Representative Jimmy Panetta, serving California’s 19th district in the U.S. Congress, shared several updates via his social media account on March 19, 2025. These updates cover topics ranging from local appointments to national security concerns.
In a tweet posted at 19:00 UTC, Rep. Panetta congratulated Casey Day on his upcoming appointment as Pacific Grove’s new Chief of Police. He noted Day’s extensive experience and background as a U.S. Marine and former Chief in Fortuna, emphasizing his readiness to lead with “trust, partnership, and community safety.” The original post can be found here.
Later that day, at 20:00 UTC, Rep. Panetta expressed his enthusiasm after visiting Los Arboles Middle School. He highlighted the importance of financial literacy for students participating in the SIFMA Foundation’s Capitol Hill Challenge, stating it was inspiring to see young people acquiring skills that will “set them up for success.” This update is available here.
At 23:30 UTC, Rep. Panetta voiced concerns over cuts to the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). He warned that these reductions could jeopardize America’s national security by undermining defense capabilities during a critical nuclear modernization effort. His remarks were aimed at highlighting potential risks associated with firing top scientists and engineers. The full statement can be accessed here.
