Rep. Ken Calvert, a U.S. Congressman representing California’s 41st District since 1993, posted several statements on April 3, 2026, addressing federal budget priorities and issues of fraud in Southern California.
In his first post at 16:01 UTC, Calvert expressed support for the President’s proposed defense budget: “President Trump’s landmark budget request makes the continued rebuilding of America’s military a top priority. As Chairman of the Defense Appropriations Subcommittee, I applaud the President’s leadership and steadfast commitment to our national security. The budget request”.
Later that day at 17:08 UTC, Calvert addressed concerns about fraud in Southern California: “The scale of fraud taking place in Southern California is outrageous. Taxpayers are being ripped off. The Trump administration is taking action because Democrats in LA and Sacramento have allowed this explosion to happen.”
At 18:49 UTC, he commented on defense spending compared to healthcare costs: “Lies. Even at $1.5 trillion, defense spending would be well below what we spend on federal healthcare programs.”
Ken Calvert was born in Corona, California in 1953 and continues to reside there. He graduated from San Diego State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1975.
