Over 7,000 Join Congressman Brad Sherman’s Town Hall with Guests CA Attorney General & Democracy Forward Senior Advisor
Sherman Oaks, CA – On March 26th, over 7,000 residents joined Congressman Brad Sherman’s (CA-32) Telephone Town Hall to hear updates from Sherman and his key guests, California Attorney General Rob Bonta and Senior Advisor for Democracy Forward Nikki McKinney, on collective efforts to challenge the Trump-Musk dismantling of our government and critical services.
“This is a distressing time for our country – but the overwhelming participation we saw in last night’s Town Hall is a testament to our community’s engagement and resilience,” said Congressman Sherman. “Together, we are standing up against actions that undermine our democracy."
In a detailed address to open the event, Congressman Sherman spoke on the community’s concerns regarding the brazen and destructive actions by Donald Trump and Elon Musk and highlighted the key legal battles and other substantial efforts that are being deployed to stop them.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta detailed ongoing legal efforts against the current administration’s overreaches: "Our legal actions are not just about opposition; they’re about protection, defending our state's values, rights, and freedoms under the law," Bonta stated.
Nikki McKinney from Democracy Forward, a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing and protecting the fundamentals of democracy, discussed the organization's role in challenging the Trump-Musk actions through strategic litigation. "We're on the front lines in the courts, fighting to preserve the integrity of our democratic institutions against unprecedented challenges," McKinney highlighted.
As the Representative of Pacific Palisades, Congressman Sherman also provided updates on our recovery from the devastating Los Angeles wildfires. "As we navigate these challenging times, it’s crucial to address the immediate needs of our community, especially those affected by recent wildfires," Sherman explained. He stressed the importance of applying for Federal wildfire disaster assistance before the upcoming deadline on March 31. "While I’ve fought and continue to push for more time, another extension is unlikely. Apply now to receive the assistance you need," Sherman urged.
During the Telephone Town Hall, Sherman requested input from residents by asking a series of survey questions about their thoughts and concerns. The results of the survey questions are as follows:
Do you approve of President Trump’s performance as President so far?
-Approve: 6%
-Disapprove: 93%
-Unsure: 1%
The Trump tax law limited deduction of State and Local Taxes (“SALT”) like property taxes on federal income tax returns to $10,000 per filer. That provision is set to expire this year. As Congress considers revising our tax laws, do you support eliminating the SALT deduction, keeping it at $10,000, or removing the $10,000 limit on the deductibility as was the case before 2017?
1. SALT with no limit on deductibility of state and property taxes: 56%
2. SALT with $10,000 limit on deductibility of state and property taxes: 14%
3. Eliminate SALT deduction: 2%
4. Unsure: 27%
Should your Member of Congress vote for legislation that he thinks is good for the county, or should he vote NO on everything that Republican Speaker Johnson is willing to propose, and President Trump is willing to sign?
1. Obstruction and Resistance: Vote NO on all of Speaker Johnson and President Trump’s legislation: 51%
2. Negotiate with Republicans but only vote for a bill Democrats think is good: 44%
3. Vote with the Republicans: 1%
4. Unsure: 3%
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