Ansari Leads Bipartisan Effort in Demanding Answers on Care and Resettlement of Afghan Women and Children in Qatar
WASHINGTON - Representatives Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) and Don Bacon (NE-02) recently led a bipartisan effort calling on the Department of State and the Department of Homeland Security to provide urgent answers regarding the conditions and future resettlement plans for Afghan allies and their families currently housed at Camp As Sayliyah (CAS) in Doha, Qatar. “Our Afghan allies stood alongside us, and we have the responsibility to ensure they and their families are treated with dignity and … Continue Reading
October 22, 2026
Ansari Leads Democratic Women’s Caucus in Standing with Greene-Placentia and Condemning Sexual Violence
PHOENIX - This week, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03), alongside Representatives Greg Stanton (AZ-04) and Grijalva (AZ-07), and the Congressional Democratic Women’s Caucus issued the following statement condemning the horrific sexual assault of Bernadette Greene-Placentia, a candidate for Arizona’s 8th Congressional District: “The Arizona Congressional House Delegation and the Democratic Women’s Caucus condemn in the absolute strongest terms the grotesque attack and rape committed … Continue Reading
October 22, 2026
Ansari Celebrates $625,000 Federal Grant Awarded to Redeem Neighborhoods for Youth Substance Use Prevention
LAVEEN, AZ — Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) recently joined Redeem Neighborhoods and the Laveen Coalition at Collective Coffee in South Phoenix to celebrate their federal Drug-Free Communities (DFC) grant awarding up to $625,000 over five years to support youth substance use prevention efforts in the Laveen community. “I’m proud to have worked with Redeem Neighborhoods to secure federal funding for youth substance use prevention efforts in Laveen. Every young person deserves the … Continue Reading
October 22, 2026
Reps. Ansari, Grijalva and Dexter Join Reproductive Freedom for All to Advocate for Pregnant Women in Immigration Detention
ELOY, AZ — Yesterday, Representatives Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03), Adelita Grijalva (AZ-07) and Maxine Dexter (OR-03), joined alongside Reproductive Freedom for All President Mini Timmaraju, for an oversight visit to the Eloy Detention Center to hear directly from women about their reproductive health experiences in immigration detention. Multiple pregnant women have previously been held at Eloy, including one who miscarried. This is a departure from the policies of previous administrations that … Continue Reading
October 20, 2026
Rep. Ansari, RM Raskin Demand Answers on Trump Administration’s Efforts to Help Tate Brothers Evade Rape and Sex Trafficking Charges as They Face Extradition to U.K.
WASHINGTON -- Today, Rep. Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) and Rep. Jamie Raskin, Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee are demanding answers from Attorney General Todd Blanche and Secretary of State Marco Rubio about the Trump Administration’s reported efforts to help Andrew and Tristan Tate evade criminal charges and whether it will comply with the United Kingdom’s request to extradite the brothers to face rape and sex trafficking charges. The longtime Trump supporters remain in federal … Continue Reading
October 19, 2026
Ansari, Stanton, and Grijalva Statement on Suspicious Letters Sent to Arizona Offices
PHOENIX - Today, U.S. Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03), Greg Stanton (AZ-04), and Adelita Grijalva (AZ-07) released the following joint statement: “This weekend, the FBI Phoenix Field Office and the Arizona Department of Homeland Security informed us that suspicious letters had been sent to our offices. Similar letters, many containing unknown substances, have been mailed to elected officials across the country. The FBI and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service are investigating. We’re grateful to law … Continue Reading
October 15, 2026
Ansari Introduces Bipartisan IRAN Act to Expand Internet Freedom for the Iranian People
WASHINGTON — Today, Representatives Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) and Claudia Tenney (NY-24) introduced the bipartisan Internet Reach and Access Now (IRAN) Act to strengthen U.S. efforts to help the Iranian people access the open internet, communicate securely, and overcome the Iranian regime’s censorship, surveillance, and internet shutdowns. “Freedom of expression and access to unrestricted information are fundamental human rights. The Islamic Republic regularly shuts down or restricts internet … Continue Reading
October 14, 2026
Rep. Ansari Celebrates Her Bipartisan Billion Dollar Boondoggle Act Becoming Law
WASHINGTON - Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) celebrated the recent signing into law of her bipartisan Billion Dollar Boondoggle Act, legislation to increase transparency and accountability for taxpayer-funded federal projects that are significantly over budget or behind schedule. President Donald Trump signed the bill into law following its passage in both chambers of Congress. “The American people deserve transparency and accountability for how their tax dollars are spent, especially … Continue Reading
October 14, 2026
Ansari, Stanton, Grijalva Press GardaWorld Over Unanswered Questions After Company Secures New $1.2 Billion ICE Contract
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. RepresentativesYassamin Ansari (AZ-03), Greg Stanton (AZ-04), and Adelita Grijalva (AZ-07) demand answers from GardaWorld Federal Services (GWFS) following its latest $1.2 billion contract to expand immigration detention facilities in Florence, Arizona. The lawmakers also pressed the company to answer questions it failed to address in a previous inquiry related to the Surprise warehouse facility. The new contract, awarded September 21, raises fresh concerns about … Continue Reading
October 13, 2026
Ansari Leads 74 House Democrats in Demanding Answers on Civilian Deaths in Iran
WASHINGTON - Representatives Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03), Sara Jacobs (CA-51), and Jason Crow (CO-06) led 74 House Democrats in demanding answers from Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth on a September 1 strike at a wedding in Kuhestak, Iran, that reportedly killed five civilians, including two children, and injured dozens. The lawmakers demand a full account of the strike and answers about the broader pattern of civilian harm resulting from Trump’s U.S. military operations in Iran, including … Continue Reading
October 09, 2026
Ansari Celebrates Los Abogados’ 50th Anniversary with Congressional Record Recognition
PHOENIX - In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) celebrated the 50th anniversary of Los Abogados, Arizona’s Hispanic Bar Association, with a Congressional Record recognition honoring the organization’s five decades of service, advocacy, leadership, and commitment to expanding opportunity within Arizona’s legal community. “It is an honor to recognize Los Abogados and the incredible work they have done to build community, create opportunities, and advance … Continue Reading
October 05, 2026
Ansari Secures Long-Delayed Combat-Related Compensation for Wounded Marine Veteran
PHOENIX - Last week, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) met with Marine Corps combat veteran Sergeant Alecsaiah Tree, whose combat-related compensation claim was delayed five months past the processing times after nearly two years without an update. Following concerted efforts by Ansari’s office, Sergeant Tree secured approval for Combat-Related Special Compensation with a 100 percent combat-related disability rating, retroactive to April 1, 2024. “Sergeant Tree served our country for … Continue Reading
October 02, 2026
Ansari, Bennet, Padilla, Hickenlooper, Schiff, Luján Introduce Legislation to Protect Public Lands and Taxpayers from Orphaned Oil and Gas Wells
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representative Yassamin Ansari (D-Ariz.) and Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet led U.S. Senators Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), John Hickenlooper (D-Colo.), Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), and Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) to introduce the Stop Orphaned Wells Act, legislation that would prevent oil and gas companies from abandoning oil wells on public lands, a practice that shifts well cleanup costs from oil and gas companies to the American taxpayer. “Trump asked oil and gas … Continue Reading
October 01, 2026
Ansari, Titus Lead 65 House Democrats in Demanding Trump Admin Confront Turkey’s Anti-LGBTQI+ Crackdown
WASHINGTON - Today, Representatives Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) and Dina Titus (NV-01) led 65 House Democrats, including House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Gregory Meeks and Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi, in urging Secretary of State Marco Rubio to confront Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and the Turkish government over its escalating campaign of repression against LGBTQI+ people, human rights organizations, and advocates. “The United States must be a leader in defending human rights and … Continue Reading
September 29, 2026
Congresswoman Ansari and Local Climate Groups Host No Denying Climate Change Town Hall
PHOENIX - Last night, Congresswoman Yassamin Ansari, State Representative Brian Garcia, and a coalition of groups that are focused on climate, public health, and addressing extreme heat and other impacts from climate change, hosted a “No Denying Climate Change” town hall attended by more than 100 people. Sierra Club Grand Canyon Chapter, Arizona Youth Climate Coalition, Arizona Alliance of Retired Americans, Moms Clean Air Force, Mi Familia en Acción, Agave Community Threads, Chispa Arizona, … Continue Reading
September 25, 2026
Ansari, Stanton, Grijalva, Kelly, Gallego Push for Federal Funding to Restore Grand Canyon After Floods, Wildfires
WASHINGTON - Today, Representatives Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03), Greg Stanton (AZ-04), Adelita Grijalva (AZ-07), alongside Senators Mark Kelly (D-AZ) and Ruben Gallego (D-AZ), urged House and Senate appropriators to provide additional federal resources to restore the Grand Canyon National Park following the catastrophic August flooding and last summer’s Dragon Bravo and White Sage Fires.In a letter to the leaders of the House and Senate Appropriations Committees, the lawmakers called for … Continue Reading
September 21, 2026
Ansari, Min Demand Law School Admission Council Restore Accounts Improperly Restricted Based on Iranian Nationality
Today, Representatives Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) and Dave Min (CA-47) sent a letter to the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) President and CEO Sudha Setty demanding that LSAC immediately review and restore accounts improperly restricted based on Iranian nationality or heritage. The reported restrictions have affected U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other individuals residing in the United States during a crucial point in the law school admissions cycle. The lawmakers’ letter … Continue Reading
September 17, 2026
Ansari Leads House in Demanding Trump Act Now on AI Global Security
WASHINGTON - Today, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) led more than 40 of her House colleagues in demanding President Donald Trump to lead an international effort to establish global rules on artificial intelligence. Ansari’s letter comes as House Republicans cut the congressional work schedule short and sent members home, even as AI experts and industry leaders are issuing increasingly urgent warnings about the national security and societal risks posed by rapidly advancing AI. In … Continue Reading
September 14, 2026
Ansari, Stanton Kelly, Gallego Announce $2 Million Federal Investment to Advance Water Reuse Technology for Semiconductor Manufacturing at ASU
WASHINGTON D.C. - U.S. Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) and Representatives Greg Stanton (AZ-04) and U.S. Senators Mark Kelly and Ruben Gallego today announced $2,062,000 in federal funding for Arizona State University to develop, test, and demonstrate innovative water reuse technologies designed for semiconductor manufacturing. The award, made through the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), was secured as congressionally directed spending championed by the Arizona delegation. The … Continue Reading
September 12, 2026
ARIZONA INDUSTRIES FOR THE BLIND HONORS REP. YASSAMIN ANSARI AS AN ABILITYONE CONGRESSIONAL CHAMPION
PHOENIX — Arizona Industries for the Blind (AIB) presented U.S. Rep. Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) with the AbilityOne Congressional Champion Award on September 10, 2026, The award was presented during a visit to AIB’s Phoenix facility, where Rep. Ansari met with AIB team members and learned how their work supports federal customers and demonstrates the capabilities of people who are blind. “Congressional champions play an important role in protecting employment opportunities and ensuring the … Continue Reading
