Press Releases
Rep. Mike Levin Honors Encinitas Resident Michaelle Jinnette as July 2026 Constituent of the Month
Michaelle Jinnette Encinitas, CA—Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) named Encinitas resident Michaelle Jinnette as his July 2026 Constituent of the Month for turning a devastating diagnosis into a worldwide effort to bring research and hope to families facing rare KCNH1-related disorders. Michaelle founded the Cure KCNH1 Foundation after her son Tristan received an ultra-rare genetic diagnosis at just 15 months old.[1] Now 6, Tristan cannot speak, has an intellectual disability, and lives with … Continue Reading
July 28, 2026
Rep. Mike Levin Applauds Selection of Potential Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campuses
Washington, D.C.—Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) applauded the Department of Energy’s (DOE) announcement of five states to serve as potential sites for Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campuses. The Innovation Campuses are intended to house solutions for the nation’s nuclear waste challenges by supporting activities across the full nuclear fuel cycle, including fuel fabrication, enrichment, reprocessing used nuclear fuel, and disposal of used nuclear fuel. Five states—Utah, Tennessee, Oklahoma, … Continue Reading
July 22, 2026
Rep. Mike Levin’s Statement on the House 2027 National Defense Authorization Act
Washington, D.C.—Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) released the following statement after voting against the House-drafted version of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27 NDAA): “Historically, the NDAA has been a bipartisan bill that receives overwhelming support from Democrats and Republicans to provide our troops and their families with pay raises and critical funding for military construction projects, healthcare, and more. As the proud representative of Marine … Continue Reading
July 16, 2026
Rep. Mike Levin Introduces New Bill to Help Families Afford IVF Costs
Washington, D.C.—Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) and Rep. Mike Carey (OH-15) introduced a new bipartisan bill, the Fertility Cost Relief Act, to allow individuals to withdraw money from their IRA or 401K without penalty to help pay for fertility expenses. The Fertility Cost Relief Act would allow an individual to withdraw up to $20,000 from their retirement account to pay for the cost of fertility treatment, including IVF, without penalty. Current law imposes a 10% tax penalty for any … Continue Reading
July 15, 2026
Rep. Mike Levin’s Statement on Massie Amendment
Washington, D.C.—Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) released the following statement on the Massie amendment: "The suffering caused by the Israeli-Palestinian conflict is staggering. Tens of thousands of Palestinians have been killed in Gaza and families across the region, Israeli and Palestinian alike, have endured unimaginable loss. American policy must confront these realities honestly, not diminish them. "The Massie amendment on the House floor today does not live up to that standard. Its … Continue Reading
June 30, 2026
Rep. Mike Levin Honors Oceanside Residents Esmeralda Gonzalez and David Ontiveros as June 2026 Co-Constituents of the Month
Esmeralda Gonzalez and David Ontiveros Oceanside, CA — Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) named Oceanside residents Esmeralda Gonzalez and David Ontiveros as his June 2026 Co-Constituents of the Month. They both exhibit extraordinary dedication to supporting the LGBTQ community in North County San Diego. David has served on the Pride by the Beach Planning Committee for three years, and Esmeralda for two. Together, they have been indispensable to the organization's mission, showing up … Continue Reading
June 24, 2026
Rep. Mike Levin Demands Investigation into Shady Pentagon Loan Given to Company Linked to Trump’s Son
Watch Rep. Levin’s Remarks Here Washington, D.C.—Today, during a House Appropriations Committee markup, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) introduced an amendment to require the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to investigate a $620 million loan awarded to Vulcan Elements. The amendment was rejected by Republicans on the Appropriations Committee, except for Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04) who supported it. Republicans gave no substantive reasons for rejecting the amendment. In November 2025, the … Continue Reading
June 20, 2026
Rep. Mike Levin Hosts Town Hall in Carlsbad
Watch Rep. Levin’s Full Town Hall Carlsbad, CA—On Saturday June 20th, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) hosted a town hall with constituents at the Carlsbad Library and answered questions on a wide range of pressing issues facing the district, state, and nation. Rep. Levin welcomed two special guests: Professor Carl Luna from the University of San Diego to discuss the unprecedented corruption in government, and Oceanside resident Dawn to discuss how the expiration of the Affordable Care Act tax … Continue Reading
June 12, 2026
Rep. Mike Levin and Colleagues Demand ICE Reverse New Restrictions on Oversight Visits to Detention Facilities
Washington, D.C.—Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) led 77 House colleagues in a letter to ICE’s Acting Director David Venturella demanding ICE reverse new policies that would restrict congressional oversight visits and interactions with detainees. On May 11, Reps. Levin and Sara Jacobs (CA-51) made an unannounced oversight visit to the Otay Mesa Detention Center where they were handed ICE’s new internal policy memorandum, “Restoring Order and Integrity to Congressional Visits to Detention … Continue Reading
June 03, 2026
Rep. Mike Levin Fights to Ban Drilling Off of California & Florida Coasts
Watch Rep. Levin’s Remarks Here Washington, D.C.—Today, during a House Appropriations Committee markup, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) introduced an amendment to prohibit leasing activities for oil and gas off the coast of California and in the Eastern Gulf near Florida. The amendment was rejected by Republicans on the Appropriations Committee—including Republican Members who represent Florida. In November 2025, the Trump Administration announced new offshore drilling plans for the nation that … Continue Reading
June 01, 2026
After 26 Years, Rep. Mike Levin and Army Corps Secure Federal Plan to Bring Sand Back to Oceanside’s Beaches
Watch Rep. Levin’s Full Remarks Here OCEANSIDE, CA — Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) today announced a breakthrough in the decades-long fight to restore Oceanside’s eroding coastline: after 26 years, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has released a draft plan to bring sand back to the city’s beaches through long-term beach nourishment. He was joined by Mayor Esther Sanchez, Deputy Mayor Eric Joyce, the Army Corps, local business owner Donna Kalez, and environmental advocate Bob Ashton. The … Continue Reading
May 28, 2026
Rep. Mike Levin Honors 101-year-old WWII Veteran Alfred Sabory as May 2026 Constituent of the Month
Alfred Sabory San Clemente, CA—Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) named 101-year-old WWII veteran Alfred Sabory as his May 2026 Constituent of the Month. Alfred, a California native and current San Clemente resident, enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Corps at just 17 years old. He served as a radio operator and .50-caliber machine gunner aboard a B-17 bomber with the 8th Air Force, 457th Bomber Group, 740th Bombardment Squadron, stationed at Glatton Air Base in England in 1944. Over the course of … Continue Reading
May 27, 2026
Reps. Mike Levin, Jason Crow, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Launch End Corruption Caucus
Washington, D.C.—Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) launched the End Corruption Caucus alongside Reps. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (NY-14) and Jason Crow (CO-06). This new caucus will work to advance legislation, bring together like-minded partners, and aim to root out corruption in government, to restore the American people’s trust in their leaders. As part of the launch, Reps. Levin, Crow, and Ocasio-Cortez introduced a congressional resolution asking Congress to denounce corruption in all its … Continue Reading
May 21, 2026
House Republicans Make Themselves Eligible for Trump’s $1.8 Billion Slush Fund, Reject Levin Amendment to Block Payouts to Elected Officials
Watch Rep. Levin’s Remarks Here Washington, D.C.—During a House Appropriations Committee markup, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) introduced an amendment to prevent federal elected officials from receiving any money from the U.S. Treasury Judgment Fund in response to the creation of President Trump’s $1.776 billion “Anti-Weaponization Fund.” The amendment was rejected by Republicans on the Appropriations Committee, who voted to allow themselves to receive money from the fund. Recently, the Department … Continue Reading
May 15, 2026
Rep. Mike Levin Advances Millions in New Funding to Help Enroll Veterans in Healthcare Services
Watch Rep. Levin’s House Floor Remarks Here Washington, D.C—Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) advanced new federal funding in the Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) Military Construction and Veterans Affairs (MilCon-VA) budget bill to help veterans enroll in healthcare services and support veterans exposed to toxic chemicals while they served. The FY27 MilCon-VA bill passed the House and now heads to the Senate for a vote. The budget bill includes $2 million to implement the Commitment to Veteran Support … Continue Reading
May 13, 2026
Rep. Mike Levin Fights to Stop Cancellation of Offshore Wind Energy Leases That Would Lower Costs
Watch Rep. Levin’s Remarks Here Washington, D.C.—Today, during a House Appropriations Committee markup, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) introduced an amendment to prevent taxpayer funds from being used by the Department of Justice (DOJ) or the Department of the Interior (DOI) to kill offshore wind energy projects and hand over billions of dollars in taxpayer funds to foreign companies. The amendment was rejected by Republicans on the Appropriations Committee. Recently, the Trump Administration … Continue Reading
May 06, 2026
ICE Reveals Over 16,000 Removals in San Diego Region Since January 2025
Carlsbad, CA—Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) released a letter sent by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to the San Diego Congressional Delegation which reveals that removals in the San Diego Area of Removal (AOR) totaled 16,368 between January 20, 2025, and April 1, 2026. In the letter, ICE breaks down the removals by country of origin with the highest share of removals being from Mexico (10,847), Guatemala (996), and Venezuela (544). The letter also reveals how ICE officers identify … Continue Reading
April 29, 2026
Rep. Mike Levin Honors Sage Creek High School’s Crow Force Robotics Team as April 2026 Constituents of the Month
The Crow Force Robotics Team Carlsbad, CA—Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) honored the Crow Force Robotics Team, an outstanding group of 19 students and their teacher-advisor from Sage Creek High School in Carlsbad, as his April 2026 Constituents of the Month. Crow Force, Team #10809, is a FIRST Tech Challenge robotics team dedicated to inspiring the next generation of innovators through hands-on engineering and teamwork. These students have demonstrated exceptional talent and determination … Continue Reading
April 28, 2026
Rep. Mike Levin Calls for Investigation into Hungarian Funds Funneled to CPAC
Washington, D.C.—Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) is calling for an investigation into allegations that the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) received public funds from Hungary’s government under the leadership of outgoing Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. In a letter to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Federal Election Commission (FEC), and the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Rep. Levin called on the agencies to use their respective investigative powers to determine whether any campaign … Continue Reading
April 13, 2026
Rep. Mike Levin Secures Over $8.2 Million for Oceanside Harbor Maintenance Dredging
Oceanside Harbor April 5, 2026 Oceanside, CA — Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) announced over $8.2 million in federal funding for Oceanside Harbor maintenance dredging. This funding will enable the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to dredge the harbor twice in 2026: once this spring, work that is currently underway to address treacherous emergency conditions, and again in the fall, before transitioning to a regular annual fall dredging cycle. “I’m proud to have secured over $8.2 million in new … Continue Reading