SW Riverside News

Rep. Ken Calvert, a longstanding member of the U.S. Congress representing California's 41st District since 1993, has recently shared his views on several key policy issues via social media. His statements cover topics ranging from federal water policies to forest management and border security.

On January 21, 2025, Rep. Calvert expressed support for a recent executive order by President Trump concerning federal water policies affecting the California Bay Delta. He stated, "I welcome President Trump's executive order on federal water policies impacting operations in the California Bay Delta. We need to restore common sense policies that prioritize the water needs of our communities and farmers."

Later that day, he highlighted legislative efforts aimed at improving forest management practices. In his tweet posted on January 21, 2025, he remarked on the bipartisan Fix Our Forests Act: "The bipartisan Fix Our Forests Act would simplify and expedite environmental reviews for forest management projects as well as enact other reforms to help prevent wildfires. I'm thankful this bill is heading to the House floor this week and look forward to its passage."

On January 22, 2025, Rep. Calvert addressed border security concerns in response to what he perceives as ineffective policies by the Biden Administration. He tweeted: "The Biden Administration’s open borders policies created a humanitarian crisis and threat to our national security. I applaud President Trump for acting immediately to secure the border. We have every right to enforce our borders, vet who is coming into our country, and maintain…"