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'Now I'm back in the fight for 2024' : Palm Springs' Rollins on bid for 41st congressional district
By Coachella Valley Times Report | May 18, 2023
Democrat Will Rollins is planning a rematch with Republican Congressman Ken Calvert in the 2024 election after one close race in 2022.
Calvert’s Legal Workforce Act approved: 'We want people to come to our nation through our legal immigration pathways'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | May 1, 2023
On April 19, the House Judiciary Committee approved the Border Security and Enforcement Act (HR 2640), which includes the Legal Workforce Act (HR 319), proposed by U.S. Rep. Ken Calvert (R-Corona) earlier this year.
Former California Sen. Melendez says ‘Californians deserve a fuel economy' despite new Senate bill
By Sam Jackson | Apr 30, 2023
Former California State Sen. Melissa Melendez recently spoke out against California’s Senate bill SBX1-2, which Melendez said could cause fuel prices to spike and hurt residents.
Calvert on bill to lower energy costs: ‘It will put us back on track to produce more energy responsibly and efficiently here in America’
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Apr 13, 2023
U.S. Rep. Ken Calvert (R-CA), along with a bipartisan majority (225 to 204) of the House of Representatives, voted for H.R. 1, a bill to lower energy costs, on March 30.
Former Palm Springs mayor to run for California Senate
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Mar 23, 2023
Former Palm Springs Mayor Lisa Middleton, after making history as the first transgender mayor in California, has announced her candidacy for the state Senate, which would be another transgender first.
Heritage Foundation backs California conservative think tank
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jan 24, 2023
The Heritage Foundation applauded the California-based organization Golden State Policy Council (GSPC), a conservative think tank aimed at putting academic research to legislative use, at a kickoff event Jan. 9 at Desert Willow Golf Resort in Palm Desert.
Calvert votes for Family and Small Business Taxpayer Protection Act: ‘The last thing American families need is an army of IRS agents’
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jan 12, 2023
Congressman Ken Calvert (CA-41) voted along with a 221-210 House of Representatives majority to approve the Family and Small Business Taxpayer Protection Act on Monday.
Calvert: Ukraine fight is 'the frontline of defending liberty and democracy'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Jan 6, 2023
Moved by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's recent address to Congress, California Rep. Ken Calvert (R-Corona) and many others are showing their willingness to further fuel Ukraine's defense against the Russian invasion.
Freitas: California's vote against sale of flavored nicotine products protects kids from 'lifetime of addiction'
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Nov 14, 2022
As a result of Tuesday's election, the sale of flavored tobacco products continues to be banned in the State of California.
Survey: Wallis, Holstege in statistical voting tie for state assembly District 47
By David Beasley | Nov 1, 2022
Greg Wallis and Christy Holstege are in a statistical voting tie among active voters for state assembly, District 47, according to a new survey.
Press-Enterprise, San Bernardino Sun endorse Wallis for California's 47th Assembly District
By Andy Nghiem | Oct 20, 2022
The Press-Enterprise and The San Bernardino Sun both provided editorial endorsements for Greg Wallis, running for California's 47th Assembly District.
Calvert supports SBIR, STTR programs: ‘They are tools that can help our country maintain its technological edge’
By Caleb Lombardo | Oct 6, 2022
U.S. Rep. Ken Calvert is stressing the importance of staying on the cutting edge of technology and innovation this month when it comes to small business and supporting technology.
Bill designating ‘Marine Lance Corporal Kareem Nikoui Memorial Post Office’ heads to President
By Tamara Browning | Oct 3, 2022
A bill sponsored by U.S. Rep. Ken Calvert (R-California) to rename the Norco (California) Post Office to Marine Lance Corporal Kareem Nikoui Memorial Post Office has passed the House and Senate and is headed to President Biden for signature.
Mejia to speak on ranked-choice voting Tuesday; 'all residents of Palm Desert Green Country Club' invited
By Donna Rolando | Sep 12, 2022
The Republican and Democrat clubs in Palm Desert will host a meeting for residents on Tuesday to discuss the system of ranked-choice voting now active in the city.
'We've received no explanation': Rep. Ken Calvert calls for accountability from Biden one year after Afghanistan attack
By Karen Kidd | Aug 27, 2022
Congressman Ken Calvert (R-Corona), the top Republican on the House Defense Appropriations Subcommittee, is demanding accountability from President Joe Biden for the Kabul, Afghanistan, airport terror attack.
Wallis, AD-47 candidate, commits to ‘10 common-sense reforms’ to help California
By Kasey Schefflin-Emrich | Aug 26, 2022
Greg Wallis, Republican candidate for California’s Assembly District 47, has laid out a plan for his potential first days in office focused on making the state more affordable, safe and livable for its residents.
ONE-PS, Palm Springs Cultural Center to host City Council candidate forums
By Laurie A. Luebbert | Aug 23, 2022
The Organized Neighborhoods of Palm Springs (ONE-PS), in partnership with the Palm Springs Cultural Center, will host a series of City Council candidate forums from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Oct. 1-2 at the Palm Springs Cultural Center.
Palm Springs new city clerk brings 'wealth of experience' to position
By John Kelly | Aug 22, 2022
Brenda Pree, the current city clerk for Pittsburgh, was recently hired to be the city clerk for Palm Springs, California.
American Matters Political Action Committee donates to Hageman campaign
By Press Release | Aug 22, 2022
AMERICAN MATTERS POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE (AMPAC) an offshoot of East Valley Republican Women Patriots, donated $1,000 to Harriet Hageman’s Congressional campaign after she announced her candidacy.
Hawkins looks at the big picture, from border fallout to 'out-of-control inflation' as he runs for U.S. House
By Donna Rolando | Aug 17, 2022
Pastor Brian Hawkins, GOP candidate for U.S. House District 25, is envisioning safer neighborhoods, safer lives and an economy that doesn't oppress citizens in Coachella Valley.