Representative-elect Adelita Grijalva was finally scheduled to be sworn into Congress 50 days after her election, after a prolonged dispute initiated by Speaker Mike Johnson who initially refused to seat her, citing authority issues. The delay prevented her from accessing resources and participating fully in Congress, but she is now set to be sworn in as the House returns from recess.
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes and Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva sued the U.S. House to force the seating of Grijalva, who was elected in September, citing delays by House Speaker Mike Johnson, who has linked her seating to the government shutdown. The lawsuit alleges voter disenfranchisement and unequal treatment of newly elected members, with comparisons to the swift seating of Republican colleagues. The case highlights ongoing disputes over congressional seating and representation.
