Todd Bloomstine

Full time husband. Full time father. Owner of CA lobbying firm Bloomstine & Bloomstine LLC. All around busy person -- but never too busy for you.

[Todd Bloomstine @TABloomstine]

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[Nolan Peterson @nolanwpeterson]

Back in the summer of 2015, during the air campaign against ISIS, I visited a group of U.S. Air Force pararescuemen and combat rescue officers at their base in northern Iraq. They were on call 24/7, ready within 15 minutes to rescue downed U.S. or coalition pilots in northern Iraq and Syria.

These guys were the best of the best. Brave beyond measure. To cut down on rescue times they often pre-positioned their helos at landing sites deep within ISIS territory.

“We take fire every time we go out,” one combat rescue officer told me. He added: “We are a reactive force but there are things we can do to lean forward to be able to be more effective. We have to get close if you want us to have a chance.”

These guys weren't used to having a journalist around. But they let me visit with one caveat. Now that they had a real, live (albeit former) U.S. Air Force pilot on hand, they decided to use me for some hands-on training. They deposited me, signaling device in hand, at the end of an old runway and swept in with their helicopter to simulate a rescue. Then they did it again and again. I got a few rides up the hoist that day. Loved every minute of it.

When I was deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan as an Air Force pilot, I just took it for granted that there was a group of elite badasses somewhere out there ready to come rescue me if I went down in enemy territory. I'm grateful I got to see these guys in action from ground level, for I realized how fortunate I truly was.

Events over the past day in Iran have rekindled those memories from a decade ago in Iraq, and reminded me of the nonrepayable debt that every American combat pilot has for those brave operators who are always ready to risk their lives so that we may live.

A few photos below of that "training day" in Iraq in 2015. I'm the dude in the black shirt.

[Rebuild SoCal @RebuildSoCal]

The I-15 corridor is California’s deadliest highway, with over 1000 crashes documented between 2018 and 2024. The I-15 expansion project will reduce congestion, allowing for safer and more efficient travel on the route.

[Todd Bloomstine @TABloomstine]

@tony873004 @Space_Station This was probably one of my favorite sky observations. That and watching rockets take off from my brother's place in Merritt Island, FL. https://t.co/ZBlEKnsm0q

[Todd Bloomstine @TABloomstine]

Welcome home Dragon and crew! From Elk Grove, CA. @SpaceX @DJSnM #dragon #Crew11

[Todd Bloomstine @TABloomstine]

@tony873004 @Space_Station I did. I think I noticed it start to dim about 10-15 seconds before it went totally out. I assume that's the effect of the ISS transitioning from the penumbra to umbra. Been a while since I've had an Astronomy class...

[Todd Bloomstine @TABloomstine]

This is one of the hardest working people in not just Sacramento, but the entire state! Keep up the great work @EytanWallace!

[Todd Bloomstine @TABloomstine]

@ChrisMicheli It’s 162 steps to the seventh floor and worth the effort! Please excuse me for being out of breath for ten minutes though…

[Todd Bloomstine @TABloomstine]

Welcome home Dragon and crew! From Elk Grove, CA. @SpaceX @DJSnM #dragon #Crew11

[Todd Bloomstine @TABloomstine]

@NorCalNoel916 @BlackHatFootbal He brought a fun and entertaining perspective to high school football programs that receive little attention from the *big* media outlets. God Bless @BlackHatFootbal. You���ll be missed. 🫡 🤠

[CIF Sac-Joaquin Section @cifsjs]

🐴 Today we highlight Bradshaw Christian School! 💜💛

Founded in 1993 with just three preschool students, Bradshaw Christian has grown into a thriving PS–12th grade educational community serving more than 1,200 students across its campuses. What began as a small preschool is now a full high school offering strong academics, vibrant campus life, and competitive athletics.

On the field, Bradshaw Christian has built an impressive dynasty:

🏆 33 Sac-Joaquin Section Titles in just 20 years of varsity athletics
📅 Section titles earned in 17 of those 20 years — a remarkable run of consistency and excellence.

Bradshaw Christian is also proud of its standout athletes, including:
⚾ Brady Dragmire – Drafted by the Toronto Blue Jays
⚾ David Wiser – Continuing his baseball career at Stanford University

The Pride continues to roar both in the classroom and in competition.

📣 Follow athletics: @BCPrideFootball on Twitter

[Todd Bloomstine @TABloomstine]

@coach425DC I, for one, appreciate the shits and giggles. GL to the Bears this Friday.

[The Sacramento Bee @sacbee_news]

Bradshaw Christian grinds past powerhouse Woodland Christian. 11-0 Sonora awaits https://t.co/Dkrh7SPqpS

[Philip conner @_CoachPC_]

@BCPrideFootball @SacBee_JoeD @BlackHatFootbal @WCPSacramento

[Philip conner @_CoachPC_]

@BCPrideFootball @SacBee_JoeD

[Senator Rosilicie Ochoa Bogh @SenOchoaBogh]

#LegislativeUpdate: The Governor has signed #SB440! In construction, changes to plans happen often, but contractors and subcontractors frequently wait months or years to get paid for extra work. #SB440 ensures a fair and timely payment process.

[Todd Bloomstine @TABloomstine]

@coach425DC @danpaige78 @BlackHatFootbal @AndrewB_ustop @ExecProtectU @TVL_GOATs @GJTruthFinder @NotYoDaddysMLL @reginitis257 @coachlousstache @CornerRamos @SacBee_JoeD We talked about defending against zone blocking schemes all the way home after that game... It's a good offense for read-dependent LBs.

[Todd Bloomstine @TABloomstine]

@coach425DC @danpaige78 @reginitis257 @BlackHatFootbal @AndrewB_ustop @ExecProtectU @TVL_GOATs @GJTruthFinder @NotYoDaddysMLL @coachlousstache @CornerRamos @SacBee_JoeD Great to hear! Small world alert, BCS' starting QB's sister attends NAU...I've heard great things about the school. Enjoy the time with kids. They grow up fast. My oldest just graduated from college. Youngest is a senior at BCS.

[Todd Bloomstine @TABloomstine]

Calaveras has a good squad. Better than I’d thought they’d be with a real bruiser of a running back. Should be a good one for you, @coach425DC. I think they’re a sleeper. Calpreps (well whatever it is called now) has the game at 31-27 Bears. GL. I trust you and the family are well.