Debbie Lesko — Former U.S. Representative (AZ-8)
Category: Federal Legislator — U.S. Representative (former) Role: Served 2018–2025; Retired from Congress in January 2025 Priority: P3
Basis for Inclusion
Subject Classification: Former Public Official — Retired from Congress in January 2025 Basis for Inclusion: (1) Signed the Texas v. Pennsylvania amicus brief; (2) voted to reject certified Electoral College results from Arizona on January 6, 2021. What Is Not the Basis for Inclusion: Policy positions or party affiliation.
Who Is Debbie Lesko?
Debbie Lesko (born November 14, 1958, Sheboygan, Wisconsin) is a Republican former U.S. Representative who served Arizona’s 8th Congressional District from 2018 to 2025. She previously served in the Arizona State Legislature. She retired in January 2025. Notably, she voted to reject Arizona’s — her own state’s — certified results, and signed the amicus brief seeking to overturn them.
Documented Actions: 2020 Election
December 11, 2020: Signed Texas v. Pennsylvania Amicus Brief
SourceTexas v. Pennsylvania, No. 22O155, amicus brief of 126 Representatives.Debbie Lesko signed the amicus brief in Texas v. Pennsylvania, No. 22O155.
January 6, 2021: Voted to Reject Certified Electoral College Results
SourceGovTrack.us; Ballotpedia.Debbie Lesko voted YEA on the House objection to Arizona’s certified electoral results.
Accountability Status
Current status: Retired from Congress in January 2025 Legal exposure: No known criminal charges or investigations
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Sources
- Wikipedia, “Debbie Lesko”
- GovTrack.us
- Texas v. Pennsylvania, No. 22O155, amicus brief
Last Updated: May 22, 2026 Profile Status: Former member — Retired from Congress in January 2025