U.S. Rep. David Schweikert (AZ-6)
Recent News About U.S. Rep. David Schweikert (AZ-6)
-
Schweikert: It’s Time for Members of Congress To Start Acting Like Adults
U.S. Representative David Schweikert delivered a speech on the House Floor addressing the disinformation campaign being waged by foreign countries like China, Russia, and Iran through the weaponization of artificial intelligence. Rep. Schweikert raised concerns about the impact of AI on spreading misinformation, stating, "We don’t actually understand it, but we have a war going on... The number of data points we have here showing particularly China, Russia, Iran, and it’s getting weaponized at a level I don’t think any of us are intellectually ready for because AI is here."...
-
Schweikert Op-Ed: Bipartisan Tax Package Would Help Arizona Businesses Grow
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representative David Schweikert (AZ-01) authored an op-ed for the Phoenix Business Journal yesterday to advocate for the proven pro-growth policies in the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act, bipartisan legislation that will provide much-needed relief to struggling families and small businesses, spur innovation and job creation, and invest in the future of all Arizonans. Rep. Schweikert called on the U.S. Senate to swiftly pass the bipartisan tax package which passed the House with bipartisan support more than two months ago.In his...
-
Schweikert Introduces Legislation to Expedite the Advancement of Treatments Targeting Addictive Substances
U.S. Representative David Schweikert recently introduced the Substance Therapy Designation Act, a bill aimed at expediting the development and review of treatments targeting addictive substances such as opioids, cocaine, methamphetamine, and alcohol. The legislation would allow these substances to be eligible for an FDA breakthrough therapy designation, ultimately speeding up the process of bringing effective treatments to those in need.Speaking about the bill, Rep. Schweikert highlighted the urgency of addressing the ongoing crisis of illicit drugs flowing into the...
-
Schweikert: Congress Fights Over Pennies While Avalanche of Debt Is Hurtling Toward Us
U.S. Representative David Schweikert (AZ-01) expressed concerns on the House Floor about the escalating national debt and its repercussions on the country's financial stability. Schweikert highlighted the impact of excessive spending on inflation and deficit levels, emphasizing the urgent need for fiscal responsibility.Regarding the Congressional Budget Office's deficit spending projection for FY24, Schweikert criticized the discrepancy in estimates, stating, "How do we keep missing the number by $1 trillion? Is that part of the scam?" He pointed out the significant gap...
-
Schweikert, Ciscomani, Stanton Demand IRS Reverse Decision to Tax 2023 Arizona Tax Rebate
U.S. Representatives David Schweikert, Juan Ciscomani, and Greg Stanton have come together to challenge the IRS's decision to tax the 2023 Arizona Tax Rebate. In a letter addressed to IRS Commissioner Daniel Werfel, the Arizona representatives expressed their concerns and urged for a reversal of the decision.“The country is poorer now than it was three years ago, and Arizonans are no different, facing the brunt of financial pressure with supermarket prices now nearly 25% higher than in January 2020, for example. State officials acted in good faith with the reasonably...
-
Schweikert: Reckless Spending in President Biden’s FY25 Budget Would Blow Up National Debt
U.S. Representative David Schweikert (AZ-01) recently addressed the House Floor to criticize President Biden’s FY25 budget, which proposes a significant increase in spending, taxes, and national debt. Schweikert highlighted various issues with the budget, including the impact on working families and the middle class. He pointed out that the budget would lead to a VAT tax by the end of the decade, making the working middle class poorer.Schweikert warned that middle-class taxes will increase once provisions from the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act expire in 2025. He emphasized...
-
Schweikert Urges Congress to Address $34 Trillion National Debt Crisis
U.S. Representative David Schweikert delivered a speech on the House Floor addressing the pressing issue of the $34 trillion national debt. Schweikert emphasized the urgency of the situation, highlighting the projected depletion of the Social Security Trust Fund and escalating borrowing costs.Regarding the Social Security Trust Fund running out of money by 2034, Schweikert explained the mechanics behind the fund and its impending depletion. He stated, "The Social Security Trust Fund builds up, builds up, builds up... So every month they have to take a little bit of one of...
-
Schweikert Introduces Legislation to Support Increased Protection for Religious Institutions
U.S. Representative David Schweikert has introduced the Warranting of Religious Spaces to Handle Increased Protection (WORSHIP) Act, a legislation aiming to provide greater flexibility to religious institutions and nonprofit organizations receiving funding from FEMA’s Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) to enhance security measures against terrorist threats and antisemitic incidents. Schweikert stated, “Our communities depend on places of worship to come together and embrace shared beliefs throughout life. No one should feel threatened when exercising their religious...
-
Schweikert: Will Members of Congress Ever Put Batteries in Their Calculators?
U.S. Representative David Schweikert delivered a speech on the House Floor addressing the issue of discretionary spending cuts and the national debt. He emphasized that fighting over these cuts has no impact on reeling in the $34 trillion national debt because every dime of money that Congress votes on is borrowed. Schweikert argued that unless Members of Congress are willing to have difficult conversations about revolutionizing the cost of healthcare, federal deficits will continue to spiral out of control.In his speech, Schweikert expressed his frustration with the...
-
Schweikert: Congress Has Abdicated Responsibility for Restoring Nation’s Fiscal Health
U.S. Representative David Schweikert (AZ-01) delivered a speech on the House Floor, highlighting the Congress's failure to address the nation's fiscal crisis. He expressed concern about the long-term consequences and the impact it would have on future generations. Comparing inflation-adjusted wages, Schweikert emphasized that working-class Americans are poorer today than they were three years ago.Schweikert criticized Congress for its inability to tackle the debt crisis, stating, "Congress has decided they don't want to be in charge." He expressed frustration with the...
-
Schweikert: Record Borrowing Through First Quarter of FY24 Is Simply Unsustainable
U.S. Representative David Schweikert (AZ-01) expressed concern about the record borrowing costs of the federal government, which have reached almost $100,000 per second since the beginning of Fiscal Year 2024. Speaking on the House Floor, Rep. Schweikert highlighted that the national debt has increased by $2.2 trillion since the passage of the Fiscal Responsibility Act and emphasized the need for policies to stabilize the debt-to-GDP ratio.Rep. Schweikert pointed out the alarming rate at which the government is borrowing, stating, "We're a little over one quarter into...
-
Schweikert: Federal Borrowing Costs Eclipse $80,000 Every Second
U.S. Representative David Schweikert delivered a speech on the House Floor highlighting the alarming rate at which the United States federal government is borrowing money. He revealed that the borrowing rate has reached over $80,000 every second, a figure that has not been seen since the COVID-19 pandemic. Schweikert emphasized the need to address this growing issue, stating, "We did something today that we've never done before – other than in the middle of COVID. But we did something very special today. Over the last 365 days, our borrowing has increased so much the last...
-
Schweikert, McCarthy, and Bipartisan, Bicameral Leaders Reintroduce FORWARD Act to Fight Valley Fever
U.S. Representative David Schweikert, former Speaker Kevin McCarthy, and other bipartisan leaders have reintroduced the Finding Orphan-disease Remedies with Antifungal Research and Development (FORWARD) Act. The FORWARD Act is a bipartisan legislation aimed at supporting research initiatives to detect, treat, and combat Valley Fever, a disease caused by a fungus commonly found in desert soils that can infect the lungs of humans and canines.Valley Fever has been a growing concern in the western United States, particularly in Arizona and California. With cases on the rise,...
-
Schweikert: Every Dime That Congress Votes on Is Borrowed Money
U.S. Representative David Schweikert (AZ-01) delivered a speech on the House Floor today, highlighting the concerning state of the country's finances. He emphasized that gross interest will exceed $1 trillion this fiscal year, making it the second largest expense in the government. Schweikert also drew attention to the fact that the Social Security trust fund is projected to run out of money in nine years, leading to a 25% cut in retirement benefits and potentially doubling senior poverty.Schweikert addressed the issue of the Social Security trust fund running out,...
-
Schweikert Statement on the Passing of Justice Sandra Day O’Connor
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Congressman David Schweikert (AZ-01) expressed his condolences on the passing of Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, the first female Supreme Court Justice. In his statement, Schweikert highlighted O'Connor's remarkable life and her significant contributions to the nation.Schweikert acknowledged O'Connor as an iconic figure from Arizona who paved the way for women everywhere. He recognized her as an esteemed jurist who often played a pivotal role on the Supreme Court. The Congressman shared a personal connection with O'Connor, having met her as a...
-
Schweikert: Congress Has a Moral Obligation to Solve Nation’s Debt Crisis
U.S. Representative David Schweikert (AZ-01) delivered a speech on the House Floor, emphasizing the urgency of addressing the nation's debt crisis. In his remarks, Rep. Schweikert highlighted the fact that every dime that Members of Congress vote on is now borrowed money, with spending on interest projected to exceed $1 trillion in Fiscal Year 2024, making it the second largest expense in the government.Rep. Schweikert urged his colleagues to confront the truth about the country's fiscal challenges rather than ignoring them. He stated, "The math will win. The math is the...
-
Schweikert: Congress Can No Longer Continue to Ignore Our Fiscal Reality
U.S. Representative David Schweikert (AZ-01) delivered a speech on the House Floor last night addressing the concerning projections of the national debt and the need for Congress to take action. Schweikert highlighted the fact that gross interest on the national debt in Fiscal Year 2024 is projected to exceed $1 trillion, making it the second largest expense in the government. He expressed his frustration, stating, "If I had come to this Floor a year or two ago and said gross interest in the 2024 fiscal year was going to cross over $1 trillion, you would’ve laughed your...
-
House Passes Schweikert, Stanton Bill Expanding Affordable Pumped Storage Hydropower in Arizona
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representatives David Schweikert (AZ-01) and Greg Stanton (AZ-04) are celebrating the passage of their bipartisan legislation in the House that aims to expand affordable pumped storage hydropower in Arizona. The bill enables the exploration of constructing additional pumped storage hydropower facilities in the Salt River reservoir system. This development is expected to keep energy costs low for Arizonans, stabilize the state's electric grid during peak demand, and boost the supply of affordable and reliable energy.Pumped storage hydroelectricity...
-
Schweikert, Williams Place Friendly Wager on Diamondbacks-Rangers World Series
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Congressmen David Schweikert (AZ-01) and Roger Williams (TX-25) have announced a friendly wager on the outcome of the World Series between the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Texas Rangers. Congressman Schweikert has offered street tacos as a concession if the Diamondbacks lose, while Congressman Williams has wagered Texas barbecue if the Rangers are defeated. Additionally, Congressman Schweikert has thrown in Scorpion lollipops if the Diamondbacks fail to clinch the World Series.The Diamondbacks and the Rangers are set to face off tonight in Game 1...
-
Schweikert Introduces Legislation Redirecting Frozen Iranian Assets to Support Israel
U.S. Congressman David Schweikert (AZ-01) has introduced the Fortify Israel Act, a bill that aims to repurpose the $6 billion in funds recently unfrozen for Iran to support Israel in bolstering its defenses against Iranian-backed Hamas terrorists. The legislation proposes that these funds be made available to Israel through a non-interest-bearing account, to be used for the procurement of weapons, equipment, and services.The bill also includes a provision stating that any current or future Iranian assets seized by the U.S. Treasury Department will be permitted for...