Rep. Mike Levin Honors Local Carlsbad Lawyer Matthew Rebelo as July Constituent of the Month
Washington, D.C. – Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) announced Carlsbad resident and attorney Matthew Rebelo as his July 2023 Constituent of the Month. Rep. Levin is honored to recognize the work of Mr. Rebelo to protect and assist vulnerable Afghan asylum-seekers in their efforts to immigrate to the 49th Congressional District and across California.
Rep. Levin Honors Matthew Rebelo as the July Constituent of the Month
See below for Rep. Levin’s statement recognizing Matthew Rebelo in the Congressional Record:
“M. Speaker, it is my great honor to recognize Carlsbad resident and attorney Matthew Rebelo as my July Constituent of the Month. In his work assisting Afghan refugees through the legal challenges of gaining asylum, Matthew embodies the critical importance of supporting those who face violence – especially the women and children most often at risk.
“For Matthew, this work is personal. In 2015 he immigrated to the United States from South Africa and relates his own experience with starting anew here to his desire to help others coming to the United States. A former barrister in South Africa, Matthew continued his legal career in the United States after obtaining his green card and passing the California bar exam. It’s inspiring to witness Matthew’s initiative in using his time and skills to assist on a pro bono basis those escaping the Taliban’s violence.
“I’m forever grateful to the members of our CA-49 community who dedicate their time and effort towards helping others in critical need. I’m proud to honor Matthew Rebelo as my July Constituent of the Month.”
Representative Levin’s Constituent of the Month program recognizes outstanding North County San Diego and South Orange County residents who have gone above and beyond to help their neighbors, give back to their community, and represent the best of our country. Rep. Levin’s June Constituent of the Month was Jeri Nicolas of the North County LGBTQ Resource Center in Oceanside. Rep. Levin’s May Constituents of the Month were Ilima Martinez and Kevin Shin, founders of the Southern California Asian and Pacific Islander Festival. Rep. Levin’s April Constituent of the Month was Joe Jackson, a local paramedic with the Camp Pendleton Fire Department. To nominate a resident of the 49th District to be the Constituent of the Month, fill out this nomination form.