For Immediate Release
December 17, 2025
Contact: Adam Russell
WHITTIER, Calif. – State and local officials from Los Angeles and Orange counties today announced their support for Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez’s (D-Whittier) re-election campaign. Sanchez is running to represent California’s newly drawn 41st congressional district, which includes portions of Los Angeles and Orange counties that she currently represents or has previously represented in Congress, including her hometown of Whittier.
“I’m honored to have the support of so many people across the district,” said Congresswoman Linda Sánchez. “My home, office, and campaign headquarters are all in the new district, and I’ve represented nearly 85 percent of it in Congress. I’m grateful to have worked alongside so many dedicated and thoughtful leaders. Together, we’ve strengthened the communities we call home, and I look forward to continuing our partnership to make California’s 41st district one of the best places to live and work in Southern California.”
“Linda Sánchez is battling Trump’s unlawful agenda and its attacks on health care for seniors, jobs for working class families, and fire prevention in California,” said Assemblymember Lisa Calderon. “She’s in the trenches rallying Congress to push back on Trump and end his outright assault on our democracy. Linda is my Congresswoman, and I wouldn’t want anyone else fighting for me.”
“I’ve seen firsthand how dedicated Congresswoman Sánchez is to serving Southeast Los Angeles working families,” said Supervisor Janice Hahn, Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors. “As a leader in the California delegation, she has secured significant federal resources for our infrastructure, our schools, and our communities, including $2.5 million to add bike lanes, sidewalks, and streetlights in South Whittier. I value the strong partnership we’ve built and look forward to continuing our work together on behalf of the new 41st congressional district.”
“Congresswoman Sánchez has a long record of working on the issues important to Orange County,” said Chair Doug Chaffee, Orange County Board of Supervisors. “Because she grew up in this community, she personally understands the challenges we face. She has been a steadfast advocate for improving our infrastructure, protecting our environment, and making life more affordable for working families. Her deep roots here give her a unique perspective on what our residents need, and she has consistently delivered thoughtful, effective solutions for Southern Californian families.”
United States Congress
Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries
Democratic Whip Katherine Clark
Democratic Caucus Chairman Pete Aguilar
U.S. Representative Gil Cisneros
U.S. Representative Robert Garcia
U.S. Representative Jimmy Gomez
U.S. Representative Ted Lieu
U.S. Representative Luz Rivas
U.S. Representative Lucille Roybal-Allard (retired)
U.S. Representative Norma Torres
California State Senate
Senator Bob Archuleta
California State Assembly
Assemblymember Lisa Calderon
Assemblymember Blanca Pacheco
Assemblymember Sharon Quirk-Silva
Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors
Supervisor Janice Hahn
Orange County Board of Supervisors
Supervisor Doug Chaffee, Chair
City of Bellflower
Mayor Pro Tem Victor Sanchez
Councilmember Sonny R. Santa Ines
City of Downey
Mayor Pro Tem Horacio Ortiz
Councilmember Mario Trujillo
City of Lakewood
Councilmember Steve Croft
City of La Habra
Mayor Jose Medrano
Mayor Pro Tem James Gomez
Councilmember Daren Nigsarian
City of La Mirada
Mayor Ed Eng
Mayor Pro Tem Anthony Otero
Councilmember John Lewis
Councilmember Steve de Ruse
Councilmember Michelle Velasquez Bean
City of Long Beach
Councilmember Megan Kerr
City of Norwalk
Mayor Pro Tem Margarita Rios
City of Pico Rivera
Mayor Gustavo Camacho
Mayor Pro Tem Monica Sánchez
Councilmember Andrew Lara
Councilmember Erik Lutz
Councilmember Johnny Garcia
City of Santa Fe Springs
Mayor Bill Rounds
Councilmember Juanita Martin
Councilmember John Mora
City of Whittier
Councilmember Mary Ann Pacheco
Background
Sánchez, the proud daughter of Mexican immigrant parents and a lifelong Southern Californian, has spent her career fighting for people who too often don’t have a seat at the table. From her early days as a labor lawyer challenging abusive corporations and protecting workers from exploitation to her tenure as the first woman of color to lead her party on the influential Ways and Means Trade Subcommittee, Sánchez has shown she is never afraid to take on tough battles.
Before entering public service, Sánchez was a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers and became the first female IBEW member ever elected to Congress. As a senior member of the House Ways and Means Committee, she has fought to bring jobs back from overseas, strengthen American manufacturing, and ensure international trade deals protect American workers rather than large corporations and powerful special interests.
A leader in Congress, Sánchez is currently the House Democratic Chief Deputy Whip. She is the former chair of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus and the current chair of BOLD PAC, the campaign arm of the CHC. She has used her leadership positions to expand Latino representation in Congress and champion policies that uplift working families, women, and immigrants.
A graduate of UC Berkeley and UCLA Law, Sánchez lives in Whittier with her son, Joaquín and their dog Scully. She is one of only 13 women in history to give birth while serving in Congress.
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