Rep. John Gillette criticizes election practices and ASU’s foreign funding in recent tweets

John Gillette, Arizona State Representative for 30th District
John Gillette, Arizona State Representative for 30th District
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Rep. John Gillette, a Republican representing Arizona’s 30th House District since 2023, has recently posted several comments on social media regarding election integrity, political accountability, and university foreign funding.

On April 11, 2026, Gillette commented on issues related to election processes and the conduct of postal workers: “This will not stop until postal workers go to jail. Too many cases of dumped ballots, reg cards destroyed.”

Later that same day, he expressed skepticism toward a political figure and referenced past administrations: “I dont believe a word she says… This is what it looked like under Obama… dems said nothing then. I wish these political hacks would care about Americans!”

On April 13, 2026, Gillette addressed concerns over Arizona State University’s relationship with China and its receipt of international funding: “This the same ASU that rolls out the red carpet for China… and takes more forigen money than Harvard and Yale combined. Why do help the enemy?”

Gillette was elected to the Arizona State House in 2023 to represent District 30, succeeding Christian Solorio. His recent social media posts continue his pattern of raising questions about institutional transparency and accountability.



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