Adam Schiff, a U.S. Congressman representing California’s 30th district, shared several tweets on January 27, 2025, addressing significant historical and political issues. Schiff has been serving in Congress since 2001 after replacing James E. Rogan and has a background in law with degrees from Stanford University and Harvard University.
In a tweet posted at 17:13 UTC on January 27, Schiff reflected on the events of January 6th, emphasizing the role of Capitol Police in saving lives during the attack. He stated, “On January 6th, Capitol Police saved countless lives. Mine may have been one of them.” He further criticized any pardons for those involved in the attack as “reprehensible” and urged others to easily condemn such actions.
Later that day at 18:20 UTC, Schiff marked Holocaust Remembrance Day by expressing his intent to share impactful stories related to the day’s significance. He tweeted, “On Holocaust Remembrance Day, I want to share two stories that shape how I think about this day – and the history behind it.”
Continuing his reflection on Holocaust Remembrance Day at 18:20 UTC, Schiff recounted meeting Erika, a Holocaust survivor living in California. In his tweet he wrote: “Years ago, I had the privilege of meeting Erika, a Holocaust survivor who now resides in California.” He described Erika’s experiences during Kristallnacht when her school and synagogue were destroyed by Nazis.
