(Photo of Congresswoman Doris Matsui (CA-07) official Facebook page.)
(SACRAMENTO, CA) — Congresswoman Doris Matsui (CA-07) and Congressman Mike Thompson (CA-04) on Tuesday, Jan. 27, called for sweeping reforms to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), citing urgent concerns over transparency, accountability, and public safety. Speaking outside the John E. Moss Federal Building, the lawmakers warned that unchecked federal enforcement is endangering lives in Sacramento and across the nation.
According to the online news release, the press conference follows the recent killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, which Matsui and Thompson condemned as part of a broader pattern of abuse. Both lawmakers urged Congress to halt ICE funding and remove DHS Secretary Kristi Noem from office, pointing to escalating violence and lack of oversight. They highlighted incidents in Sacramento where peaceful demonstrators outside the Moss Building were harmed, including a DHS vehicle collision and an attack on legal observers.
“From Sacramento to Minneapolis, we see the same dangerous trend: more force, less transparency, and zero accountability,” said Congresswoman Matsui, in the news release. “This is the fifth time I’ve stood outside this building demanding answers. ICE must leave our communities, and Congress must stop funding abuse disguised as enforcement. We will not stop until independent accountability is in place.”
“Like so many Americans, I am sickened by ICE’s actions in Minneapolis,” said Congressman Thompson, in the news release. “Enough is enough. Our Republican colleagues must join us to impeach Kristi Noem, cut ICE funding, and end this chaos.”
For months, Matsui has pressed DHS for transparency regarding conditions inside the Moss Building and the conduct of federal agents. Both Matsui and Thompson have emerged as leading voices for reform, co-sponsoring impeachment articles against Secretary Noem and voting against DHS funding bills that expand agency power without oversight.
OpGov.ai reports the debate now moves to the U.S. Senate, where lawmakers face a critical choice: approve DHS funding or demand accountability. Matsui and Thompson reiterated their stance—Congress cannot continue to fund DHS without systemic reform.
Matsui Gains Momentum Ahead of Party Convention
According to recent reports from online news sources, Congresswoman Matsui earned a commanding majority—57% of votes—in the California Democratic Party’s pre-endorsement process, significantly outpacing her nearest opponent’s 34%. This strong grassroots support positions Matsui as a leading voice not only on public safety and accountability but also within her party. The final endorsement decision will be made at the California Democratic Party convention next month.
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