Statement by Congressman Darrell Issa on San Diego Highway Closure

October 18, 2025 Press Release SAN DIEGO, CA - Congressman Darrell Issa recently issued the following statement in response to California Governor Gavin Newsom's closure of a major California highway during the Marine Corps 250th Anniversary celebration: “Gavin Newsom - who never served a day in the military - is overruling the best-trained and most experienced leaders of our Marine Corps and shutting down the main interstate highway in the San Diego region for no other reason that a spiteful publicity stunt. “It’s a disgusting abuse of power. But not at all surprising. “Governor, stick to podcasting. Let our military, service members, and the men and women who have volunteered to defend our nation do their jobs.” ### Issues : Oversight and Accountability Veterans and the Military