Congresswoman Lesko Weekly Update

Good Afternoon,

It is good to be back in Arizona after a busy few weeks of voting in Washington, D.C.!

This week, I met with two constituents, Dawn and Scott Brown, who are advocating for patients with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.

I also took part in an Energy and Coastal Conservation Tour in Louisiana with the Energy, Climate and Conservation Task Force created by Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy. We toured the Mississippi River and discussed Louisiana's costal resilience and thriving energy industry!

We also discussed the fishing industry, and we were able to see a shrimp boat at Port Fourchon in Louisiana!

Remembering Congresswoman Jackie Walorski

I was deeply saddened to hear that Congresswoman Jackie Walorski of Indiana passed away earlier this week in a car accident, along with Emma Thomson, her Communications Director, and Zachery Potts, who was her District Director and the St. Joseph County Republican Party Chairman. Jackie Walorski lived a life dedicated to serving the people of Indiana, and she will be greatly missed. I ask everyone to please keep the loved ones of Jackie, Emma, and Zachery in your prayers during this incredibly difficult time.

In the News 

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

Stacy on the Right

It was great to join Stacy on the Right to discuss my bill to cut back on burdensome nuclear energy regulations, the Democrats’ disastrous Green New Deal agenda, and President Biden’s border crisis. Biden and Congressional Democrats must stop putting America LAST. Listen below:

GET THE FACTS: Democrats' Reckless Spending Spree

Our nation has entered into a recession after two quarters of negative GDP growth, and inflation is at a 40-year high. Instead of focusing on solving this economic crisis caused by out-of-control government spending, Congressional Democrats are planning on pushing through a tax-and-spend package full of their partisan priorities. This terrible legislation includes $64 billion to expand Obamacare, which could total as much as $248 billion when removing the false three-year sunset provision and $80 billion to double the size of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) by hiring 87,000 IRS agents to audit hardworking Americans. This partisan package also includes $369 billion dollars to fund the left's disastrous Green New Deal agenda that will increase Americans' already sky-high energy costs and will make our nation's energy crisis even worse. In total, this bill is projected to increase our nation's deficit by $114 billion, and will raise taxes on nearly every single American. According to the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School of Business, this package will increase inflation rates for the next two years. At a time when Americans need economic relief and a reprieve from the high prices at the pump, Democrats are more focused on their own unrealistic agenda than helping the American people.

Around the District 

Michael from our office attended the 56th Fighter Wing change of command ceremony at Luke Air Force Base where Brigadier General Gregory Kreuder relinquished command to Brigadier General Jason M. Rueschhoff. Thank you, Brigadier General Kreuder, for your service to Arizona and our nation, and congratulations to Brigadier General Rueschhoff on becoming Commander of the 56th Fighter Wing!

Monica from our office attended the ribbon cutting for GUYMGUYZ, which provides mobile customized, personal training plans for people who need more flexible workout hours than traditional gyms provide. Welcome to Arizona’s Eight Congressional District!

Michael from our office attended the 100th birthday celebration for our constituent, Charles Crest, who is also a World War II veteran. Happy Birthday, Charles, and thank you for your service!

Monica from our office attended the ribbon cutting for the new Goodyear, AZ City Hall. The new city hall includes offices, a new library, and a park!

Austin from our office attended a ribbon cutting for the Arizona School of Medical Massage and Wellness in Peoria, AZ, which provides instruction and hands-on experience for people training to be licensed massage therapists. Welcome to AZ-08!

Casework Highlight

A constituent reached out to our office for assistance with the Social Security Administration. He applied for disability benefits over a year ago, but he had not received a resolution. After our office contacted the Social Security Administration, his claim was processed successfully, and the constituent received his benefits and backpay.

Encouraging Story

I want to share this story about how Phoenix Rescue Mission served over 600 children during its annual back-to-school drive by providing each child with a backpack, a school uniform, school supplies, a new pair of shoes, and reading books. It is wonderful to see the Phoenix Rescue Mission helping so many children in our local communities!

Mobile Office Hours

Our office is hosting Mobile Office Hours on September 21, 2022, at the North Valley Regional Library in Anthem, AZ from 2:45 PM – 4:45 PM AZ Time. Our casework team is ready to answer your questions and assist you with federal agencies.

District Office Internships

Our district office in Surprise, AZ is now accepting applications for internships! Congressional internships are a wonderful way to gain valuable insight into how the federal government works while serving the community, and I strongly encourage students to apply. Click here to submit your internship application, and please call our office at 623-776-7911 if you have any questions.

Military Academy Nominations

Are you interested in attending a Military Service Academy? Applications for Service Academy Nominations are now open! The deadline for this year’s Service Academy Nominations is October 28, 2022. Visit my website or click here to learn more and apply!

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. App submissions are due by November 1, 2022. Winning apps will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol! Register today and submit your app here.

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, 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