By Edward-Isaac Dovere | CNN Washington — Sen. Dianne Feinstein has grown isolated over the years from most members of her California delegation and other Democrats in her home state, feeding a dis…
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CNN’s outreach this month to every member of the House of Representatives from California and 20 key players in California politics reveals a level of detachment on Feinstein’s part that stands out even in Washington, where congressional staffers tend to handle much of the day-to-day legislating. Asked to discuss their working relationship with the senator, many responded with extended “ums” or groans.
“Oh boy, I can’t remember. Probably when I was a freshman member,” said Rep. Nanette Barragán, elected in 2016 from a district near Los Angeles. The fight for more gun protections is precisely the kind of situation that has suffered from Feinstein’s detachment, regardless of age or health, said Peter Ambler, a California resident and executive director of the activist group Giffords: Courage to Fight Gun Violence.
A few House members from California tell CNN they don’t talk to any senator, while the majority say the detachment stands out from their past experience with Feinstein and others in the job. Most say they would prefer an energized and engaged partner in their powerful senior senator. In another provided response, Feinstein told CNN, “like every member of Congress, I have a staff that helps me serve my constituents. I value their advice and counsel but ultimately, I make every decision.” She added: “I’m back in Washington and I am working. I believe I’m still an effective voice for California.”
“She’s somewhat aloof from most members of the California delegation, aside from the few she has a close personal relationship with,” said Los Angeles Rep. Brad Sherman. “On the other hand, she has done good work particularly for California and been reelected many times.” Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, a Rhode Island Democrat, stated the bottom line even more frankly on social media this week. Republicans already refused to let Feinstein be temporarily replaced on Judiciary and, if she stepped down, would have the power to refuse an organizational change for an appointment.
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