Rep. Doris Matsui, a member of the U.S. Congress representing California’s 7th district since 2005, addressed several key issues in a series of posts on April 14, 2026.
In her first post, Matsui commented on allegations against another member of Congress: “The sexual assault and misconduct allegations against Eric Swalwell are deeply disturbing and disqualifying for anyone elected to public office. There is absolutely no place in Congress for any member to engage in such cruel behavior. I stand with survivors—the women who have” (April 14, 2026).
Turning to health care policy later that day, Matsui emphasized the importance of mental health services: “Mental health care is health care, and for too long, mental health has NOT been treated with the urgency, compassion, or attention it deserves.
I have worked with WellSpace Health for many years to improve our 988-access hotline and invest federal funds into mental health” (April 14, 2026).
She also highlighted Black Maternal Health Week in a separate post: “#BlackMaternalHealthWeek is a time to honor Black mothers and recommit ourselves to the fight for health equity.
Black women deserve to be heard and respected throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and beyond. I will keep fighting for better maternal health outcomes and ensuring” (April 14, 2026).
Doris Matsui has represented California’s 7th District since succeeding Bob Matsui in 2005. She was born in Poston, Arizona in 1944 and currently resides in Sacramento. Matsui earned her BA from the University of California, Berkeley in 1966.
