Summary
Democrat Adelita Grijalva is sworn in as a new member of the U.S. House of Representatives after winning a special election in Arizona seven weeks ago. Her swearing-in marks the start of her term, following a delay due to a government shutdown. Grijalva plans to support a petition to release documents related to Jeffrey Epstein once sworn in.
Key Facts
- Adelita Grijalva is the newest member of the U.S. House, representing Arizona after a special election.
- Her swearing-in was delayed until the House reconvened after a government shutdown.
- Grijalva fills the seat previously held by her father, Rep. Raúl Grijalva, who passed away in March.
- She will add her signature to a petition for the release of documents on Jeffrey Epstein's case.
- The Epstein Files Transparency Act is supported by Democrats and some Republican lawmakers.
- Grijalva is Arizona's first Latina congresswoman and previously served on Tucson’s school board and the Pima County Board of Supervisors.
- Her focus is on environmental justice, tribal sovereignty, and public education.
