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Public transit is a lifeline for countless Americans. Trump is derailing our protections | Lateefah Simon and Guillermo Mayer
By Lateefah Simon and Guillermo Mayer

The US will no longer hold transportation agencies accountable for unintentional discrimination. That’s devastating for those of us who depend on it

https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/jul/24/public-transit-is-a-lifeline-for-countless-americans-trump-is-derailing-our-protections

#Trumpadministration #USnews #Disability #Race #USpolitics #TheGuardian #LateefahSimon #GuillermoMayer

Public transit is a lifeline for countless Americans. Trump is derailing our protections | Lateefah Simon and Guillermo Mayer
By Lateefah Simon and Guillermo Mayer

The US will no longer hold transportation agencies accountable for unintentional discrimination. That’s devastating for those of us who depend on it

https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/jul/24/public-transit-is-a-lifeline-for-countless-americans-trump-is-derailing-our-protections

#Trumpadministration #USnews #Disability #Race #USpolitics #TheGuardian #LateefahSimon #GuillermoMayer

Congresswoman Lateefah Simon announced that she secured $250,000 in funding for the Peralta Community College District. The funding will purchase new equipment and implement structured training programs at "FabLabs," which prepare students for careers in fields like manufacturing and healthcare. https://alamedapost.com/news/congresswoman-simon-secures-250k-of-federal-funding-for-college-of-alameda-laney-college-fablabs/

#alameda #CollegeOfAlameda #FabLab #LaneyCollege #LateefahSimon #PeraltaCommunityCollegeDistrict

Congresswoman Lateefah Simon announced that she secured $250,000 in funding for the Peralta Community College District. The funding will purchase new equipment and implement structured training programs at "FabLabs," which prepare students for careers in fields like manufacturing and healthcare. https://alamedapost.com/news/congresswoman-simon-secures-250k-of-federal-funding-for-college-of-alameda-laney-college-fablabs/

#alameda #CollegeOfAlameda #FabLab #LaneyCollege #LateefahSimon #PeraltaCommunityCollegeDistrict

Congresswoman Lateefah Simon announced that she secured $250,000 in funding for the Peralta Community College District. The funding will purchase new equipment and implement structured training programs at "FabLabs," which prepare students for careers in fields like manufacturing and healthcare. https://alamedapost.com/news/congresswoman-simon-secures-250k-of-federal-funding-for-college-of-alameda-laney-college-fablabs/

#alameda #CollegeOfAlameda #FabLab #LaneyCollege #LateefahSimon #PeraltaCommunityCollegeDistrict

Congresswoman Lateefah Simon announced that she secured $250,000 in funding for the Peralta Community College District. The funding will purchase new equipment and implement structured training programs at "FabLabs," which prepare students for careers in fields like manufacturing and healthcare. https://alamedapost.com/news/congresswoman-simon-secures-250k-of-federal-funding-for-college-of-alameda-laney-college-fablabs/

#alameda #CollegeOfAlameda #FabLab #LaneyCollege #LateefahSimon #PeraltaCommunityCollegeDistrict

Congresswoman Lateefah Simon announced that she secured $250,000 in funding for the Peralta Community College District. The funding will purchase new equipment and implement structured training programs at "FabLabs," which prepare students for careers in fields like manufacturing and healthcare. https://alamedapost.com/news/congresswoman-simon-secures-250k-of-federal-funding-for-college-of-alameda-laney-college-fablabs/

#alameda #CollegeOfAlameda #FabLab #LaneyCollege #LateefahSimon #PeraltaCommunityCollegeDistrict

"Sure, there were a few reasons to feel less than patriotic this Independence Day," writes David Boitano. "...But within 15 minutes of watching Alameda’s 4th of July Parade, all of that seemed to disappear." Photos by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/alamedas-4th-of-july-parade-celebrates-the-community/

#4thOfJuly #alameda #LateefahSimon #MarilynEzzyAshcraft #NickLuby #parade

"Sure, there were a few reasons to feel less than patriotic this Independence Day," writes David Boitano. "...But within 15 minutes of watching Alameda’s 4th of July Parade, all of that seemed to disappear." Photos by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/alamedas-4th-of-july-parade-celebrates-the-community/

#4thOfJuly #alameda #LateefahSimon #MarilynEzzyAshcraft #NickLuby #parade

"Sure, there were a few reasons to feel less than patriotic this Independence Day," writes David Boitano. "...But within 15 minutes of watching Alameda’s 4th of July Parade, all of that seemed to disappear." Photos by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/alamedas-4th-of-july-parade-celebrates-the-community/

#4thOfJuly #alameda #LateefahSimon #MarilynEzzyAshcraft #NickLuby #parade

"Sure, there were a few reasons to feel less than patriotic this Independence Day," writes David Boitano. "...But within 15 minutes of watching Alameda’s 4th of July Parade, all of that seemed to disappear." Photos by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/alamedas-4th-of-july-parade-celebrates-the-community/

#4thOfJuly #alameda #LateefahSimon #MarilynEzzyAshcraft #NickLuby #parade

"Sure, there were a few reasons to feel less than patriotic this Independence Day," writes David Boitano. "...But within 15 minutes of watching Alameda’s 4th of July Parade, all of that seemed to disappear." Photos by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/alamedas-4th-of-july-parade-celebrates-the-community/

#4thOfJuly #alameda #LateefahSimon #MarilynEzzyAshcraft #NickLuby #parade

60,000 spectators are expected to line Alameda’s streets for the annual 4th of July Parade this weekend, which features 2,500 participants, including marching bands, equestrians, and floats. Here's what you need to know, from the schedule to bus detours and bathroom locations. Photo by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/everything-you-need-to-know-about-alamedas-4th-of-july-parade/

#4thOfJuly #AcTransit #afd #alameda #AlamedaFireDepartment #detour #JulyFourth #LateefahSimon #NickLuby #parade

60,000 spectators are expected to line Alameda’s streets for the annual 4th of July Parade this weekend, which features 2,500 participants, including marching bands, equestrians, and floats. Here's what you need to know, from the schedule to bus detours and bathroom locations. Photo by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/everything-you-need-to-know-about-alamedas-4th-of-july-parade/

#4thOfJuly #AcTransit #afd #alameda #AlamedaFireDepartment #detour #JulyFourth #LateefahSimon #NickLuby #parade

60,000 spectators are expected to line Alameda’s streets for the annual 4th of July Parade this weekend, which features 2,500 participants, including marching bands, equestrians, and floats. Here's what you need to know, from the schedule to bus detours and bathroom locations. Photo by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/everything-you-need-to-know-about-alamedas-4th-of-july-parade/

#4thOfJuly #AcTransit #afd #alameda #AlamedaFireDepartment #detour #JulyFourth #LateefahSimon #NickLuby #parade

60,000 spectators are expected to line Alameda’s streets for the annual 4th of July Parade this weekend, which features 2,500 participants, including marching bands, equestrians, and floats. Here's what you need to know, from the schedule to bus detours and bathroom locations. Photo by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/everything-you-need-to-know-about-alamedas-4th-of-july-parade/

#4thOfJuly #AcTransit #afd #alameda #AlamedaFireDepartment #detour #JulyFourth #LateefahSimon #NickLuby #parade

60,000 spectators are expected to line Alameda’s streets for the annual 4th of July Parade this weekend, which features 2,500 participants, including marching bands, equestrians, and floats. Here's what you need to know, from the schedule to bus detours and bathroom locations. Photo by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/everything-you-need-to-know-about-alamedas-4th-of-july-parade/

#4thOfJuly #AcTransit #afd #alameda #AlamedaFireDepartment #detour #JulyFourth #LateefahSimon #NickLuby #parade

Congresswoman Lateefah Simon announced that she, along with Speaker Pelosi and Congressman Mullin, have submitted a bill that—if passed—would require the VA to clarify the status of the Alameda Point VA clinic and its funding. Jean Chen shares how City of Alameda representatives have responded. https://alamedapost.com/news/local-national-politicians-push-answers-alameda-point-va-clinic/

#AbbyThorneLyman #alameda #CityOfAlameda #DepartmentOfVeteransAffairs #LateefahSimon #VaClinic #veterans

Congresswoman Lateefah Simon announced that she, along with Speaker Pelosi and Congressman Mullin, have submitted a bill that—if passed—would require the VA to clarify the status of the Alameda Point VA clinic and its funding. Jean Chen shares how City of Alameda representatives have responded. https://alamedapost.com/news/local-national-politicians-push-answers-alameda-point-va-clinic/

#AbbyThorneLyman #alameda #CityOfAlameda #DepartmentOfVeteransAffairs #LateefahSimon #VaClinic #veterans

Congresswoman Lateefah Simon announced that she, along with Speaker Pelosi and Congressman Mullin, have submitted a bill that—if passed—would require the VA to clarify the status of the Alameda Point VA clinic and its funding. Jean Chen shares how City of Alameda representatives have responded. https://alamedapost.com/news/local-national-politicians-push-answers-alameda-point-va-clinic/

#AbbyThorneLyman #alameda #CityOfAlameda #DepartmentOfVeteransAffairs #LateefahSimon #VaClinic #veterans

Congresswoman Lateefah Simon announced that she, along with Speaker Pelosi and Congressman Mullin, have submitted a bill that—if passed—would require the VA to clarify the status of the Alameda Point VA clinic and its funding. Jean Chen shares how City of Alameda representatives have responded. https://alamedapost.com/news/local-national-politicians-push-answers-alameda-point-va-clinic/

#AbbyThorneLyman #alameda #CityOfAlameda #DepartmentOfVeteransAffairs #LateefahSimon #VaClinic #veterans

Congresswoman Lateefah Simon announced that she, along with Speaker Pelosi and Congressman Mullin, have submitted a bill that—if passed—would require the VA to clarify the status of the Alameda Point VA clinic and its funding. Jean Chen shares how City of Alameda representatives have responded. https://alamedapost.com/news/local-national-politicians-push-answers-alameda-point-va-clinic/

#AbbyThorneLyman #alameda #CityOfAlameda #DepartmentOfVeteransAffairs #LateefahSimon #VaClinic #veterans

Congresswoman Lateefah Simon has secured $11.2 million in federal funding for 15 different community projects in the East Bay, including the Lincoln Avenue/Marshall Way/Pacific Avenue Corridor Improvement Project in Alameda, which is set to receive $850,000. https://alamedapost.com/news/congresswoman-simon-secures-over-11m-community-project-funding/

#alameda #grant #LateefahSimon #LincolnMarshallPacificCorridor #MarilynEzzyAshcraft

Congresswoman Lateefah Simon has secured $11.2 million in federal funding for 15 different community projects in the East Bay, including the Lincoln Avenue/Marshall Way/Pacific Avenue Corridor Improvement Project in Alameda, which is set to receive $850,000. https://alamedapost.com/news/congresswoman-simon-secures-over-11m-community-project-funding/

#alameda #grant #LateefahSimon #LincolnMarshallPacificCorridor #MarilynEzzyAshcraft

Congresswoman Lateefah Simon has secured $11.2 million in federal funding for 15 different community projects in the East Bay, including the Lincoln Avenue/Marshall Way/Pacific Avenue Corridor Improvement Project in Alameda, which is set to receive $850,000. https://alamedapost.com/news/congresswoman-simon-secures-over-11m-community-project-funding/

#alameda #grant #LateefahSimon #LincolnMarshallPacificCorridor #MarilynEzzyAshcraft

Congresswoman Lateefah Simon has secured $11.2 million in federal funding for 15 different community projects in the East Bay, including the Lincoln Avenue/Marshall Way/Pacific Avenue Corridor Improvement Project in Alameda, which is set to receive $850,000. https://alamedapost.com/news/congresswoman-simon-secures-over-11m-community-project-funding/

#alameda #grant #LateefahSimon #LincolnMarshallPacificCorridor #MarilynEzzyAshcraft

Congresswoman Lateefah Simon has secured $11.2 million in federal funding for 15 different community projects in the East Bay, including the Lincoln Avenue/Marshall Way/Pacific Avenue Corridor Improvement Project in Alameda, which is set to receive $850,000. https://alamedapost.com/news/congresswoman-simon-secures-over-11m-community-project-funding/

#alameda #grant #LateefahSimon #LincolnMarshallPacificCorridor #MarilynEzzyAshcraft

At a press conference held on the steps of the Veterans Memorial Building on Monday, December 15, 2025, Mayor Marilyn Ezzy Ashcraft and many other local officials challenged the Department of Veterans Affairs' decision to cancel plans at Alameda Point. Photo by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/news/we-fight-back-alameda-officials-rally-against-vas-cancellation-of-veterans-projects/

#AdamPolitzer #alameda #AlamedaPoint #BarbaraLee #DepartmentOfVeteransAffairs #GregBoller #JesseArreguín #LateefahSimon #MarilynEzzyAshcraft #MiaBonta #RobBonta

At a press conference held on the steps of the Veterans Memorial Building on Monday, December 15, 2025, Mayor Marilyn Ezzy Ashcraft and many other local officials challenged the Department of Veterans Affairs' decision to cancel plans at Alameda Point. Photo by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/news/we-fight-back-alameda-officials-rally-against-vas-cancellation-of-veterans-projects/

#AdamPolitzer #alameda #AlamedaPoint #BarbaraLee #DepartmentOfVeteransAffairs #GregBoller #JesseArreguín #LateefahSimon #MarilynEzzyAshcraft #MiaBonta #RobBonta

At a press conference held on the steps of the Veterans Memorial Building on Monday, December 15, 2025, Mayor Marilyn Ezzy Ashcraft and many other local officials challenged the Department of Veterans Affairs' decision to cancel plans at Alameda Point. Photo by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/news/we-fight-back-alameda-officials-rally-against-vas-cancellation-of-veterans-projects/

#AdamPolitzer #alameda #AlamedaPoint #BarbaraLee #DepartmentOfVeteransAffairs #GregBoller #JesseArreguín #LateefahSimon #MarilynEzzyAshcraft #MiaBonta #RobBonta

At a press conference held on the steps of the Veterans Memorial Building on Monday, December 15, 2025, Mayor Marilyn Ezzy Ashcraft and many other local officials challenged the Department of Veterans Affairs' decision to cancel plans at Alameda Point. Photo by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/news/we-fight-back-alameda-officials-rally-against-vas-cancellation-of-veterans-projects/

#AdamPolitzer #alameda #AlamedaPoint #BarbaraLee #DepartmentOfVeteransAffairs #GregBoller #JesseArreguín #LateefahSimon #MarilynEzzyAshcraft #MiaBonta #RobBonta

At a press conference held on the steps of the Veterans Memorial Building on Monday, December 15, 2025, Mayor Marilyn Ezzy Ashcraft and many other local officials challenged the Department of Veterans Affairs' decision to cancel plans at Alameda Point. Photo by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/news/we-fight-back-alameda-officials-rally-against-vas-cancellation-of-veterans-projects/

#AdamPolitzer #alameda #AlamedaPoint #BarbaraLee #DepartmentOfVeteransAffairs #GregBoller #JesseArreguín #LateefahSimon #MarilynEzzyAshcraft #MiaBonta #RobBonta

It seems the VA has canceled plans to develop a veterans clinic and cemetery at Alameda Point without making any official announcements. Jean Chen reports the City would like to proceed but is getting "radio silence" from the Department of Veterans Affairs. https://alamedapost.com/news/has-the-va-quit-alameda-point/

#alameda #AlamedaPoint #CityOfAlameda #DepartmentOfVeteransAffairs #LateefahSimon

It seems the VA has canceled plans to develop a veterans clinic and cemetery at Alameda Point without making any official announcements. Jean Chen reports the City would like to proceed but is getting "radio silence" from the Department of Veterans Affairs. https://alamedapost.com/news/has-the-va-quit-alameda-point/

#alameda #AlamedaPoint #CityOfAlameda #DepartmentOfVeteransAffairs #LateefahSimon

It seems the VA has canceled plans to develop a veterans clinic and cemetery at Alameda Point without making any official announcements. Jean Chen reports the City would like to proceed but is getting "radio silence" from the Department of Veterans Affairs. https://alamedapost.com/news/has-the-va-quit-alameda-point/

#alameda #AlamedaPoint #CityOfAlameda #DepartmentOfVeteransAffairs #LateefahSimon

It seems the VA has canceled plans to develop a veterans clinic and cemetery at Alameda Point without making any official announcements. Jean Chen reports the City would like to proceed but is getting "radio silence" from the Department of Veterans Affairs. https://alamedapost.com/news/has-the-va-quit-alameda-point/

#alameda #AlamedaPoint #CityOfAlameda #DepartmentOfVeteransAffairs #LateefahSimon

It seems the VA has canceled plans to develop a veterans clinic and cemetery at Alameda Point without making any official announcements. Jean Chen reports the City would like to proceed but is getting "radio silence" from the Department of Veterans Affairs. https://alamedapost.com/news/has-the-va-quit-alameda-point/

#alameda #AlamedaPoint #CityOfAlameda #DepartmentOfVeteransAffairs #LateefahSimon

At a joint press conference on October 24, Congresswoman Lateefah Simon convened the seven East Bay mayors of the cities in her congressional district to address the impacts of the federal shutdown. Karin K. Jensen relays the meeting, including remarks from Mayor Ashcraft about recent ICE activity. https://alamedapost.com/news/congresswoman-mayors-review-painful-impacts-federal-shutdown/

#AdenaIshii #alameda #BarbaraLee #CoastGuardIsland #DavidMourra #GovernmentShutdown #JuanGonzálezIii #LateefahSimon #MarilynEzzyAshcraft #RobinDLópez

At a joint press conference on October 24, Congresswoman Lateefah Simon convened the seven East Bay mayors of the cities in her congressional district to address the impacts of the federal shutdown. Karin K. Jensen relays the meeting, including remarks from Mayor Ashcraft about recent ICE activity. https://alamedapost.com/news/congresswoman-mayors-review-painful-impacts-federal-shutdown/

#AdenaIshii #alameda #BarbaraLee #CoastGuardIsland #DavidMourra #GovernmentShutdown #JuanGonzálezIii #LateefahSimon #MarilynEzzyAshcraft #RobinDLópez

At a joint press conference on October 24, Congresswoman Lateefah Simon convened the seven East Bay mayors of the cities in her congressional district to address the impacts of the federal shutdown. Karin K. Jensen relays the meeting, including remarks from Mayor Ashcraft about recent ICE activity. https://alamedapost.com/news/congresswoman-mayors-review-painful-impacts-federal-shutdown/

#AdenaIshii #alameda #BarbaraLee #CoastGuardIsland #DavidMourra #GovernmentShutdown #JuanGonzálezIii #LateefahSimon #MarilynEzzyAshcraft #RobinDLópez

At a joint press conference on October 24, Congresswoman Lateefah Simon convened the seven East Bay mayors of the cities in her congressional district to address the impacts of the federal shutdown. Karin K. Jensen relays the meeting, including remarks from Mayor Ashcraft about recent ICE activity. https://alamedapost.com/news/congresswoman-mayors-review-painful-impacts-federal-shutdown/

#AdenaIshii #alameda #BarbaraLee #CoastGuardIsland #DavidMourra #GovernmentShutdown #JuanGonzálezIii #LateefahSimon #MarilynEzzyAshcraft #RobinDLópez

At a joint press conference on October 24, Congresswoman Lateefah Simon convened the seven East Bay mayors of the cities in her congressional district to address the impacts of the federal shutdown. Karin K. Jensen relays the meeting, including remarks from Mayor Ashcraft about recent ICE activity. https://alamedapost.com/news/congresswoman-mayors-review-painful-impacts-federal-shutdown/

#AdenaIshii #alameda #BarbaraLee #CoastGuardIsland #DavidMourra #GovernmentShutdown #JuanGonzálezIii #LateefahSimon #MarilynEzzyAshcraft #RobinDLópez

Even before federal agents arrived on Coast Guard Island, state and local leaders started issuing public statements. Here's what Governor Gavin Newsom, Congresswoman Lateefah Simon, Assemblymember Mia Bonta, District Attorney Ursula Jones Dickson, and District 3 Supervisor Lena Tam have to say. https://alamedapost.com/news/what-elected-leaders-about-trumps-deployment-troops-bay-area/

#alameda #california #GavinNewsom #LateefahSimon #LenaTam #MiaBonta #UrsulaJonesDickson

Even before federal agents arrived on Coast Guard Island, state and local leaders started issuing public statements. Here's what Governor Gavin Newsom, Congresswoman Lateefah Simon, Assemblymember Mia Bonta, District Attorney Ursula Jones Dickson, and District 3 Supervisor Lena Tam have to say. https://alamedapost.com/news/what-elected-leaders-about-trumps-deployment-troops-bay-area/

#alameda #california #GavinNewsom #LateefahSimon #LenaTam #MiaBonta #UrsulaJonesDickson

Even before federal agents arrived on Coast Guard Island, state and local leaders started issuing public statements. Here's what Governor Gavin Newsom, Congresswoman Lateefah Simon, Assemblymember Mia Bonta, District Attorney Ursula Jones Dickson, and District 3 Supervisor Lena Tam have to say. https://alamedapost.com/news/what-elected-leaders-about-trumps-deployment-troops-bay-area/

#alameda #california #GavinNewsom #LateefahSimon #LenaTam #MiaBonta #UrsulaJonesDickson

Even before federal agents arrived on Coast Guard Island, state and local leaders started issuing public statements. Here's what Governor Gavin Newsom, Congresswoman Lateefah Simon, Assemblymember Mia Bonta, District Attorney Ursula Jones Dickson, and District 3 Supervisor Lena Tam have to say. https://alamedapost.com/news/what-elected-leaders-about-trumps-deployment-troops-bay-area/

#alameda #california #GavinNewsom #LateefahSimon #LenaTam #MiaBonta #UrsulaJonesDickson

Even before federal agents arrived on Coast Guard Island, state and local leaders started issuing public statements. Here's what Governor Gavin Newsom, Congresswoman Lateefah Simon, Assemblymember Mia Bonta, District Attorney Ursula Jones Dickson, and District 3 Supervisor Lena Tam have to say. https://alamedapost.com/news/what-elected-leaders-about-trumps-deployment-troops-bay-area/

#alameda #california #GavinNewsom #LateefahSimon #LenaTam #MiaBonta #UrsulaJonesDickson

“For the folks that are watching, for the transgender community, you are loved and respected for your resilience, and your breath.” Rep Lateefah Simon spoke against extreme and cruel amendments to the National Defense Authorization Act. #TransRights 🏳️‍⚧️ #LateefahSimon

Elected officials and community members gathered to welcome Anthro Energy to their new Bay Farm Island facility with a ceremony. Sindhu Ananthavel explains the company was founded "to create battery cells and electrolytes with high energy density and long lifespan." Photos by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/news/lithium-ion-battery-manufacturer-anthro-energy-opens-new-alameda-facility/

#alameda #AnthroEnergy #BayFarmIsland #LateefahSimon #MarilynEzzyAshcraft

Elected officials and community members gathered to welcome Anthro Energy to their new Bay Farm Island facility with a ceremony. Sindhu Ananthavel explains the company was founded "to create battery cells and electrolytes with high energy density and long lifespan." Photos by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/news/lithium-ion-battery-manufacturer-anthro-energy-opens-new-alameda-facility/

#alameda #AnthroEnergy #BayFarmIsland #LateefahSimon #MarilynEzzyAshcraft