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Emergency physician, public servant, and dad. Proudly serving California's 25th Congressional District.
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Read my statement in response to today’s meeting between President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodmyr Zelenskyy at the White House.

submitted 17 hours ago • 17 comments

Last week, I had a listening session with Black Community Leaders from across #CA25. I am grateful for their leadership, service, and contributions to our communities. They inspire me to stay strong during adversity and to remain hopeful.

submitted 23 hours ago • 0 comments

Look, it’s pretty concerning that Elon Musk is using DOGE AI to respond to posts, but hey, at least in this situation, they got it right! “This isn’t efficiently. It’s betrayal” to our veterans.

submitted 1 day ago • 1 comment

During yesterday’s telephone town hall, one question kept coming up again and again…What can we do? The short answer: Stay engaged.

submitted 1 day ago • 6 comments

I just wrapped up my first telephone town hall of 2025! People from the Coachella Valley to the Imperial Valley, San Jacinto, Blythe and up to Needles, and everywhere in between joined the call. Hearing your concerns and answering your questions reminds me why I fight for you every day in Congress.

submitted 2 days ago • 9 comments

I met with City of #NeedlesCA Mayor Janet Jernigan and her fabulous team to discuss federal funding, housing issues, and the importance of small businesses for the people of Needles.   I will continue to advocate for all communities throughout #CA25.

submitted 2 days ago • 3 comments

I’m gearing up for a long night in committee to demand Congress, under a Republican majority, fulfill their constitutional duty to provide oversight on this administration and hold Trump accountable for his illegal funding freezes and their impacts on essential programs my constituents rely on.

submitted 3 days ago • 11 comments

Honored to join the National Association of Community Health Centers Annual Policy and Issues Forum. As an emergency physician and Congressman, I’ve seen how Trump’s funding cuts and illegal freezes negatively impact community health centers, disrupting care, payroll, and critical services.

submitted 3 days ago • 0 comments

Today marks three years since Russia invaded Ukraine, starting the biggest war in Europe since World War II. Read my statement in the #DesertSun, where I respond to President Trump’s claim that President Zelensky is a dictator. Let’s not forget who we are and which side of history we choose.

submitted 4 days ago • 2 comments

I want to hear from you! Mark your calendars for my telephone townhall on 2/26 at 5:30pm PST. To listen live, visit my Facebook Page at @RepRaulRuizMD. Tune in to learn how I’m standing up for our communities. I’ll be discussing Trump’s Executive Orders, the federal funding freeze, and more.

submitted 4 days ago • 10 comments

I never consented to handing over my Social Security Number, home address, and bank account information to billionaire bully Elon Musk’s DOGE. You didn’t consent to this either.

submitted 4 days ago • 6 comments

🔁 Missed my Instagram Live with @RepUnderwood yesterday? We broke down the threats to Medicaid and what’s at stake. Catch the full replay here! youtu.be/W_LbgrD78os

submitted 7 days ago • 5 comments

Trump referring to himself as king?!! F&$# that! Americans serve no king! This is America! #1776

submitted 8 days ago • 8 comments

⏰ UPDATE: Our Instagram Live will now start at 4:15pm PT / 6:15pm CT

submitted 8 days ago • 3 comments

🚨 I’m LIVE at 4pm PT! Join me and @underwood.house.gov on Instagram Live to talk about threats to Medicaid, Medicare & the Affordable Care Act. As a doctor, I know how these cuts hurt our communities. Tune in to learn what they could mean for you!

submitted 8 days ago • 6 comments

I had the honor of joining the American Medical Association to discuss protecting Medicare access for seniors and my bill, the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act. Let’s get it done!

submitted 9 days ago • 6 comments

Elon Musk and DOGE are trying to access detailed financial information about every American, an invasion of privacy and a threat to your digital security. I cosponsored the Taxpayer Data Protection Act to safeguard your personal information.

submitted 10 days ago • 8 comments

Thousands of hard working families in our communities get their care at Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC). Glad to have met with DAP Health, Health Center Partners SoCal, and leaders of local FQHCs to protect health care for underserved communities from potential cuts to Medi-Cal.

submitted 10 days ago • 6 comments

Congratulations to California Indian Nations College on their recent pre-accreditation status, which is a historic step in serving our Indigenous communities. It was a pleasure to meet with #CINC students to discuss how CINC’s programs propel our local students to a successful career.

submitted 11 days ago • 2 comments

Happy Valentine’s Day to my forever Valentine! I’m so blessed to share this life with my wife, Monica, and our beautiful daughters, Sage and Sky. Wishing everyone a wonderful Valentine’s Day!

submitted 14 days ago • 7 comments

🚨BREAKING: VA slashes 1000 jobs of disabled veterans, military spouses & medical researchers in massive cuts. $98M in claimed "savings" = longer wait times & reduced care for veterans. This isn't reform - it's a reckless abandonment of those who served.

submitted 14 days ago • 19 comments

I have always stood up for veterans. President Trump’s hiring freeze and illegal funding freeze will lead to staffing cuts and delays in veterans’ access to benefits and health care.

submitted 15 days ago • 5 comments

Extreme House Republicans are at it again with their latest bait-and-switch budget. They claim it’s about cutting fraud, waste, and abuse, but watch my video to find out what their plan really does... youtube.com/shorts/zSu4w...

submitted 15 days ago • 6 comments

A picture is worth a thousand words: Elon Musk, the Un-Elected President of the United States. We cannot allow unelected and unaccountable billionaires like Elon Musk to seize control of our government. So, I’ll keep fighting.

submitted 21 days ago • 18 comments

RFK Jr.’s vaccine misinformation puts lives at risk. We must stand up to protect people’s health. 🎥 Watch my remarks from my press conference outside US Department of Health and Human Services, where I joined my colleagues to call on the Senate to reject his confirmation. youtu.be/uLNK_lmW3Ls?...

submitted 21 days ago • 3 comments

RFK Jr.’s false anti-vaccine beliefs creates doubt in our most effective public health interventions, which puts millions of lives at risk and harms our communities.

submitted 22 days ago • 5 comments

🚨 At 5 PM ET, join me and a dozen Members of Congress as we call on the Senate to reject Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination for Secretary of Health and Human Services. Watch the livestream here: youtube.com/live/_Wn_3j8... #RejectRFKJr

submitted 22 days ago • 5 comments

I recently met with local faith leaders, school officials, farm worker representatives, and immigration law experts. It was very upsetting to hear about the fear that Trump’s draconian, indiscriminate and cruel mass deportation program is having on our local communities. (1/6)

submitted 23 days ago • 3 comments

We need to work on lowering costs for American families not raise them! Almost all economists have warned that indiscriminately raising tariffs on our key economic neighbors will RAISE COSTS for middle class families already struggling with inflation.

submitted 24 days ago • 8 comments

This week, I attended #CelebrateChuckwalla, hosted by Protect CA Deserts - alongside conservationists, tribal nations, renewable energy leaders, business owners, and key partners. Thank you to all the supporters that were an integral part of getting #ChuckwallaNationalMonument designated!

submitted 28 days ago • 8 comments

I’m fighting back against Trump’s Project 2025 executive orders, which have already hurt local community health centers and Head Start programs.

submitted 28 days ago • 7 comments

Many of you have shared concerns about Trump’s extreme Project 2025 and its freeze on federal funding for our communities. I’m breaking down how these unconstitutional attacks threaten health care, education, and jobs. Watch here: youtu.be/g4UqtEHFVTc

submitted 28 days ago • 13 comments

The crash at Reagan National Airport in D.C. is heartbreaking. My heart goes out to the families of victims. Thank you to the first responders, especially those that performed search and rescue in the freezing water in the dark.

submitted 29 days ago • 6 comments

#TaxSeason is here! File your taxes quickly and securely by using the IRS Direct File tool. Over 5 million Californians can use the IRS Direct File tool to file taxes for free. It’s fast, easy, and secure. Visit DirectFile.irs.gov to get started!

submitted 32 days ago • 12 comments

It’s always good to visit friends at the Pass Area Veterans Expo. We spoke to veterans and began our casework advocacies to serve them. I have & will consistently show up for our brave veterans who served our nation. Thank you for giving my team and me the opportunity to serve you. It’s our honor.

submitted 34 days ago • 4 comments

Happy Friday! There’s nothing better than starting the day with a sip from my #CoachellaValleyCoffee cup while working hard for the incredible people of our district. It’s my little way of bringing a taste of our desert to Washington, DC! 🌵

submitted 35 days ago • 3 comments