David Schweikert

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David Schweikert

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth March 3, 1962 (Age: 64)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Overview
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Personal Background

David Schweikert holds a Bachelor of Science in finance and real estate, complemented by an MBA from the W.P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University. He spent several years in high-finance, managing institutional risk before transitioning to the public sector. Schweikert has demonstrated leadership in economic policy, particularly in tax reform and job creation strategies. He is committed to ensuring Arizona remains an attractive state for businesses and reducing the tax burden on families.

Political Ideas

David Schweikert's political identity is marked by a staunch commitment to reducing federal overreach while simultaneously advocating for aggressive state-level solutions to national issues like illegal immigration. His economic philosophy centers on creating a business-friendly environment in Arizona, advocating for tax cuts and deregulation to attract new businesses. Schweikert’s approach reveals a tension between his desire to limit government intervention in personal finances and his uncompromising stance on state-led immigration enforcement. His rhetorical style emphasizes a localist perspective, suggesting that while Washington is unsalvageable, Arizona’s future is still within reach.

Campaigns
2026: Arizona State Governor

Election History

Arizona Governor Republican Primary

87,843 votes (14.40%)

Loss

Winner: Andy Biggs

2024: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Arizona 1st District, U.S.A. House of Representatives

225,538 votes (51.90%)

Win

Position Details

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Ways and Means
2022: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

2022 Arizona's 1st congressional district election

182,336 votes (50.40%)

Win
2020: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Arizona's 6th congressional district, 2020

217,783 votes (52.20%)

Win
2018: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Arizona's 6th congressional district, 2018

173,140 votes (55.20%)

Win
2016: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Arizona’s 6th congressional district, 2016

201,578 votes (62.10%)

Win
2014: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Arizona’s 6th congressional district, 2014

129,578 votes (64.90%)

Win
2012: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Arizona's 6th congressional district, 2012

179,706 votes (61.30%)

Win
2010: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Arizona's 5th congressional district election, 2010

52.00% of vote

Win
2008: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

Arizona's 5th congressional district election, 2008

122,165 votes (43.60%)

Loss

Winner: Harry Mitchell