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Grijalva Accuses Republicans of Delaying Congressional Swearing-In
10/15/2025
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- Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva (D-AZ) faces delays in being sworn into Congress after winning a September 23 special election with 69% of the vote.
- She received the keys to her congressional office, finding it empty and without internet or phone service.
- Grijalva accuses House Republicans of stalling her swearing-in.
- Arizona's Attorney General sent a demand letter to Speaker Mike Johnson, threatening legal action if she is not seated promptly.
