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Debbie Lesko
REPUBLICAN
Debbie Lesko is running for Maricopa County Supervisor, District 4, Republican Primary.
Personal background
Debbie holds a bachelor of business administration degree from the University of Wisconsin at Madison. She previously served as president of the Arrowhead Republican Women's Club.
Professional background
Debbie previously worked as a hearing officer with the North Valley Justice Court.
Political background
Debbie Lesko currently serves as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for Congressional District 8. She was elected to this position in 2018 and is serving her third term. Debbie previously served as a State Representative for District 9. She was elected to that position in 2008 and served for 2 terms. She served as a State Representative for District 21. She was elected to that position in 2012 and served for 1 term. Debbie also served as a state senator for District 21. She was elected to that position in 2014 and served for 2 terms. She previously served as Senate President pro-tempore, chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee, and chairman of Voter Registration with the Maricopa County Republican Party.
Economy
Plans to continue supporting fiscal responsibility and reduced county taxes.
Plans to work towards developing quality jobs and safe neighborhoods to help foster "optimum standards of living."
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Public Services
As a U.S. House and State Representative, she sponsored and voted for legislation that mandates voter ID and proof of citizenship and prohibits non-citizens from voting and ballot harvesting.
As a Congresswoman, she voted against legislation that permits states to mail ballots to non-citizens and mandates states to allow ballot harvesting.
Supports election integrity and promises to ensure elections are transparent and fair.
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Housing & Urban Development
As of June 20, 2024, Debbie Lesko’s website did not contain information on this issue.
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Transportation & Infrastructure
Plans to prioritize using taxpayer dollars to maintain and enhance county roads.
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Public Safety
As a State Representative and Congresswoman, she sponsored and voted for legislation to increase security at the southern border.
Opposes illegal immigration and plans to advocate for additional resources aimed to stop "criminal activity that is wrought by illegal immigration."
Prioritizes county law enforcement and equipping them with adequate resources to perform their duties effectively.
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Education
Advocates for parents to closely supervise their children and regulate their online activity.
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Endorsements
Endorsed by former president Donald Trump.
Endorsed by multiple Arizona (AZ) Police Associations, including the AZ State Law Enforcement and State Troppers Assocation, AZ Probation Officers Association, and the Combined Law Enforcement Associations of AZ.
Endorsed by congressman Andy Biggs, Paul Gosar, and David Schweikert, former governor Jan Brewer, mayors Jason Beck, Skip Hall, Joe Pizzillo, and Michael LeVault, vice mayor Jon Edwards, and councilwoman Wally Campbell.
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