Rep. David Schweikert, U.S. Congressman representing Arizona’s 1st district since 2011, posted a series of messages on February 18, 2026, addressing concerns about national debt, expressing support for small businesses, and marking the beginning of Lent.
In a post published at 14:49 UTC, Schweikert highlighted the rapid increase in federal debt: “136 days into the fiscal year and Washington has already added another $1,000,000,000,000 in debt. We are now near $38.6 trillion. Keep this pace and your kids will spend their working lives paying interest on money Washington already burned through before they ever had a vote.”
Later that day at 16:37 UTC, he acknowledged Ash Wednesday with a message to his constituents: “Wishing you a blessed Ash Wednesday as we begin Lent. May this season draw us closer to Christ and to the people who need our care the most.”
At 18:33 UTC, Schweikert reaffirmed his support for small business owners by noting his commitment to tax relief measures: “I proudly support small businesses and appreciate @NFIB for recognizing my commitment to making the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction permanent. This important tax relief helps the shop owners and entrepreneurs who are the backbone of our economy.”
Schweikert’s public service record includes more than a decade in Congress after replacing Harry Mitchell in 2011. He previously served in the Arizona House of Representatives from 1991 to 1995. Born in Los Angeles in 1962 and currently residing in Fountain Hills, Schweikert is an alumnus of Arizona State University (Facts summarized from sources). In recent elections, he secured victories over Jevin Hodge in 2022 and Amish Shah in 2024.
