Senator Padilla’s Statement on President Biden’s Decision to Not Seek Re-Election

SACRAMENTO –Senator Steve Padilla (D-San Diego) released the following statement today following President Biden’s announcement he will not seek re-election:

“President Biden has dedicated his entire life to the service of the American people. Faced with tragedy and hardship, time and time again, he has always answered his country’s call for leaders of quality. Under his leadership as President, America made unprecedented investments in our response to climate change, lowered health care costs for millions, and overcame the deadliest pandemic in over a century. He entered office in a time of uncertainty, but will leave with a legacy and body of work the likes of which few politicians will ever achieve. His decision to step aside will be remembered as one of the single most selfless acts of patriotism in our country’s history. He is an exemplary leader Americans can be proud of and for that we owe him every measure of our gratitude and respect.”

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Steve Padilla represents the 18th Senate District, which includes the communities of Chula Vista, the Coachella Valley, Imperial Beach, the Imperial Valley, National City, and San Diego. Prior to his election to the Senate in 2022, Senator Padilla was the first person of color ever elected to city office in Chula Vista, the first Latino Mayor, and the first openly LGBT person to serve or be elected to city office. Website of Senator Steve Padilla: https://sd18.senate.ca.gov/