Adam Schiff, U.S. Congressman representing California’s 30th district since 2001, posted a series of statements on October 14, 2025, addressing recent U.S. military actions, federal budget cuts impacting scientific innovation, and Trump Administration policies.
In a post on October 14, 2025 at 19:50 UTC, Schiff expressed concern about the scope of presidential authority in military matters and potential escalation of conflict. He stated, “The President’s authorities under Article II are limited to responding to an armed attack or the threat of an imminent armed attack and do not apply here. These continued strikes — 27 killed to date — risk getting the U.S. into a full fledged war. @SenTimKaine and I forced a https://t.co/oURa5NMf9f”.
Later that evening at 21:25 UTC, Schiff commented on the impact of proposed federal budget reductions for science and technology initiatives. He wrote, “These dramatic cuts, following the President’s draconian budget request, will have devastating impacts to America’s scientific and technological innovation. JPL has been home to decades of planetary and space exploration, including the Mars Sample Return mission. These cuts to https://t.co/WeUhWbBaGW”.
At 23:32 UTC the same day, Schiff criticized former President Donald Trump’s trade and healthcare policies in another post: “Donald Trump’s logic: Argentina undercuts American farmers by helping China embargo our soybeans? It gets $20 billion U.S. taxpayer dollars and a White House visit. American citizens struggle as health care costs double? The Trump Administration has nothing for you. https://t.co/oeHKUNbA3X”.
Schiff has served in Congress since 2001 after succeeding James E. Rogan and previously served in the California Senate from 1996 to 2000. Born in Framingham, Massachusetts in 1960 and currently residing in Burbank, Schiff holds degrees from Stanford University (BA) and Harvard University (JD).
