Congresswoman Lesko Weekly Update

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Lesko in the News

We MUST get back to American energy independence! I joined Jimmy Failla of Fox Across America to discuss the American energy crisis, the border, and more. 

Listen below: 

GET THE FACTS: Migrant Children 

One of the largest humanitarian crises facing our nation is children coming across our Southern Border. Many of these children come unaccompanied by an adult and are often exploited. In August 2023, Border Patrol agents encountered more than 10,500 unaccompanied minors crossing into the United States. When I questioned Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra about these children in a recent committee hearing, he was ill equipped to answer basic questions about what happens to these children once they are in HHS custody. It's time for us to act now to ensure no more children are put in harm's way. We must protect kids. 

You can watch my full questioning of Secretary Becerra below:

Around the District

Keith from my District Office presented Duet: Partners in Health and Aging with a Congressional Recognition for their work in assisting the senior community. Duet supports homebound adults, family caregivers, and offers other family support services. 

Casework Highlight

A constituent contacted our office after she received a job offer to teach in another country, but was unable to obtain her documents from the State Department. These documents were needed to qualify for a work visa, so our office contacted the State Department regarding her urgent travel needs and was able to assist the constituent in receiving the required documents on time. 

Mobile Office Hours

Team Lesko will be hosting Mobile Office Hours at the Rio Vista Rec Center on Wednesday, September 27, 2023, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Please do not hesitate to attend, we love to serve you!

Military Academy Nominations

I have the privilege of nominating a limited number of students in the 8^th Congressional District to four of our five service academies. This includes: the U.S. Military Academy (West Point), the U.S. Naval Academy, the U.S. Air Force Academy, and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. Interested students should visit this link to confirm their eligibility and begin the application process. Applications are due October 27, 2023, so students are encouraged to begin as soon as possible. 

Congressional App Challenge

Submissions for the Congressional App Challenge are now open to all middle and high school students! The Congressional App Challenge is a competition to encourage students to engage in coding and computer science projects. App submissions are due by November 1, 2023. Winning apps will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol! Register today and submit your app here.

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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/.

I encourage you to visit the website and to also follow me on Twitter, Instagram and my Facebook page for up to date information on what I'm doing and how my office can help you.

May God continue to bless you and our great Nation.

Sincerely,

Congresswoman Debbie Lesko