Defending Long Beach's Values When It Matters Most
When the federal government comes for the programs and families that Long Beach depends on, Rex Richardson doesn't stay quiet. He fights. That's what leadership looks like.
Rex strengthened the Long Beach Values Act twice in 2025 — ensuring no city resources are used to enforce federal immigration policies that tear families apart.
He launched the Neighbors Supporting Neighbors Fund, raising $200,000 to support immigrant families and community members facing federal threats.
The Defending Our Long Beach Values Plan committed $5 million to legal services and housing stability — providing undocumented families and small businesses with know-your-rights training, eviction defense, and direct relief.
Through Upstream LB, Rex secured protections for seniors and families at risk of losing their homes due to federal funding cuts — ensuring Long Beach shields its most vulnerable residents from Washington's failures.
Rex has been a consistent, vocal presence in regional and national coalitions pushing back on cuts to healthcare, housing, and services that Long Beach families rely on.
Rex's position is simple: Long Beach is a city that takes care of its own. No matter what Washington does.