Congresswoman Lesko Weekly Update

Good Afternoon,

This week, I remained in Washington, D.C. for a committee hearing, a series of votes in the U.S. House of Representatives, and more!

It was so nice to give my former colleague from the Arizona State Legislature, Mark Cardenas, a tour of the U.S. Capitol.

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I also attended a meeting with Taiwan Ambassador Hsiao Bi-khim to discuss areas of mutual collaboration between Taiwan and the United States and the looming threat of China. Taiwan is a strong ally to our nation and a pillar of freedom and democracy.

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I had a wonderful time meeting with the Studio Academy of Beauty and the Tucson College of Beauty to discuss federal regulations and other issues facing the beauty and wellness education community.

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It’s Time To Secure Our Border

Last week, President Biden announced that the Title 42 public health order at the southern border will be lifted on May 23, 2022. We are already witnessing record-high numbers of illegal immigrants crossing our border. This decision will cause absolute mayhem on our southern border!

Read my full statement:

President Biden and Democrats removed the last line of defense at our Southern Border with the rescinding of Title 42. Since his first day in office, Biden has enacted reckless border policies that signal to the rest of the world that our border is open. The flood of illegal immigrants entering our border communities is a danger to our national health and security and it will only increase with the removal of Title 42.

This week, I attended a Border Security Caucus meeting with DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas to discuss the chaos at our southern border and the Biden Administration’s decision to end Title 42.

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I joined House Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy and my Republican colleagues for a briefing from the National Border Patrol Council about Title 42 and the border. In the briefing, I asked about how the Biden Administration is exacerbating sex trafficking through their open border policies.

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President Biden’s plan for our border is to keep it open. By revoking Title 42, our nation will see a surge in sex, human, and drug trafficking, along with an unprecedented number of illegal immigrant encounters. Watch my full remarks at House Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy’s press conference with my other House Republican colleagues here:

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Democrats continue to push open border policies and block attempts to secure our border. On the House Floor this week, I requested a vote on Congresswoman Yvette Herrell’s (R-NM-02) PAUSE Act, which requires Title 42 to remain in place. Unfortunately, Democrats blocked this request. Watch my full remarks on the House Floor below:

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Democrats have done everything in their power to open our southern border up to record-high levels of illegal immigration, drug trafficking, and sex trafficking. The Democrats’ open border policies are endangering the lives of every American. Watch my full remarks on the House Floor below:

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House Energy and Commerce Committee

It’s no coincidence that gas prices have been on the rise since President Biden took office! This week in the House Energy and Commerce Committee, I called out the Biden Administration and Democrats for causing Americans pain at the pump. Watch my full remarks below:

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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. 

Fox and Friends

I joined Fox News’ Fox and Friends to discuss the Russia-Ukraine situation, inflation, and more. You don’t want to miss this!

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One America News Network

I spoke with One America News Network to discuss how President Biden’s policies have caused our nation’s gas prices to skyrocket.

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The Daily Signal

Watch my full interview on the Daily Signal with Doug Blair where I talk about how President Biden and the Democrats’ policies have led to high gas prices for Americans. I also discuss how my Republican colleagues and I would lower gas prices.

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The Wilkow Majority Show

Listen to my full interview on the Wilkow Majority Show with Andrew Wilkow where I talk about how the Biden Administration’s energy policies have driven up gas prices, improving election integrity, and more!

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Sun City West Independent

Our office presented a Congressional Recognition to Recorded Recreational Reading for the Blind, which is a nonprofit organization that produces audio recordings of news, books, and magazines for those who are visually impaired. Click below to read more!

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Lesko Demands the U.S. Capitol Building to Fully Reopen

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Having tours of the U.S. Capitol at limited capacity is not enough! I joined Congresswoman Yvette Herrell (R-NM-02) in a letter to the House Sergeant at Arms to demand the People’s House be fully reopened to the American people.

Lesko Stands Up for Veterans Needing Their Service Records

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Many veterans rely on their service records to get access to benefits such as medical treatments and home loans. I sent a letter with Congressman Andy Biggs (R-AZ-05) to the Archivist at the U.S. National Archives and Records Administration to see how they plan to tackle this backlog and provide our veterans with the vital records they need. 

Around the District 

Michael from our office attended the Arizona Veterans Hall of Fame Society’s 15th Annual Patriotic Awards Luncheon where Debbie Lee, founder of America's Mighty Warriors, got the Copper Sword Award. I introduced the bill dedicating the Surprise Post Office to her son, fallen Navy SEAL Marc Lee.

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In 2020 alone, Arizona had approximately 150 confirmed cases of sex trafficking cases. Austin from our office presented a Congressional Recognition to StreetLightUSA for helping adolescent girls who are survivors or at risk of commercial sex trafficking and exploitation.

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Casework Highlight

A constituent reached out to our office as the Social Security Administration (SSA) was non-responsive in helping her obtain documents needed for a deceased family members’ estate execution. We reached out to SSA and were able to help her obtain the document she needed which allowed her to finalize the estate.

Encouraging Story

I am happy to share this story about Hickman's Family Farms and Over Easy Restaurants partnering to support the United Food Bank. Last year alone, they were able to raise $11,512 and 5,756 dozen eggs. This year, they are planning to donate $20,000 and 10,000 dozen eggs. It is great to see Hickman's Family Farms and Over Easy Restaurants coming together to alleviate hunger for Arizonans!

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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.

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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, ParlerGettr, 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

 

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