SE Valley Times

Rep. Greg Stanton, who has been serving in the U.S. Congress representing Arizona's 4th District since 2019, shared a series of tweets on March 13, 2025, addressing various issues ranging from veterans' mental health services to Medicaid patients' rights and a local art competition.

In a tweet posted at 03:00 UTC on March 13, Rep. Stanton expressed concern about recent actions involving Elon Musk and DOGE, stating that they "fired therapists serving veterans in crisis at the Phoenix VA." The statement raises questions about the impact of such decisions on veteran care and highlights potential challenges faced by mental health services in the area. "Elon Musk and DOGE fired therapists serving veterans in crisis at the Phoenix VA."

Later that day, at 17:33 UTC, Rep. Stanton announced the opening of submissions for the #AZ04 Congressional Art Competition. He invited participants to submit their entries by Monday, April 14, providing further details through a link for those interested in participating. This initiative aims to engage local artists and promote creativity within his district. "We're officially accepting entries for the #AZ04 Congressional Art Competition! The deadline to submit your masterpiece is Monday, April 14."

In another tweet posted at 19:32 UTC on March 13, Rep. Stanton advocated for Medicaid patients' rights to select their own qualified healthcare providers, including Planned Parenthood. He emphasized that these decisions should be based on medical expertise and personal choice rather than political influence. This statement reflects ongoing debates surrounding healthcare access and provider selection rights under Medicaid programs."The Supreme Court must protect Medicaid patients’ right to choose their own qualified health care providers, including Planned Parenthood."