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AZ · DISTRICT 1

David Schweikert

RepublicanArizonaCurrently serving

Sworn in for the 119th Congress on Source ↗

What they said 3

Their stated policy positions and commitments, with quotes and links to the original sources.

While serving · Original date not established

Apprehend people attempting to enter the country who are convicted or would-be criminals

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Schweikert says Border Patrol agents and law enforcement officers must work to apprehend all convicted and would-be criminals attempting to enter the country. He frames this as a way to protect public safety.

Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 10, 2026.

While serving · commitment · Original date not established

Urge the administration to prioritize U.S. citizens at the border

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Schweikert says he will continue urging the administration to prioritize American citizens over people who express harmful intent when entering the country illegally. This is a stated advocacy commitment, not a detailed enforcement plan.

Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 10, 2026.

While serving · legislative priority · Original date not established

Expand Valley Fever research and vaccine development

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David Schweikert is leading bipartisan legislation, the FORWARD Act, to expand research on Valley Fever. He says it would provide resources to improve scientific understanding of the disease, support research, and speed vaccine development, with the goal of finding a cure or vaccine for people and pets.

Context: The source does not specify the amount or form of resources the bill would provide.