WASHINGTON, March 18 -- Rep. Sylvia Garcia, D-Texas, issued the following news release:

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Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia Statement on Allegations Against Cesar Chavez

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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia (D-TX-29) released the following statement in response to allegations of abuse by Cesar Chavez:

"The allegations detailed in recent reporting about Cesar Chavez are deeply disturbing and heartbreaking.