Press Releases
Washington, D.C. - The Antiquities Act of 1906, signed into law by President Theodore Roosevelt, was designed to protect areas of cultural, historical, and scientific significance. Its purpose is to preserve these vital resources for the public and for future generations.
The Trump Administration’s efforts to undermine this law will set a dangerous precedent. Rolling back protections not only disregards the intent of the Antiquities Act, it puts at risk the very lands and resources this law was meant to safeguard.
Congressman Dr. Raul Ruiz (CA-25) released the following statement responding to the events occuring across Southern California:
"The events occurring across Southern California over the last few days have made me deeply concerned about the future of American democracy. Democracy requires that both the government and the people accept the rule of law and the Constitution. Sadly, that is not happening now.
Washington, D.C. –Today, CongressmanRaul Ruiz (CA-25) attended Benchmarks Giga + USA. The two-day event explored the rise of USA’s lithium-ion battery gigafactory economy and the need to build secure, sustainable supply chains for lithium, nickel, graphite, cobalt, manganese, rare earths, and other critical raw materials.
Blythe, CA – Today, Congressman Dr. Raul Ruiz (CA-25) issued the following statement after sending a letter to Governor Gavin Newsom urging emergency action to prevent the closure of Palo Verde Hospital in Blythe, California:
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Raul Ruiz, M.D. (D-CA) sent a letter to Governor Gavin Newsom urging him to reconsider any plans that would include closing Calipatria State Prison, following the Governor’s announcement in the May Revision of the California Budget that another state prison will be closed this year.
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Raul Ruiz, M.D. (D-CA) and Congressman August Pfluger (R-TX) announced the introduction of bipartisan legislation to improve participation in clinical trials by underrepresented populations.
Washington, D.C. – Today, Raul Ruiz (CA-25) delivered remarks on the Floor of the House of Representatives regarding the devastating Palm Springs IVF Facility Explosion.
Washington, D.C. –Today, Congressman Dr. Raul Ruiz (CA-25) released the following statement on the explosion reported near American Reproductive Centers IVF facility.
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Raul Ruiz, M.D. (CA-25) and Congressman Gabe Evans (CO-8) introduced the Critical Minerals and Manufacturing Support Act, a bill aimed at strengthening the 45X Advanced Manufacturing Production Credit to spur domestic production of critical clean energy technologies, create good-paying jobs, and enhance U.S. energy security.
Rancho Mirage, CA – Today, Congressman Dr. Raul Ruiz hosted a community town hall in partnership with the House Democratic Steering and Policy Committee, bringing together local leaders, constituents, story tellers and committee members for a robust discussion on the most pressing issues facing California’s 25th District.