Adam Schiff

Force in Play

Introduced legislation to give EPA cybersecurity authority over water utilities

Nine days after Michigan disclosed intrusions at nine of its water systems, the tally of affected states has held near a dozen. The FBI is still working out which incidents trace back to Iran-linked hackers, and no state has confirmed contaminated water reached customers.

Updated Aug 11

Rule Changes

Advocating for congressional authority over military operations

The House voted 215-208 on June 3 to order President Trump to end military operations in Iran, the first time either chamber passed such a measure on a final vote since the conflict began February 28. Four Republicans broke with their leadership: Tom Barrett of Michigan, Warren Davidson of Ohio, Brian Fitzpatrick of Pennsylvania, and Thomas Massie of Kentucky. The Senate advanced a parallel resolution 50-47 in May but has not scheduled a final vote.

Updated Jun 4

Built World

Co-signed letter pressing Trump to approve emergency declaration

The risk of a catastrophic explosion is gone, and 50,000 displaced residents were cleared to go home. OCFA Interim Chief TJ McGovern announced Monday that the BLEVE (vapor explosion) risk 'is now off the table' — the tank cooled from 100°F to 93°F and its crack released built-up pressure.

Updated May 25

Rule Changes

Under DOJ mortgage‑fraud investigation following Pulte referral; not indicted

In early 2025, Trump appointed housing heir Bill Pulte as director of the FHFA, which oversees Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and $8.5 trillion in mortgage credit. Within months, Pulte used mortgage data to publicly accuse NY AG Letitia James, Senator Adam Schiff, Fed Governor Lisa Cook, and Congressman Eric Swalwell of fraud, referring them to Justice amid concerns of political retribution.

Updated May 9