel synagogue in Michigan.

“I am horrified by the antisemitic attack on Temple Israel in West Bloomfield. All around the world, including here in the U.S, Jewish people, institutions and houses of worship have come under attack. These attacks are shockingly common, yet can never be normalized.”

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Congressman Brad Sherman Demands the Immediate Halt to American Petroleum Exports

Urged President Trump to halt U.S. petroleum exports to protect consumers from rising energy prices.

“Higher oil prices may benefit the largest oil companies, but they function as an unavoidable tax on American families”

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Over 3,500 Residents Join Congressman Brad Sherman Town Hall as Iran War Escalates

Held town hall with 3,500 residents to discuss Iran conflict and war powers.

“At a time when the United States is being drawn toward a dangerous conflict, it’s more important than ever that the American people stay informed and engaged”

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Congressman Brad Sherman Again Honored by Humane World for Animals for Animal Welfare Leadership

Received animal welfare award for 21st consecutive year of perfect voting record.

“As Mahatma Gandhi observed, ‘the greatness of a nation can be judged by the way its animals are treated.’ I am honored to receive this recognition once again from Humane World for Animals”

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Congressman Sherman Commemorates the 1988 Sumgait Pogroms Against Armenians

Commemorated 1988 Sumgait Pogroms against Armenians and condemned anti-Armenian violence.

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Sherman, Sen. Elizabeth Warren & 160 Lawmakers Introduce Direct File Act to Guarantee Free, Easy Tax Filing for Americans

Introduced Direct File Act to restore free IRS tax filing option ended by Trump administration.

“Americans spend too much time and money filing taxes and deserve a free and easy-to-use filing option”

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Sherman, Chu Lead Push Urging USPS to Extend Free Mail Forwarding for Victims of Palisades and Eaton Wildfires

Urged USPS to extend free mail forwarding for Palisades and Eaton wildfire survivors.

“These fires destroyed thousands of homes and displaced tens of thousands of families, and the recovery is far from over”

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Congressman Brad Sherman Sounds Alarm on Potential Saudi Nuclear Deal; Moves to Require Tough Safeguards

Warned against potential U.S.-Saudi nuclear deal lacking strong nonproliferation safeguards.

“America should be leading the world in preventing nuclear proliferation — not lowering the bar”

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Over 5,000 Join Congressman Brad Sherman Telephone Town Hall on Trump and ICE Accountability

Held telephone town hall with 5,000 constituents on Trump policies and ICE accountability.

“I’m grateful to the thousands of constituents who continue to join our Town Halls”

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Sherman Secures Funding for 9 Additional Valley & Westside Projects

Secured $12 million in federal funding for nine Valley and Westside community projects.

“These funds will address vital needs across our community including improvements to our local fire stations, public parks and infrastructure, as well as additional resources to address homelessness and services for those in need”

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Former USAID Chief Samantha Power Backs Sherman, Meeks Bill Seeking Investigation of Deaths from Trump’s USAID Dismantling

Introduced bill directing GAO investigation of deaths from USAID program dismantling.

“Secretary Rubio came before the House Foreign Affairs Committee and lied to America when he claimed ‘no one has died’ from Trump’s USAID shuttering.”

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Sherman, Friedman & Chu Lead Push for ICE Reform & Noem Impeachment

Demanded ICE reform and accountability after two Americans killed in immigration enforcement operations.

“ICE is killing innocent Americans and Kristi Noem and the Trump administration are lying about it. Today I joined to demand justice for victims and their families”

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Congressman Brad Sherman Statement on Trump’s New Palisades Fire Executive Order

Criticized Trump's executive order on Palisades Fire recovery and lack of supplemental aid.

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