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(DC Bureau) – With Congress questioning the Netflix-Warner Bros. merger in a hearing this week and the president’s push for tariffs on foreign-made films, Washington Correspondent Maddie Biertempfel sat down with former film producer-turned California Congresswoman Laura Friedman to talk about the latest issues in the entertainment industry.
Above: Friedman with members of her Museums & Advisory Committee.
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA — U.S. Representative Laura Friedman (CA-30) convened the first meeting of her Museums and Tourism Advisory Committee. Discussions during the meeting revolved around what is needed to make the 2028 Olympics a success and how to support the tourism industry amid the Trump Administration’s threats. That includes Friedman’s efforts to support the entertainment venues, businesses, restaurants, and attractions that are being harmed by ongoing tariffs and ICE activity.
Local officials responded to the Minneapolis killing of Alex Pretti by federal immigration agents during a Jan. 28 press conference in Pan Pacific Park, led by Rep. Laura Friedman (D-Glendale), who appeared alongside Rep. Brad Sherman (D-Sherman Oaks) and Rep. Judy Chu (D-Pasadena). At the event, the trio called for impeachment of Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and reduced funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
FAIRFAX DISTRICT, LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- As outrage mounts over the fatal shootings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti in Minneapolis by federal agents, Southern Californian lawmakers Wednesday intensified their calls for sweeping changes within the Department of Homeland Security.
Above: Friedman, Chu, Sherman demanding accountability and reform of ICE and DHS.
LOS ANGELES, CA — Today, January 28, 2026, U.S. Representatives Laura Friedman (CA-30), Judy Chu (CA-28), and Brad Sherman (CA-32) joined forces to demand accountability and major reform of ICE and DHS after two Americans were killed during federal immigration enforcement operations in Minneapolis.
Above: Friedman answers a question from the audience.
Above: Friedman speaks to a classroom of students in Burbank High School.
BURBANK, CALIFORNIA — U.S. Representative Laura Friedman (CA-30) spoke to more than 40 students assembled for a meeting of Burbank High School’s Model Congress school club. Friedman discussed her path and experience in public service, her current legislative work in Congress, and answered student questions.
Above: Friedman observing construction of the affordable housing project.
WEST HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA — U.S. Representative Laura Friedman (CA-30) toured construction of the West Hollywood Community Housing Corporation (WHCHC)’s newest housing project. The project will provide 89 quality and affordable rentals for low and moderate income families.
Above: Friedman speaks with Port of Los Angeles authorities.
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA — U.S. Congresswoman Laura Friedman (CA-30) toured the Port of Los Angeles in San Pedro, California with port representatives and leadership. The cohort discussed key issues including the impact of tariffs, supply chain resilience, international trade, and workforce development.