Abortion:Opposes some state abortion-protection measures (voted no on ending stillbirth investigations) and views abortion policy as a state, not federal, matter.[1][2]
Crime & Law Enforcement:Supports tougher punishment for violent crimes and led a House resolution condemning violent anti-ICE riots in Los Angeles.[1][2]
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Advocates reining in government spending as a means to counter inflation.
Healthcare & Medicaid:Opposes extending Medi-Cal/Medicaid benefits to undocumented immigrants, citing costs and insolvency risk, while stating support for protecting benefits for eligible legal residents.[1][2]
Immigration & Sanctuary Policies:Introduced legislation for a nationwide ban on sanctuary city/state policies, arguing they shield criminal aliens from deportation.[1]
Party Affiliation & Congressional Role:Left the Republican Party to become the House's sole Independent member while continuing to caucus with Republicans and retaining committee assignments.[1][2][3]