Congresswoman Lesko Weekly Update

Good Afternoon,

This week, I was back in Washington, D.C. for a series of votes in the U.S. House of Representatives! I enjoyed meeting with the Navajo Nation’s President Jonathan Nez and First Lady Phefelia Nez to discuss infrastructure projects on their lands and other issues that face their community. 

I enjoyed meeting with the Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce to discuss the issues that are facing Arizona’s Hispanic community. 

I had a wonderful time meeting with the Arizona Defense Coalition to discuss the policy priorities of defense and industry leaders across Arizona.

I also had a great time meeting with Arizona State University’s Graduate and Professional Student Association to discuss various issues that students face today.

I was honored to speak at the Foundation for Nuclear Studies’ Event about nuclear energy and other energy solutions.

I had a wonderful time speaking at the Taiwanese Chambers of Commerce of North America Reception about our nation’s partnership with Taiwan and the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company coming to Arizona's 8^th Congressional District.

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. 

The Todd Starnes Show

Listen to my interview with Todd Starnes where I discuss the raging border crisis happening at our southern border.

The Seth Leibsohn Show

I joined Seth Leibsohn to discuss the Democrats’ reckless spending and the unsustainable debt that Americans are being forced to carry as a result.

Lesko Joins Efforts to Garner Support for the F-35 Program

I joined the Congressional Joint Strike Fighter Caucus’ letter to the Appropriations Committee to urge support for the increased production and continued investment in the F-35 program. Arizona's 8^th Congressional District is proud to be home to the F-35! 

Lesko Stands Up for Parents Making Medical Decisions for their Children

To prevent minors from receiving COVID-19 vaccines without first obtaining parental consent, I cosponsored Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler’s (R-WA-13) Protecting Parental Rights Act. Parents should have the final say when it comes to their children’s medical decisions!

GET THE FACTS: The Federal Reserve's Preferred Inflation Gauge Jumped by 6.4% in February

Joe Biden did it again. In February, the personal consumption expenditures price index (PCE), which is the Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge, jumped by a whopping 6.4%. This is a 40-year high. Despite this, Democrats continue their inflationary spending. Arizonans are feeling the pain of skyrocketing inflation from the gas pump to the grocery store and they know that Democrats are to blame.

Around the District 

Monica from our office presented a Congressional Recognition to Sky Kids for providing free flights on private planes to children with special needs. They do an amazing job of bringing smiles to the faces of children with special needs.

Austin from our office presented Francine Sumner, the founder and CEO of Kid in the Corner, with a Congressional Recognition. Kid in the Corner is a nonprofit organization dedicated to suicide prevention by shining a light on mental illness. 

Austin from our office attended a ribbon cutting for StretchLab in Peoria, AZ. StretchLab assists their clients with stretching and mobility plans that fit their specific needs.

Monica from our office attended a ribbon cutting for Omnia Women’s Health Center.

Austin from our office dropped off books from the Library of Congress’ Surplus Book Program to Copperwood Elementary School in Glendale, Arizona!

Casework Highlight

A constituent contacted our office for assistance in obtaining his IRS Tax Refund. After our office reached out to the IRS, it was determined the refund had been issued but was stuck in a third-party holding bank and had not been released to the constituent. We were able to get the hold removed and the constituent received his refund.

Encouraging Story

I am pleased to share this story about high school students from Mesa, Arizona, raising over $3,000 to help Ukrainian refugees. When these students heard about the Russia-Ukraine conflict, they were so moved that they decided to take action and help those affected. I am very proud of these students for stepping up to help the courageous Ukrainian people during this dark time.

The 2022 Congressional Art Competition

Calling all Arizona high school artists! The 2022 Congressional Art Competition is a great chance for students in grades 9-12 to show off their artistic abilities. The winner will have their artwork displayed in the U.S. Capitol for a year. Visit my website for more information on how to participate. We are accepting submissions now through April 27, 2022.

Mobile Office Hours

Our office is hosting Mobile Office Hours on April 22, 2022, at the Foothills Library Hummingbird Room from 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM AZ Time. Our casework team is ready to answer your questions and assist you with federal agencies.

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, Parler, Gettr, and Truth Social, 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