Waukesha Times

Rep. Scott Fitzgerald, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Wisconsin's 5th district, has recently shared his views on several pressing issues through social media posts. He succeeded Jim Sensenbrenner in 2021 and previously served in the Wisconsin State Senate from 1995 to 2021.

On June 20, 2025, Fitzgerald emphasized the importance of adhering to Senate rules while also advocating for major budget decisions to remain under the control of elected lawmakers. He expressed hope that the Senate would support the House's funding levels and advance what he referred to as "One Big Beautiful Bill." "Respecting Senate rules is important but so is ensuring that major budget decisions remain in the hands of elected lawmakers. I hope the Senate will uphold the House’s funding levels and move the One Big Beautiful Bill forward."

In a subsequent post on June 22, Fitzgerald directed followers to read his press release by providing a link with minimal context. "Read my press release below https://t.co/V2a90KPyHN"

On the same day, Fitzgerald commented on recent U.S. military actions targeting Iran's nuclear sites. He described these strikes as strong and decisive actions taken by President Trump under his constitutional authority as Commander in Chief, specifically noting their impact on Iran's nuclear capabilities at Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan sites. "Today’s U.S. strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites represent strong, decisive action fully within President Trump’s constitutional authority as Commander in Chief. By targeting Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan, the Administration has significantly degraded Tehran’s nuclear capabilities and"

Scott Fitzgerald was born in Chicago, Illinois in 1963 and now resides in Clyman. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1985.