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Juan Ciscomani questions NIH Director and Social Security Commissioner on critical issues

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Congressman Juan Ciscomani | Congressman Juan Ciscomani Official website

Congressman Juan Ciscomani | Congressman Juan Ciscomani Official website

Congressman Juan Ciscomani, representing Arizona's 6th district, has been actively engaging in various legislative activities as reflected in his recent tweets. Ciscomani, who took office in 2023, has shown a keen interest in healthcare and education during his tenure.

On November 20, 2024, Congressman Ciscomani shared insights from his participation with the House Appropriations Committee. He highlighted a discussion with NIH Director Dr. Bertagnolli about increasing investments in cancer research and women's healthcare. He emphasized that "Women face higher cancer rates & unique health risks," making it crucial to expand access to clinical trials.

Later on the same day, he expressed enthusiasm for meeting Leman Academy’s 8th-grade class at the Capitol. In his tweet, he noted that these students were "incredibly sharp and inspiring," indicating optimism about the future of Arizona's 6th district. The students had traveled from Arizona to Washington D.C., where Congressman Ciscomani was pleased to greet them.

Continuing his active engagement on November 21, 2024, Congressman Ciscomani reported questioning Social Security Commissioner O'Malley during a House Appropriations Committee hearing. His focus was on improving efficiency within the agency for retirees and vulnerable groups. He underscored that "Social Security is vital" and stressed the importance of delivering benefits effectively.

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