Congresswoman Lesko Weekly Update

My Statement on the One-Year Anniversary of January 6th 

January 6, 2021, was an avoidable security failure that we can never allow to happen again. It is unacceptable that one year later the American people still do not have an answer as to why the U.S. Capitol was left so vulnerable. Read my full statement here and watch my remarks below:

In the News

I want to make sure that you don’t miss a minute of what I’m doing to fight for our Arizona values each and every day. Check out some of my latest interviews and press clips to learn more. 

CNS News

January 6th was an avoidable security failure. Since Nancy Pelosi is responsible for security of the U.S. Capitol she needs to tell the American people and Congress why the Capitol was unprepared. I am proud of the Capitol Police for doing their best in the absence of a proper security plan. Click below to read more!

The Tennessee Star

I am appalled by Biden's irresponsible use of funds that were supposed to be spent on COVID-19 testing for Americans but were instead used to care for illegal immigrants. I led a letter to Biden DEMANDING answers on his decision. Click below to read more!

Lesko Introduces Bill to Block Federal Vaccine Databases

I introduced a bill to prohibit federal funding from being used for the creation or maintenance of a federal vaccine database. A federal vaccine database could be used by the Biden Administration to discriminate against the unvaccinated.

Lesko Demands Hearing on the Treatment of January 6th Defendants

This week, I joined Congressman Andy Biggs (R-AZ-05) in a letter to House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jerry Nadler and House Oversight Committee Chairwoman Carolyn Maloney to DEMAND a hearing on the extremely troubling reports of mistreatment of those awaiting trial for their actions on January 6th.

GET THE FACTS: Fentanyl Seizures at the Southern Border Hit Record Numbers

As you may have heard, for the first time in America’s history, more fentanyl than heroin was intercepted at the border. In Fiscal Year 2021, the number of fentanyl seizures increased by 134%. The number of fentanyl seizures at our southern border continues to rise as fentanyl overdoses have become the leading cause of death among U.S. adults between the ages of 18-45. To stop fentanyl from invading our nation, the border must be secured! Biden’s border disaster is a humanitarian, security, and public health crisis that needs immediate attention. These crises cannot continue to be ignored!

Around the District 

I am proud to present Olga Tipton-Tucker with a Congressional Recognition. Olga supports veterans through her work with the Peoria Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Committee and as an events coordinator for an organization called Packages from Home.

I am honored to present Ed Logan, who is on our Military and Veteran Advisory Board, with a Congressional Recognition for his service to the military community and veterans. Ed was also inducted into the Arizona Veterans Hall of Fame.

Last night, I enjoyed meeting with constituents in Goodyear, AZ to speak with them about what I am doing to serve Arizonans in Washington, D.C.!

Casework Highlight

A constituent contacted our office for assistance in getting his 2020 IRS return processed and refund issued. After contacting the IRS and coordinating for his tax return to be processed, the constituent obtained his refund from the IRS.

Encouraging Story

As we wave goodbye to the holiday season, I am pleased to share this story about a  veteran receiving a free hearing aid as part of a local audiologist office’s holiday campaign. HearingLife hosts the Magic of Hearing Care holiday campaign every year. HearingLife has worked hard to help those in need in our community each holiday season, and I am proud of them for their generosity. It’s great to see the ways people in our local communities are helping those in need.

Mobile Office Hours

Our office is hosting Mobile Office Hours on January 11, 2022, at the White Tank Public Library Meeting Room from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM AZ Time. Our casework team is ready to answer your questions and assist you with a federal agency.

We are Here to Help

As always, my office is here to help. My Surprise district office is now 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 Parler and like 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