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The Week in Review  Happy Friday! I hope you had a wonderful week. I am grateful to serve you all in the 118th Congress. Read below to see what I’ve been working on this week.  Trump Indictment Confirms All American Institutions Have Been Weaponized Against Conservatives Never in my life have I seen America’s institutions as weaponized against conservatives as they are today. A Leftist District Attorney funded and selected by George Soros has elevated a misdemeanor stemming from a minuscule accounting error into a felony due to his opposition to the former president’s politics. Instead of focusing on the rampant crime in America’s largest city, this rogue District Attorney is abusing his power for political gain. He is further reinforcing that America maintains a two-tiered justice system towards conservatives.  Bragg committed prosecutorial misconduct by reportedly hiding hundreds of pages of exculpatory evidence from this grand jury. I will use every leverage I have to ensure that every single federal dollar is rescinded from this office and to restore impartiality in our courts. George Soros and his hand-picked minion will long live in infamy for their corrupt bastardization of our justice system. Introducing 500+ Spending Cut Bills to Save America $1 Trillion This week, I filed over 500 spending cut bills that will save our nation roughly $100 billion immediately, $1 trillion over a decade, and hopefully guide us in a direction that won’t require raising the debt ceiling once again. My bills propose limiting nondefense discretionary funding to Fiscal Year 2019 appropriation levels. I hosted a press conference highlighting these cuts and was joined by Rep. Ralph Norman (R-SC), Rep. Chip Roy (R-TX), Rep. Bob Good (R-VA), Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL), Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ), and Rep. Matt Rosendale (R-MT).  Our nation remains more than $31 trillion in debt, and the Biden Administration wants to raise this debt to $50 trillion by 2033. That’s unacceptable and unsustainable. Cutting and reforming the programs found in my bills will leave Social Security and Medicare untouched despite what Biden yells to the media.  It’s long been time to shrink Washington and grow America. It will take some time for congress.gov to populate all the bill text, but you can eventually read them here.  Click the image below to watch my press conference remarks. House Oversight & Accountability Committee Hearing on the Nation's Capital  The House Oversight & Accountability Committee hearing titled “Overdue Oversight of the Capital City: Part I.”  This particular committee has a constitutional responsibility to conduct oversight over Washington D.C. and ensure that it is well-managed and safe for all Americans.  At the hearing, my Republican colleagues and I highlighted how Washington D.C. officials have failed to keep Americans safe, spur local economic development, adequately fund local law enforcement, and provide good educational opportunities. The soaring crime in the city concerns me the most. Just a few days ago, a staffer for Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) was brutally stabbed in the head and body in broad daylight. Even during the hearing, there were two attempted carjackings in a neighborhood just blocks from the committee room. It’s unacceptable.  The nation’s capital has seen a 2.6% population decline since 2020. The Chief Financial Officer of Washington D.C. just told me they're anticipating "very slow growth” in the future. It's clear Leftist policies are making major cities like DC unlivable.  The House Oversight & Accountability Committee will continue to investigate Washington D.C. and implement policies to strip local autonomy from D.C. and loosen gun restrictions for self-protection.  Click below to watch some of my remarks from the hearing. House Oversight & Accountability Hearing on Military Wokeness The House Oversight & Accountability Subcommittee on National Security, the Border, and Foreign Affairs held a hearing titled “Ensuring Force Readiness: Examining Progressivism’s Impact on All-Volunteer Military.”  Under the Biden Administration, the Department of Defense has prioritized woke Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG), and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives instead of military readiness. The politically driven agenda is granting America’s adversaries, including China, Russia, and Iran, an opportunity to surpass our military capabilities. The Biden agenda is also affecting our military recruitment and retention. Click below to watch some of my remarks from the hearing. House Oversight & Accountability Committee Hearing on LoginGov The House Oversight & Accountability Subcommittee on Government Operations and the Federal Workforce held a hearing titled “Login.gov Doesn't Meet the Standard.” Login.Gov is a secure sign-in service used by the public to sign in to participating government agencies. You would use this service if you are applying for a federal job, global entry, or loan assistance. So far, they have not provided identity verification services, lied to their customers, and continued to charge for non-existent services. That’s unacceptable.  Login.gov requires significant reform and if they cannot correct its course, then the House Oversight & Accountability will intervene. Click below to watch some of my remarks. Meeting with the Chandler and Mesa City Councils I met with members of the Chandler and Mesa City Councils this week. The Chandler City Council and I discussed Arizona’s water supply, federal tax policies, and transportation issues affecting the region. The Mesa City Council and I discussed Mesa Gateway Airport priorities and water issues affecting Arizonans.  I’m grateful for their expertise and commitment to improving our District. We’re working hard to improve the quality of life for Arizonans.  Live Tele-Town Hall Recap I hosted a tele-town hall with several thousand constituents. I provided updates on upcoming district events, the debt ceiling fight, the impact of illegal immigration on our communities, and much more. I also answered a wide range of questions from constituents. I’d like to thank all who joined me. It is always a pleasure to hear from you all and respond to your insightful questions.  Click below to watch a recap of the town hall. Passport Tips from Congressman Biggs  Planning international travel this spring or summer? Don’t wait to update your passport! The U.S. State Department currently takes 8-11 weeks to process passport applications and recommends you submit your application 4 to 6 months before your travel date. Check out these useful passport tips below. There are several small details that you may not know of!  For additional assistance with your passport application, call my Mesa office at 480-699-8239. General Passport Tips Passport Fees Passport Process Child Passport Child Passport II Save the Date: Drop Zone 2023 My annual Drop Zone event is coming up! Drop Zone 2023 will occur on Saturday, May 13 from 10am to 2pm at the American Leadership Academy, Applied Technologies Campus, located at 7729 East Pecos Rd, Mesa, AZ 85212. Drop Zone is the one-stop event for all veterans. You’ll be able to access health screenings, taxpayer advocates services, community support groups, and much more.  Save the date and we hope to see you there!  Save the Date: Congressional Art Competition  The Congressional Art Competition is open to all high school students residing in Arizona’s 5th Congressional District.  The first-place winner will have the honor of displaying his/her artwork in the United States Capitol Building, where it will be accompanied by winning entries from other congressional offices around the nation. All winning entries for Arizona’s Fifth Congressional District will be displayed for one year. Aside from the first, second, and third place winners, a People’s Choice Award will be given. Additionally, one entry from each of the following mediums will also receive recognition for Best of Medium:  1)            Paintings 2)            Drawings 3)            Mixed Media and Collage 4)            Prints 5)            Computer-Generated Art 6)            Photographs All entries must be delivered by teachers, parents, or other assigned adults to my district office located at 2509 South Power Road, Suite 204 Mesa, Arizona 85209 by Wednesday, April 12, 2023. Save the Date: Military Service Academy  Want to learn more about military service and career opportunities? Join me and Rep. Eli Crane from Arizona’s Second District in early May to learn more. Details below!  Legislation Legislation sponsored:  This week, I filed over 500 spending cut bills that will save our nation roughly $100 billion immediately, $1 trillion over a decade, and hopefully guide us in a direction that won’t require raising the debt ceiling once again. It will take some time for congress.gov to populate all the bill text, but you can eventually read them here.  Legislation cosponsored: H.R. 1640 - To prohibit the Secretary of Energy from finalizing, implementing, or enforcing the proposed rule titled "Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Conventional Cooking Products", and for other purposes.  H.R. 1514 - Medal of Honor Act   H.J.Res. 45 - Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Education relating to "Waivers and Modifications of Federal Student Loans".  H.R. 1825 - To clarify that the Federal Right to Try law applies to schedule I substances for which a phase I clinical trial has been completed and to provide access for eligible patients to such substances pursuant to the Federal Right to Try law.   H.Con.Res. 30 - Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove all United States Armed Forces, other than United States Armed Forces assigned to protect the United States Embassy, from Somalia.  H.R.2436 - To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to expand penalties for illegal entry and presence.  H.R.2435 - To define the dollar as a fixed weight of gold, and for other purposes.  H.R.2417 - To the William Wilberforce Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2008 to provide for the expedited removal of unaccompanied alien children who are not victims of a severe form of trafficking in persons and who do not have a fear of returning to their country of nationality or last habitual residence, and for other purposes.  Alien Invasion Border Documentary  Check out my border documentary titled Alien Invasion. The 30-minute documentary features footage from private ranches along the border, the Darien Gap in Panama, and interviews with members of Congress, Border Patrol, local and state law enforcement, and much more. It addresses how President Biden’s border crisis began, its consequences, and solutions to address the crisis.   The border documentary may be watched here. Top Media Appearances of the Week I joined Fox News’ Harris Faulkner to discuss the ineptitude of Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and President Biden’s refusal to negotiate with Congress on the nation’s debt ceiling. Click below to watch some of the segment. I joined Newsmax’s Eric Bolling to examine impeaching Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. Click below to watch some of the segment.  I joined War Room’s Natalie Winters to analyze the House Republicans’ passage of the Parents Bills of Right Act.  Click below to watch some of the segment. What's the Biggs Idea Podcast w/ Peter Schweizer This morning, Peter Schweizer joined me on my What’s the Biggs Idea podcast. Peter is the president of the Government Accountability Institute, an investigative journalist, and the author of New York Times Best Sellers Red-Handed, Secret Empires, and Profiles in Corruption.   We discussed U.S.-China relations, China’s military capabilities, and the Biden Family’s ties to China. We’ll be posting more episodes soon. Check out our social media pages for updates. Click below to view the podcast. Or visit my website to watch previous episodes. Tweets of the Week Constituent Services  Flags Would you like to purchase a flag that has been flown over the U.S. Capitol? Flags flown over the Capitol include a certificate, which may be personalized for a particular person, event, or organization. Click here to learn more about purchasing a flag. Internships If you or someone you know is interested in completing an internship in either my Mesa or Washington, D.C. office, they can apply directly on my website.  Help With a Federal Agency  If you can't get an answer from a federal agency in a timely fashion, or if you feel you have been treated unfairly, my office may be able to help resolve a problem or get you the information you need. For example, my office routinely helps constituents with issues involving the Veterans Administration, the IRS, the Social Security Administration, the State Department, and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.  You can learn more by visiting my website. Click here to find out more information about my office’s services.  Tours and Tickets Interested in touring the White House or U.S. Capitol? As constituents of the Fifth Congressional District, you may request tickets and tours for various Washington D.C. destinations from my office.  All tickets are provided to constituents on a first-come, first-served basis, so request tickets early. Click here for more information. Definition of the Week This week, rogue Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg indicted former President Donald J. Trump—the first time a U.S. president has ever been criminally indicted.  The move reaffirms what many Americans already knew: Democrats, the DC Uniparty, and Big Tech are out to target President Trump and his supporters.  House Democrats impeached President Trump twice. Social media platforms such as Facebook and Twitter banned President Trump from using them. The FBI raided President Trump’s private residence in Florida. It’s clear that this group will do anything to prevent him from running for office again and is imposing a chilling effect on his supporters.  Inspired by this week’s indictment, here is the definition of the week: President Donald J. Trump: An American leader who challenged the status quo so much that the Never Trumpers will do anything to diminish him and his supporters’ influence.