Monterey Times

Jimmy Panetta, a U.S. Congressman representing California’s 19th district since 2017, voiced his concerns regarding recent policies by the Trump administration on social media. Through his tweets, Panetta expressed his determination to advocate for changes that he believes better support the economic and social needs of his constituents.

On April 7, 2025, Panetta criticized former President Trump's tariffs by saying, "President Trump’s sweeping tariffs will hurt American working families, small businesses, and our global standing. I’m fighting to restore Congress’s authority and ensure that our trade policies support people and our economy."

At 16:30 UTC the same day, Panetta shared his immediate actions in response, stating, "This weekend, I immediately brought together our community to hear how Trump’s tariffs will hurt their businesses and harm our economy. From agriculture to clothing to cars to tech, Trump's trade policies are raising costs, disrupting supply chains, and threatening employers,"

Later, at 17:30 UTC, he addressed another concern related to the administration's policies on social welfare programs. Panetta wrote, "This administration’s decision to freeze key food assistance programs threatens millions of Californians and the livelihoods of our farmers. We cannot allow politics to stand in the way of feeding our communities. I’m fighting to get these programs reinstated."