Reactions were mixed from Arizona’s politicos in reaction to President Donald Trump’s inauguration.
On Monday, President Trump was sworn as the 47th U.S. president of the United States, vowing to end the border crisis and usher in prosperity.
Congressman Andy Biggs tweeted: ‘I was saved by God to Make America Great Again,’ quoting President Trump. “LIBERATION DAY!”
“I was saved by God to Make America Great Again.”
–@realDonaldTrumpLIBERATION DAY!
— Rep Andy Biggs (@RepAndyBiggsAZ) January 20, 2025
Congressman Greg Stanton tweeted, “The inauguration is a bipartisan affair. I’m here at the U.S. Capitol this morning with members of the Class of 2018—Republicans and Democrats.”
The inauguration is a bipartisan affair.
I’m here at the U.S. Capitol this morning with members of the Class of 2018—Republicans and Democrats. pic.twitter.com/G1okswdDVO
— Rep. Greg Stanton (@RepGregStanton) January 20, 2025
Stanton later took a swipe at Trump on X.com, “Arizona is on the front lines of drought & extreme heat from climate change. We can’t afford to undo our progress on clean energy investments & protections from extreme weather. I joined 110 of my colleagues on a letter committing to #StandStrongForClimate in the 119th Congress.
Congressman Abe Hamadeh tweeted, “Today, with the United States takes a step forward into its golden era. At high noon, President Donald J. Trump will be sworn in as the 47th President alongside our new Vice President JD Vance, marking a new chapter in our nation’s history. From day one, President Trump will sign Executive Orders to reverse the destructive policies of the Biden Administration and deliver on the promises of a stronger, safer, and more prosperous in America. In Congress, we stand ready to support his American First agenda and tirelessly to Make America Great Again.”
— Congressman Abe Hamadeh (@RepAbeHamadeh) January 20, 2025
Senator Ruben Gallego tweeted, “Arizonans sent me to Washington to work with both parties, lower costs for families, secure our border, and fight for immigration reform. With this new administration, I will do everything I can to deliver for AZ and speak out against any efforts to harm hardworking Arizonans.”
Arizonans sent me to Washington to work with both parties, lower costs for families, secure our border, and fight for immigration reform.
With this new administration, I will do everything I can to deliver for AZ and speak out against any efforts to harm hardworking Arizonans.
— Ruben Gallego (@SenRubenGallego) January 20, 2025
Congressman Juan Ciscomani tweeted, ‘In America, the impossible is what we do best,’
quoting President Trump. “Now we get to work fighting for the American Dream! ”
“In America, the impossible is what we do best.”
—President Donald J. TrumpNow we get to work fighting for the American Dream! 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/L8CzHV78fh
— Congressman Juan Ciscomani (@RepCiscomani) January 20, 2025
Senator Mark Kelly tweeted, “Today, our country saw a peaceful transfer of power. My focus will continue to be on the challenges that matter most to Arizonans. I’ll work with the new administration where there is common ground, and I’ll stand up to anyone to do what’s right for our state.
Today, our country saw a peaceful transfer of power.
My focus will continue to be on the challenges that matter most to Arizonans. I’ll work with the new administration where there is common ground, and I’ll stand up to anyone to do what’s right for our state.
— Senator Mark Kelly (@SenMarkKelly) January 20, 2025
Congresswoman Yassamin Ansari tweeted, “Thank you President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris for your lifetime of service to our country. Our nation is stronger because of your leadership, and we will continue to fight for the promise of America.”
Thank you President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris for your lifetime of service to our country.
Our nation is stronger because of your leadership, and we will continue to fight for the promise of America. https://t.co/gSf7NlVXFI
— Congresswoman Yassamin Ansari (@RepYassAnsari) January 19, 2025