US EditionDemocratic California Assembly Speaker strips high-profile roles from outspoken Republicans
- Speaker Robert Rivas removed Assemblymember David Tangipa from three committees, including his Vice Chair role in the Insurance Committee, which Tangipa learned about late Friday.
- Assemblymember Esmeralda Soria was also removed from the Housing and Community Development committee, prompting Soria to express surprise over the changes.
- The reshuffling has drawn criticism from Republican lawmakers, with Assembly Minority Leader James Gallagher suggesting it could be retaliatory for their opposition to funding plans.
- A spokesperson for Rivas stated that the speaker routinely addresses committee needs to ensure optimal roles for collaboration and effectiveness in delivering for Californians.
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