Congresswoman Lesko Weekly Update

Good Afternoon,

I hope everyone had a great week! It has been another busy week in Arizona. If you would like to share this newsletter with others, please direct them to this link and encourage them to subscribe.

Lesko Talks to U.S. Women's Health Alliance

It was great to speak with the U.S. Women's Health Alliance about the work my colleagues and I on the House Energy and Commerce Committee are doing and how I am advocating for health care system improvements in Arizona.

Lesko Meets with Mayor Skip Hall

I met with Surprise, AZ Mayor Skip Hall to discuss the city’s growth and improvements to the city’s infrastructure.

Lesko Meets with Brain Injury Alliance of Arizona

It was great to meet with the Brain Injury Alliance of Arizona to hear how they are working to improve the lives of those impacted by brain injuries. We appreciate all they do to inform, support, and educate Arizonans and work toward brain injury prevention!

Lesko Supports Medical Liberty

I signed the Medical Liberty Pledge! It is critical that Americans have the right to consent to a medical product or procedure without government coercion.

Lesko Speaks with Arizona Chamber of Commerce

I spoke to the Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry about how House Republicans passed H.R. 1 to unleash American energy and reduce costs for Americans.

Lesko Experiences Waymo's Autonomous Vehicle

I also had a wonderful time meeting with Waymo and riding around in one of their autonomous vehicles!

In the News

I want to make sure you don't miss a minute of what I’m doing to fight for Arizonans each and every day. Check out my latest interviews below!

Newsmax

I joined Newsmax to discuss how New York District Attorney Alvin Bragg is soft on real crime, but is choosing to target President Trump. The American people see this for what it is – a political witch hunt. House Republicans will not let this distraction keep us from working for the American people! Watch my interview below:

The Seth Leibsohn Show

I joined the Seth Leibsohn Show to discuss how the indictment of President Trump is merely a political witch hunt. Instead, House Republicans are focused on passing legislation to unleash American energy and to secure the border! Listen to the full interview below:

Fox News

I joined Fox News to discuss how there is a humanitarian crisis, drug crisis, and national security crisis at our southern border. Yet, President Biden and Secretary Mayorkas won’t call it a crisis! This is failed leadership at its finest. Watch the full interview below:

The Conservative Circus

I joined The Conservative Circus with James T. Harris to discuss how the indictment of President Trump is political persecution, and everyone knows the case is legally weak. House Republicans, meanwhile, are focused on working to unleash American energy and lower energy costs for American families! Listen below:

Lesko on the Arraignment of President Donald J. Trump

On Tuesday, President Donald J. Trump was arraigned in New York. This was a sad day for our nation. Democrats will stop at nothing to go after President Trump. This case is weak and yet another political witch hunt to unjustly attack him. This is an egregious abuse of power from liberal New York District Attorney Alvin Bragg, who campaigned on going after President Trump. Bragg has brought trumped-up charges that baselessly claim there was intent to commit another crime without naming that crime to turn these charges into felonies. The Federal Election Commission and federal prosecutors at the Department of Justice already decided not to pursue this case. This is a sham indictment meant to score political points and weaponize our judicial system to help Democrats win another election.

GET THE FACTS: House Republicans Passed the Parents Bill of Rights 

Parents have a fundamental right to have a say in their children's education. Unfortunately, the Biden Administration has worked to target parents and prevent them from having a say in what their children are being taught in the classroom. For this reason, House Republicans passed H.R. 5, the Parents Bill of Rights. This legislation protects parents' rights to know what’s being taught in schools and to see reading material, rights to be heard, rights to see their school's budget and spending, rights to protect their child’s privacy, and rights to be updated on any violent activity at school. This legislation requires school districts to post their curriculum information publicly, and schools must provide parents with a list of books and reading materials available in their school libraries. This bill also ensures that parents are allowed to address their school board on issues impacting the education of children in the school district and requires school districts to consider community feedback when making decisions. The Parents Bill of Rights also protects parents' First Amendment rights to the freedom of speech and assembly when it comes to their children's education. I was proud to vote for this important legislation, and I am continuing to work with my House Republican colleagues to protect parental rights.

Around the District

Michael from our office attended the 10^th Annual Tuskegee Airmen Commemoration Day hosted by the 944^th Fighter Wing and the Archer-Ragsdale Arizona Chapter of the Tuskegee Airmen at Luke Air Force Base to celebrate the 82^nd anniversary of the Tuskegee Airmen.

Monica from our office presented a Congressional Recognition to Rock Steady Boxing in Phoenix, AZ, which provides non-contact boxing classes to Parkinson’s patients so they can become independent.

Monica from our office toured Peoria Elementary School where she spoke about the services our office provides, including the Library of Congress Surplus Book Program, scholastic achievement certificates, and Congressional Recognition awards.

Monica from our office presented a Congressional Recognition to Glorious Treasure Thrift Store in Sun City, AZ, which provides employment opportunities to adults with intellectual disabilities.

Casework Highlight

A constituent contacted our office after not receiving his final paycheck after separating from the military. Our office contacted the U.S. Department of the Navy and inquired about the status of his final payment. After our inquiry, the constituent received his final pay.

Congressional Art Competition

Our office is accepting submissions for the 2023 Congressional Art Competition now until May 3, 2023. The Congressional Art Competition is open to students, grades 9-12, who reside or attend school in Arizona's 8^th Congressional District. The winner will have their work displayed for one year in the U.S. Capitol. Please click here for more information.

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We are Here to Help

As always, my office is here to help. My Surprise district office is open and serving constituents. To make an appointment with the office, please call 623-776-7911.

My Washington, D.C. office is open and answering your calls. Please feel free to contact us via phone at 202-225-4576 or via email by going to my website at https://lesko.house.gov/contact/.

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May God continue to bless you and our great Nation.

Sincerely,

Congresswoman Debbie Lesko