San Jose Standard

Zoe Lofgren, a long-serving member of the U.S. Congress representing California's 18th district since 1995, recently shared her thoughts on social issues and political matters through a series of tweets. Lofgren, who succeeded Don Edwards in Congress and previously served on the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors, has been an advocate for various causes throughout her career.

On March 25, 2025, Lofgren addressed the persistent issue of gender wage disparity in a tweet. She stated: "It's 2025 & women are still earning less than men for the same work. When we close the gender wage gap, we’ll uplift our economy & working families." This statement underscores her commitment to achieving equal pay for women as part of broader economic improvements.

Later that day, Lofgren expressed her condolences regarding a tragedy in King City. In another tweet posted at 23:53 UTC, she wrote: "I'm saddened by this news out of King City. I wish the Sergeant's family & loved ones peace & comfort during this difficult time." The message reflects her empathy towards those affected by unfortunate events.

In a subsequent tweet at 23:55 UTC on March 25, Lofgren criticized current government actions affecting Social Security under what she referred to as "The Musk/Trump Administration." She tweeted: "The Musk/Trump Administration is breaking Social Security House Democrats are united to save these earned benefits. We need Republicans to put everyday Americans first & join us." This call to action highlights her stance on preserving Social Security benefits amidst political challenges.