Father | Husband | Senator | Progressive Democrat | By Authority: Friends of Jeff Waldstreicher. Ellen Townsend, Treasurer.https://bsky.app/profile/jwaldstreicher.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/jwaldstreicher.bsky.social/post/3mm4yivc3ak25💥LAST CALL: Our signs are sprouting up across District 18! Thank you to all who have requested. It means the world to me. Our final pallet of signs was delivered yesterday. We'll hand-deliver to your door! To request a sign, please use this link: tinyurl.com/46vhsn5518 May 2026 13:34 +0000at://did:plc:oprrqj4pbnwllmwucpespcf7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mm4yivc3ak25https://bsky.app/profile/jwaldstreicher.bsky.social/post/3mltfmpcepk25🚨 BREAKING: Proud to announce I've been endorsed by CASA! This past session, I fought back against ICE lawlessness by banning cooperation with the agency, eliminating 287(g) agreements, and providing the right to sue ICE in state courts. I'm fortunate that CASA was with me every step of the way!14 May 2026 18:02 +0000at://did:plc:oprrqj4pbnwllmwucpespcf7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mltfmpcepk25https://bsky.app/profile/jwaldstreicher.bsky.social/post/3mlljpfn2mk2o11 May 2026 14:54 +0000at://did:plc:oprrqj4pbnwllmwucpespcf7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlljpfn2mk2ohttps://bsky.app/profile/jwaldstreicher.bsky.social/post/3mlbrhqdwtc2cThrilled to earn the endorsement of our Maryland state workers! Our public employees are the beating heart of this great state. They are always there for us; we must always be there for them.07 May 2026 17:46 +0000at://did:plc:oprrqj4pbnwllmwucpespcf7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlbrhqdwtc2chttps://bsky.app/profile/jwaldstreicher.bsky.social/post/3mkprzd2s6s2zUNION YES: Deeply humbled to receive the endorsement of our men & women in Labor! The AFL-CIO is a historic organization fighting for real affordability, fair wages, & the dignity of work. I am proud to fight alongside them.30 Apr 2026 14:08 +0000at://did:plc:oprrqj4pbnwllmwucpespcf7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkprzd2s6s2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/jwaldstreicher.bsky.social/post/3mkirdzeuu22iI was honored to help lead the charge to pass the Community Trust Act, working alongside my colleagues @senbillferg.bsky.social, @willcsmithjr.bsky.social, & Sen. Lam. Supported by @wearecasa.bsky.social, this legislation increases public safety & ends cooperation with ICE. Proud we go it done!27 Apr 2026 19:07 +0000at://did:plc:oprrqj4pbnwllmwucpespcf7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkirdzeuu22ihttps://bsky.app/profile/jwaldstreicher.bsky.social/post/3mk62ff7uy22iThrilled to receive the endorsement of ATU Local 689! Unions make our everyday lives work--at our public schools, local hotels, office buildings, & transit systems. I will always stand with our union brothers & sisters.23 Apr 2026 12:50 +0000at://did:plc:oprrqj4pbnwllmwucpespcf7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk62ff7uy22ihttps://bsky.app/profile/jwaldstreicher.bsky.social/post/3mjwshseee22iPersistence is its own reward. Couldn't be prouder to pass this important bill just hours before the clock hit midnight on sine die. I was honored to work with an incredible group of stillbirth parents, who came to Annapolis year after year. This is their victory. https://www.thebanner.com/education/early-childhood/stillborn-tax-credit-passes-GH3RA2FFJ5ASBOANYZFNOEYANY/20 Apr 2026 15:39 +0000at://did:plc:oprrqj4pbnwllmwucpespcf7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjwshseee22ihttps://bsky.app/profile/jwaldstreicher.bsky.social/post/3mjjzjt4ylk2xNO KINGS: The No Kings Act is now on its way to the Governor's desk! We will not allow the Trump Administration to violate folks' constitutional rights with impunity. So proud to join forces with Dels. Moon & Charkoudian to fight back! https://marylandmatters.org/2026/04/10/no-kings-act-sails-through-house-despite-republican-pushback/15 Apr 2026 13:41 +0000at://did:plc:oprrqj4pbnwllmwucpespcf7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjjzjt4ylk2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/jwaldstreicher.bsky.social/post/3mitftdliw227Not every day that I appear in Gambling Insider, but honored that they featured my bill to crack down on illegal off-shore gambling. Illegal gambling is rife with fraud. Let's support our MD casinos, MD unions, & MD-licensed sports betting apps. https://www.gamblinginsider.com/news/110968/maryland-igaming-online-poker-sweepstakes-hearings06 Apr 2026 13:50 +0000at://did:plc:oprrqj4pbnwllmwucpespcf7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mitftdliw227https://bsky.app/profile/jwaldstreicher.bsky.social/post/3mijhlu54ns27🚨BREAKING: In my campaign for re-election, I'm honored to receive the 2026 Gun Sense Candidate seal from Moms Demand Action! We have made great progress on gun safety here in Maryland. Together, we can continue to crack down on gun violence & build safer communities.02 Apr 2026 14:55 +0000at://did:plc:oprrqj4pbnwllmwucpespcf7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mijhlu54ns27https://bsky.app/profile/jwaldstreicher.bsky.social/post/3mibr5u7dpc2q30 Mar 2026 13:25 +0000at://did:plc:oprrqj4pbnwllmwucpespcf7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mibr5u7dpc2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/jwaldstreicher.bsky.social/post/3mhqnxqvaj224The No Kings Act has passed! My legislation with Del. @lcharkoudian.bsky.social has now passed in both chambers (in slightly different forms). EVERY Marylander should have the right to vindicate their constitutional rights in court. https://marylandmatters.org/2026/03/17/no-kings-act-passes-committee-heads-to-full-senate-for-consideration/23 Mar 2026 18:12 +0000at://did:plc:oprrqj4pbnwllmwucpespcf7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhqnxqvaj224https://bsky.app/profile/jwaldstreicher.bsky.social/post/3mh6pailrck2b"Sen. Jeff Waldstreicher defended Ahn’s appointment by saying there was no conflict of interest. He also recalled Ahn’s record of service to his school district during the pandemic." https://www.baltimoresun.com/2026/03/13/maryland-senate-confirms-moore-deputy-counsel/16 Mar 2026 14:47 +0000at://did:plc:oprrqj4pbnwllmwucpespcf7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mh6pailrck2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/jwaldstreicher.bsky.social/post/3mgmvkpezsk2i“The new secretary has changed the culture of the department, has changed the policies of the department, and is committed not to an ideological vision--but to a vision of safety and rehabilitation,” Waldstreicher said. https://www.thebanner.com/politics-power/state-government/youth-adult-charges-legislation-VTBP4ILBDNBHRGLVPG2OSJZIYI/09 Mar 2026 12:52 +0000at://did:plc:oprrqj4pbnwllmwucpespcf7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mgmvkpezsk2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/jwaldstreicher.bsky.social/post/3mg3ensthxc2d“I believe that this bill is 100% constitutional, but the most important thing is that it’s the right thing to do,” Waldstreicher said. Waldstreicher conceded that some of the bills “will have constitutional risks,” but added that, “These are dire times.” https://marylandmatters.org/2026/02/26/house-votes-mostly-on-party-lines-to-approves-three-emergency-immigration-measures/02 Mar 2026 13:35 +0000at://did:plc:oprrqj4pbnwllmwucpespcf7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mg3ensthxc2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/jwaldstreicher.bsky.social/post/3mfeypddqs22t21 Feb 2026 16:02 +0000at://did:plc:oprrqj4pbnwllmwucpespcf7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mfeypddqs22thttps://bsky.app/profile/jwaldstreicher.bsky.social/post/3mf7wlqxo7s2tJamie Raskin is a true patriot, a fighter of fascism, and an American hero. I am deeply humbled to earn his support!19 Feb 2026 15:41 +0000at://did:plc:oprrqj4pbnwllmwucpespcf7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mf7wlqxo7s2thttps://bsky.app/profile/jwaldstreicher.bsky.social/post/3meyvdyrryc27Recently had the honor of joining the President's press conference. Our three priorities for this session: 1) We're fighting to address the affordability crisis. 2) We're fighting to grow our economy. 3) We're fighting to push back on a lawless Trump Administration & protect our residents.16 Feb 2026 20:30 +0000at://did:plc:oprrqj4pbnwllmwucpespcf7/app.bsky.feed.post/3meyvdyrryc27https://bsky.app/profile/jwaldstreicher.bsky.social/post/3meqtfal7lk27SAVE THE DATE: Aaron, Emily, Jared & I have a wonderful tradition of hosting constituents for District 18 Night. I love these evenings! This year, we are excited to host you in Annapolis and hear about what's on your mind.13 Feb 2026 15:34 +0000at://did:plc:oprrqj4pbnwllmwucpespcf7/app.bsky.feed.post/3meqtfal7lk27https://bsky.app/profile/jwaldstreicher.bsky.social/post/3meja2ogtuc2rAlways a thrill to join with @momsdemandaction.org on their lobby day! Together, we can ban DIY machine guns, end access to guns by domestic abusers, & reform our handgun roster board. Community safety is a policy choice, & we have the power to choose it.10 Feb 2026 14:59 +0000at://did:plc:oprrqj4pbnwllmwucpespcf7/app.bsky.feed.post/3meja2ogtuc2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/jwaldstreicher.bsky.social/post/3mebpqddnq22q07 Feb 2026 15:18 +0000at://did:plc:oprrqj4pbnwllmwucpespcf7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mebpqddnq22qhttps://bsky.app/profile/jwaldstreicher.bsky.social/post/3me2irvm5qk2gPat Tyson is the matriarch of Lyttonsville. She is the connection between this historical community and its modern counterpart. I am humbled to have her support!04 Feb 2026 18:25 +0000at://did:plc:oprrqj4pbnwllmwucpespcf7/app.bsky.feed.post/3me2irvm5qk2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/jwaldstreicher.bsky.social/post/3mdsscx4gts2gHonored to join the Baltimore Banner recently for a wide-ranging discussion on prison conditions & criminal justice reform. We can fight for both accountability and reform simultaneously--they are two sides of the same coin. 📷The Baltimore Banner01 Feb 2026 16:55 +0000at://did:plc:oprrqj4pbnwllmwucpespcf7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mdsscx4gts2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/jwaldstreicher.bsky.social/post/3mdl3tbknrs26Just dropped the No Kings Act - to give Maryland residents the right to sue federal officials who violate their constitutional rights. Crossfiled with my friend @lcharkoudian.bsky.social . #mdga2629 Jan 2026 15:24 +0000at://did:plc:oprrqj4pbnwllmwucpespcf7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mdl3tbknrs26https://bsky.app/profile/jwaldstreicher.bsky.social/post/3mddghpctrs2gAbsolutely thrilled to receive the endorsement of Councilmember Kate Stewart! Kate is a fierce fighter for the communities we represent. With the election less than 5 months away, I'm honored to have her support.26 Jan 2026 14:13 +0000at://did:plc:oprrqj4pbnwllmwucpespcf7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mddghpctrs2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/jwaldstreicher.bsky.social/post/3md42wqa4c22r🔥 I’m incredibly humbled by the many neighbors who continue to invest in the values & policies I fight for everyday. This unprecedented report reflects the grassroots coalition we've built together. I'm deeply grateful to the people of District 18, and ready to continue doing big things!23 Jan 2026 15:58 +0000at://did:plc:oprrqj4pbnwllmwucpespcf7/app.bsky.feed.post/3md42wqa4c22rhttps://bsky.app/profile/jwaldstreicher.bsky.social/post/3mcui7obess2x20 Jan 2026 15:34 +0000at://did:plc:oprrqj4pbnwllmwucpespcf7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mcui7obess2x