SLO Reporter

Rep. Salud Carbajal, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing California’s 24th district, has shared sentiments on diverse topics recently through social media posts. His messages have touched upon international, local community, and environmental issues, reflecting his broad engagement with both his constituents and global matters.

On April 21, 2025, Carbajal expressed his sorrow over the death of Pope Francis. He highlighted the Pope's "unwavering commitment to compassion, justice, and care for the most vulnerable" and hoped that his legacy would "continue to inspire us all." "I'm deeply saddened by the passing of Pope Francis. His unwavering commitment to compassion, justice, and care for the most vulnerable has left a profound mark on the world. May his legacy continue to inspire us all."

In a local focus, on April 22, 2025, Carbajal acknowledged the Ventura Avenue Adult Center, praising it as "a great resource for our seniors." He also mentioned that he had received a tour of the center from Mayor Jeanette Sanchez-Palacios. The visit underscored his attention to local resources benefiting seniors and his collaboration with local officials. "The Ventura Avenue Adult Center is a great resource for our seniors, providing many free programs and services. Mayor Jeanette Sanchez-Palacios was kind enough to give me a tour of this important space."

Contributing to the environmental discourse, Carbajal wished his followers "Happy #EarthDay" on April 22, 2025, addressing his message to the Central Coast community. This communicates his engagement with environmental issues and celebration of this globally recognized day. "Happy #EarthDay, Central Coast! "

Salud Carbajal was born in Moroleón, Guanajuato, in 1964 and has lived in Santa Barbara since his family immigrated to the United States. An alumnus of the University of California, Santa Barbara, he graduated with a BA in 1990 and previously served on the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors from 2005 to 2017.