After an extended deployment prolonged by federal military decisions and ongoing conflict, we are grateful to finally welcome home the sailors of the USS Abraham Lincoln. Despite difficult conditions and the emotional toll of prolonged separation on their families, these service members persevered -

Happy October! There’s a scary amount of fun, free events all over AD 78 🎃 Consider celebrating Talmadge’s 100th anniversary at the Talmadge Block Party or put on your best brave face should you embark on a Haunted Trail 👻 in Balboa Park!

Governor Newsom has finished signing legislation! Swipe to see my legislative wins.

Today we celebrate Native American Day, recognizing the rich histories and contributions of Native peoples across California and our country. We celebrate the enduring presence and resilience of their communities and let this —

It was a packed house last night at Gilly’s House of Cocktails!Thank you to everyone who came out to join me for our first Golden State Trivia! It was such a fun experience and I hope we can do it again soon! —

No child should have to witness their parent being taken away right outside their school. Today, I stood in solidarity with the community to send a clear message: ICE needs to stay out of our schools. The recent arrest of a father outside his child’s daycare center is heartbreaking and unacceptable

There’s nothing like getting together with labor leaders, rising labor organizers, community members, and friends. The John S. Lyons Memorial Foundation Celebration is about recognizing the power of organized labor to uplift and support our local community —

Another year, another amazing Clairemont Family Day! It was great connecting with so many of you about this year’s legislative session and hearing what you’d like to see us work on next year —

Happy California Biodiversity Week! It was a honor getting to join the @sandiegozoo.bsky.social and many other regional colleagues to celebrate the state’s and San Diego’s rich biodiverse regions.

This morning, I was honored to speak at the University of San Diego @krocschool 9/11 Remembrance event. Twenty-five years later, we remember those who never came home, those we lost in the aftermath, and those who sacrificed everything to save others.

Summer is starting to wind down, but #AD78 sure isn’t. Be sure to get out this month, whether it's joining Clairemont or Normal Heights at their local community celebrations, embracing Latino culture with the international cottages —

Happy Labor Day! Today, we celebrate and honor the generations of workers who organized and fought for better working conditions, fair pay, and workers’ rights for the benefit of us all. But the fight is far from over.

The room was buzzing at the UHCA quarterly meeting! Thank you to the University Heights Community Association for hosting me and creating space to connect with neighbors. It was great to share an end-of-session update —

Cleaner energy. Lower costs. A more sustainable California. 🌱☀️ This year, I advanced a package of bills to expand access to affordable community solar, modernize water rates, and make it easier to responsibly recycle solar panels.

One of my bills that came out of a conversation with a constituent is headed to the Governor’s desk. It is my firm belief that an HOA should not be able to restrict if or how you install an air conditioning unit at your home. This bill makes that clear.

#TeamWard is proud to welcome Graze Craze to #AD78 and our Linda Vista community! Small businesses, like them, help grow our local economies. With a focus on sustainable and fresh ingredients I want to wish them the best of luck and success for the future!

Another day, another two bills! We are moving on legislation and quickly sending these bills to @cagovernornewsom.bsky.social

Update so far on the final week of session! Three down and plenty more to go. I want to thank my colleagues for helping me get this legislation passed and sent to @cagovernornewsom.bsky.social

In today’s economy every dollar counts. Whether it’s investing in our communities, ourselves, or the planet. Here are my 5 picks on where you can’t go wrong!

First one in the building, preparing to do the people’s work. T-14 days until the end of this year’s legislative session. From affordability to housing to climate change, I’m working hard to make a difference in the lives of all Californians, most especially San Diegans.

Four more bills are headed to the Senate Floor! From protecting consumers to supporting local journalism and public media, these bills are one step closer to the Governor’s desk. We’re in the final stretch of the legislative session. Stay tuned!

Had a great time connecting with constituents at this year’s CityFest! Team Ward had a resource booth at this vibrant community event that energizes our neighborhood. Thank you to Fabulous Hillcrest for putting together another great celebration!

Each year, the @sdiclaborcouncil.bsky.social hosts the annual Laborpalooza where we get the opportunity to honor San Diego’s regional labor champions. Each one of them are fighting for their members to have fair pay, benefits that support their families, and to retire with dignity —

My district office is looking for interns for the fall! Candidates who are interested in learning more about state legislature, helping constituents, and gaining new skills are encouraged to apply. Click the link below for the full job posting, and make sure to apply by the deadline August 16.

AB 2180 would provide a practical framework for establishing tiered water rates that allocate costs proportionally to usage, ensuring that peoples water rates are allocated equitably and that their water rates do not rise because they are forced to subsidize the water usage of high-water users —

Happy Birthday Assemblymember Ward! We (your staff), are all wishing you a day full of celebration and fun 🎉🎈🎂 From the City Council to the Assembly Floor, your years of public service are a testament to your leadership and commitment to making California, and San Diego —

Make the most of the rest of summer! August in #AD78 is full of fairs, festivals, and markets. Go listen to music in Hillcrest, enjoy some beer in Miramar, or eat delicious soul food in North Park. And of course, don’t forget to check out the vendors in Mission Valley!

I recently had the privilege of touring the new Challenge Center facility in Kearny Mesa. This nonprofit is dedicated to restoring health by providing an essential continuum of care for those who need it most. Their fully accessible, state-of-the-art space offers a welcoming environment —

With summer recess in full swing, I was happy to meet with Afghan Evac and members of our proud Hazara community here in San Diego. Earlier this year, I was proud to recognize Hazara Culture Day (May 19) to honor and celebrate the contributions of the Hazara community —

Proud to celebrate the grand opening of One of Us, San Diego's first-ever women's sports bar! 🎉 As women's sports continue to grow, it's more important than ever to have spaces dedicated to celebrating our incredible athletes and bringing fans together —