San Diego City Wire

Representative Scott Peters, serving in the U.S. Congress for California's 50th district since 2013, has expressed his viewpoints on several pressing economic and health issues. Currently residing in San Diego and originally from Springfield, Ohio, Peters has maintained an active presence on platforms like X, addressing federal policy and its implications.

On April 9, 2025, Peters addressed a potential House Republican vote on tariffs. He stated, "If House Republicans go through with this vote today, they own responsibility for the disastrous tariffs just as much as Trump." This comment reflects his assessment of the economic measures associated with the previous administration.

Later the same day, Peters critiqued a Republican tax bill. He argued, "It’s not true that the Republicans' tax cuts won’t cost any money. All their bill does is take money from important programs to fund tax cuts for the wealthy. Every budget analysis says this will increase our deficit, not reduce it. I’m voting against it." This articulation is illustrative of his opposition to fiscal policies he perceives as beneficial to the wealthy at the expense of other programs.

In a statement on April 10, 2025, Peters discussed efforts in the fight against HIV, referencing the previous administration's proposed budget changes. He commented, "We’ve made groundbreaking progress to eradicate HIV and educate people about preventing it. The Trump Administration has threatened to cut HIV funding at a point where we're so close to no longer losing loved ones to this terrible disease. It’s wrong and it’s senseless." His words underline concerns about potential federal funding cuts impacting public health progress.

Scott Peters's educational background includes a BA from Duke University (1980) and a JD from New York University (1984). This background reinforces his informed engagement with policy discussions and legislative actions.