Rep. David Schweikert of Arizona speaks at an event in Scottsdale on November 8, 2022.
Rep. David Schweikert of Arizona speaks at an event in Scottsdale on November 8, 2022.
  • Rep. David Schweikert voted twice last year against a bill to provide health benefits to veterans.
  • But now, he's urging his constituents to sign up to receive benefits from the program.
  • It's the latest example of Republicans touting legislation that they initially opposed.

Last year, Rep. David Schweikert voted not once, but twice against a bill to provide health benefits to veterans who were exposed to toxic substances during their service.

Now, the Arizona Republican is urging his constituents to sign up for the benefits created by that same legislation.