Adam Schiff, U.S. Congressman representing California’s 30th district since 2001, has posted a series of statements on his social media account criticizing recent actions by former President Donald Trump and congressional Republicans.
On September 25, 2025, Schiff referenced another statement without elaboration, posting “What they said.”
Later that day, Schiff accused Donald Trump of interfering with the Justice Department. In his post dated September 25, 2025, he wrote: “Donald Trump forced out a respected U.S. Attorney because they wouldn’t go along with Trump’s demands for political prosecutions. Less than a week later, his inexperienced handpicked successor brings charges against a member of Trump’s enemies list. In my almost six years as” The message appears to have been cut off before completion.
On September 26, 2025, Schiff criticized both Trump and Republican members of Congress for halting negotiations aimed at preventing a government shutdown. He stated: “Donald Trump and Republicans in Congress cancelled talks on averting a destructive shutdown. It seems they are intent on causing more economic pain and higher healthcare costs. That’s a disservice to the American people.”
Schiff has represented California’s 30th District in Congress since replacing James E. Rogan in 2001 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).
