SLO Reporter

Rep. Salud Carbajal, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing California's 24th district, recently expressed his concerns and reflections through a series of tweets. Carbajal has been vocal about issues affecting his constituents and has a history of public service, having previously served on the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors.

On December 5, 2024, Carbajal highlighted the ongoing threat of wildfires on the Central Coast. He stated, "Wildfires remain a critical risk on the Central Coast, and I will keep fighting for increased resources to promote prevention and preparedness." This underscores his commitment to addressing environmental challenges facing his district.

The same day marked seven years since the start of the Thomas Fire, prompting Carbajal to reflect on past events. In a tweet, he mentioned "Today marks 7 years since the start of the Thomas Fire — and I'm reflecting on the losses we endured and remembering the outstanding dedication of first responders who helped so many families in Ventura and Santa Barbara counties." This acknowledgment pays tribute to both victims and emergency personnel involved in combating one of California's largest wildfires.

Later that day, Carbajal criticized certain fiscal policies proposed by far-right House Republicans. He tweeted "Far-right House Republicans are planning to reward their biggest donors with massive tax breaks while doing nothing to make life more affordable or grow our economy. It's time to ditch the billionaire tax break agenda & work to lower your costs." His remarks reflect his stance against policies he views as favoring wealthy individuals at the expense of broader economic growth.