Grijalva’s Landslide Victory Blocked: House Republicans, Not Trump or Epstein, Delay Swearing In
Following a landslide victory in a special election, Adelita Grijalva, the Arizona Democrat, has been denied her seat in Congress by Speaker Mike Johnson. Despite the overwhelming support from voters, Johnson has refused to swear her in, leaving her unable to fulfill her duties. This delay has raised questions, particularly given that two Republican lawmakers were sworn in promptly after their special election wins, even during pro forma sessions. The refusal is tied to Grijalva’s promise to release the Epstein files on her first day, an effort opposed by former President Trump and possibly by Johnson. This controversial situation suggests potential political motivations behind the delay.