Please ensure Javascript is enabled for purposes of website accessibility

Tag: democrat

Newly elected Arizona lawmaker has yet to be sworn into office

WASHINGTON (AP) — A week after her decisive win in an Arizona special election, Adelita Grijalva arrived at the U.S. Capitol, where her father had served for decades.

But as she roamed the familiar halls, she said she could not help but feel like a tourist. With the House out of session, her swearing in has been delayed. That left her without an office, a desk, staff — something of an unofficial new member of Congress.

“It’s very frustrating,” she told The Associated Press after a late evening meeting of House Democrats. She said it’s unfair to the residents she will be serving in the Arizona’s seventh district, with “no one voting for them, no constituent services, no support.”

The delay plays out as Republicans pursue President Donald Trump’s agenda in Congress, where they hold slim majorities in both the House and Senate, leading to intense partisan battles — including the government shutdown.

Grijalva’s presence, once she is sworn in, would narrow the margins and give Democrats, in the minority, more power as they confront Trump and the GOP agenda.

House Speaker Mike Johnson says it’s “standard practice” to swear in new members once the House is in session, and Grijalva is expected to be sworn in when the chamber resumes business next week. But two Republican congressmen who were elected earlier this year in special elections were sworn in a day after winning their seats, and when the House was not in session.

“I don’t know why the rules are different for me,” Grijalva said.

Democrats accuse Johnson of delaying Grijalva’s swearing-in because it improves their chances of forcing a vote for the release of the Justice Department files on the sex trafficking investigation into the late Jeffrey Epstein. Grijalva has pledged to back that effort and would be the last signatory needed for a petition to force that vote, joining Democrats and some Republicans.

“The Republicans are blocking her from her position because they want to protect pedophiles. It’s a disgrace,” Sen. Ruben Gallego, a Democrat from the same state, said in a post on X.

Earlier this week, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark of Massachusetts sent a letter to Johnson, criticizing his cancelation of previously scheduled votes Tuesday and Wednesday, saying the decision jeopardized negotiations to avoid a government shutdown and delayed the swearing-in of Grijalva.

Clark charged that “common practice” for special elections in which results are not in doubt is for the swearing-in to take place “at the earliest opportunity.”

“Any delay in swearing in Representative-elect Grijalva unnecessarily deprives her constituents of representation and calls into question if the motive behind the delay is to further avoid the release of the Epstein files,” Clark wrote in the letter.

The speaker’s office sent the AP a statement saying Johnson intends to schedule the swearing-in next week.

“As is standard practice, with the House now having received the appropriate paperwork from the state, the Speaker’s Office intends to schedule a swearing in for the Representative-elect when the House returns to session,” a spokesperson said.

Both chambers of Congress were out of session last week and part of this week in observance of the Jewish holy days.

Grijalva was elected to replace her father, the late U.S. Rep. Raúl Grijalva, a progressive Democrat who represented the state for more than two decades in Congress before his death in March.

The newcomer won the seat in southern Arizona last week with more than double the votes of her Republican opponent, making her the first Latina to represent Arizona in Congress.

The congressional office closed the day after the election, she said, and there are no services being offered at the moment for constituents of the district, which hugs almost the entire length of Arizona’s border with Mexico.

Grijalva was in the Capitol this week, and the chamber did open briefly as some Democrats gathered to push their demands to save health care funds as part of a deal to keep the government funded.

“There’s no justification to further delay the representative-elect from being sworn in as a member of the House,” House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries told reporters Wednesday, saying he expects it to happen next Tuesday.

Rep. Thomas Massie, a Kentucky Republican who has pushed for the release of the Epstein files, had said he was looking forward to Grijalva’s arrival.

“I encourage Speaker Johnson to follow applicable laws and House precedent to ensure Rep.-elect Grijalva is sworn in at her earliest eligibility,” Massie said in a statement provided to the AP.

Adelita Grijalva picks up easy win in CD7 special election, will fill her father’s seat

Key Points:
  • Adelita Grijalva will assume her late father’s seat
  • Grijalva is the first Latina from Arizona to serve in Congress
  • Swearing-in ceremony will take place in coming weeks

Adelita Grijalva will assume her late father’s seat in Congress and become the first Latina from Arizona to serve in the body after winning a special election in Southern Arizona Tuesday night. 

Grijalva defeated Republican challenger Daniel Butierrez handily to succeed her father, the late U.S. Rep. Raul Grijalva, in blue-leaning Congressional District 7. The win comes after Grijalva beat out four other Democrats in a July primary election that made national headlines.

“Thank you, AZ07,” Grijalva posted on X shortly after the race was called. “We made history — juntos. Now, let’s get to work!”

Grijalva’s win was celebrated by prominent Arizona Democrats, including U.S. Rep. Greg Stanton, Tucson Mayor Regina Romero, Sen. Mark Kelly and Gov. Katie Hobbs.

“I look forward to working with Representative-Elect Grijalva as she fights and delivers for Southern Arizona families in Washington,” Hobbs wrote in a post on X Tuesday night.

Grijalva’s father died in March of complications from cancer treatment after serving 12 terms in Congress representing Southern Arizona. Grijalva jumped into the special election for his seat shortly after, facing off against former state lawmaker Daniel Hernandez and political influencer Deja Foxx in the Democratic primary.

The race made national headlines for Foxx’s age, 25, and her digital-first campaign, which pitted her against Grijalva’s institutional support and legacy name. Ultimately, Grijalva received over 24,000 more votes than Foxx. Hernandez came in third with less than 10,000 votes. 

Grijalva is expected to carry her father’s torch in Congress, focusing on issues such as the environment, Indigenous rights, and education. 

She recently accused Israel of committing genocide in Palestine, an issue many Progressives were waiting for her to weigh in on in strong terms. 

Grijalva is also teed up to be the final vote on a discharge petition to force a House floor vote on legislation requiring the release of files related to Jeffrey Epstein. She has already pledged to sign the petition upon being sworn in.

The date of Grijalva’s swearing-in ceremony has not been set but will likely take place within the coming weeks. She will also head back out on the campaign trail next year to run for a full term in the CD7 seat. 

Session Wrap: Speaker Montenegro and the pulse of the House

House Republicans expanded their majority in the chamber after the 2024 election, but faced ire from the governor’s office, legislative Democrats and some Senate Republicans over critical issues at the Legislature this session. In his first session leading the chamber as Speaker, Rep. Steve Montenegro, R-Goodyear, reflected on the 57th Legislative session in an interview with the Arizona Capitol Times.

The questions and answers have been edited lightly for style and clarity. 

What were the biggest wins for House Republicans this session?

We started off the session with a very robust majority agenda centered around three major themes: Preserving the American Dream, promoting public safety and protecting individual rights and liberties. We want to focus on those areas, and, for the most part, we have. We did have major achievements when it comes to reforms. We were able to fully fund the Division of Developmental Disabilities and pass the supplemental budget, and, at the same time, advance some reforms that protect the vulnerable and ensure that the money is going where it should be. 

How is the relationship between the House and Senate after the budget played out the way it did?

The relationship between the House and the Senate is fine. Historically, I think the founders have always intended there to be a certain healthy, friendly legislative tension between the House and Senate. The relationship is fine, and we’re going to continue doing the people’s work.

What were the biggest challenges of the session?

Understanding what some of the federal impacts are going to be on the state, whether it’s in Medicaid impacts, whether it’s in tax cuts, understanding how some of those decisions are going to impact the state. Not in a negative way, but just in how we should prepare and be wise stewards of the state. 

The JLBC is expecting a $381 million cost to Arizona if it conforms to federal tax changes. Do you see that as a bad thing?

Well, tax cuts for Americans are never a bad thing. Republicans want people to have more of their own money in their pockets. We trust Arizonans to spend their money more wisely than the government spends its money. The larger the government, the smaller the individual. The smaller the government, the larger the individual. We want the individual to be more prosperous. Government has to learn to live within its means, just like we as citizens do. 

We saw a lot of frustration from Republicans this year toward the governor’s office, particularly with DDD, vetoed bills, and her executive budget proposal. How do Republicans feel about that office right now?

We obviously don’t agree on much or how she’s running the state. We’ve seen some challenges throughout the session. As Arizonans, we have a decision to make about the direction of the state. We’re going to work together because we have to make sure that we’re governing the state. At the same time, there’s much that is at a standstill. If you take a look at the job creation numbers, the state fell dramatically in line with the rest of the states in our standing. That is due to the decisions made by the governor. We sent up great bills to help us maintain economic soundness in the state. If we want to be stronger economically, we’re going to have to change direction in the governor’s office.

How important was it for Republicans to get a resolution to designate drug cartels as terrorist organizations on the ballot? 

Arizona is unique from most of the country because we are a southern state. And as of the last few years, we’ve always had a problem with drug trafficking, with human trafficking, but it’s intensified in the last few years. If it weren’t for President Trump coming in and strongly securing that border, we’d continue to be in serious trouble. We’re talking about the safety of our citizens. We’re talking about the ability for our children to play in our front yard without the fear of human trafficking, without the fear of child abduction. I think we’ve gotten to a point where citizens understand that the border has very strong dangers and the way that these cartels are operating, they are a danger to our citizens and we need to do everything possible to protect our citizens. The impact that this measure will have is that it is going to designate these drug cartels correctly and we’re going to make sure that law enforcement has every tool to go after these individuals that pose a great danger. 

This was your first session as speaker. What does this position mean to you, and what have you learned this session?

The most sacred thing about being a speaker is that we have the responsibility to maintain and uphold the integrity of the institution. That’s the institution that our founders gave us to protect the individual rights of our citizens and their ability to achieve their American Dream. Arizonans send legislators to the Capitol to be their voice, and the Arizona House of Representatives is the place where those voices are heard. It doesn’t matter what side of the aisle you’re on. Disagreement is an American value. We must welcome it, and we understand that iron sharpens iron. 

This session had some pressing issues. DDD, Axon, the budget. Each faced significant challenges but they were handled. How does that reflect on the caucus?

There were high challenges, and our members stood up to them, and they came through. I am very grateful to our caucus. We have a group of talented legislators, and when it was needed most, they came together. Like I said, there’s disagreements, of course, but in the end, we see the challenges and we see the needs and we were able to step up and do what was best in the eyes of the majority for the state. It turns out, we got some really important things done and we’re ready for the challenges that pop up and we have the leadership required to tackle those issues and govern adequately as Republicans and as conservatives. 

What are your plans for the interim and what is priority one next session?

Of course, it’s going to continue to be the budget and continue to make sure that we have a sound economy in the state to prepare Arizona for our future and every individual to have an opportunity to prosper. That’s going to continue to be our constitutional duty in passing a balanced and sound budget that’s helping our families forward. At the same time, we want to make sure that every member has the tools they need to be successful and show their constituents that they were able to be an adequate voice for Arizonans. In the interim, we’re all back in our districts with our families, our communities, our citizens, meeting with moms and dads and teachers so when we come back to the Legislature, we are in tune with our constituents. That’s certainly my number one responsibility.

Rep. Charles Lucking: From Peace Corps to housing rights attorney to lawmaker

The Democratic caucus in the Arizona House of Representatives has seen seven new members this year following a slew of resignations from elected caucus members. Rep. Charles Lucking, D-Phoenix, was appointed to the House in February and spoke about his experience as an appointee to the Legislature in a recent interview with the Arizona Capitol Times.

The questions and answers have been edited lightly for style and clarity. 

How would you describe your experience at the Legislature?

One of the most interesting things I’ve ever done in my entire life and I’ve done a lot of really interesting things. I served in the Peace Corps. I’ve had jobs where I just went in cold and the drinking from a fire hose thing is not new to me. But this has been one of the most challenging but also just one of the most exhilarating and fun things I’ve ever done in my life. Incredibly difficult, but also very fulfilling.

What made you decide you wanted to seek an appointment?

I am a housing rights attorney, and I was working with Community Legal Services, which is our free, nonprofit law firm here in town. Our eviction laws are ancient and broken. I was thinking well, maybe I’ll run for the Legislature and work on changing our eviction laws in 2026 or 2028. In LD5, both of our representatives resigned their seats. When the second one became available, I’m like, well, I could wait, or I could throw my hat in the ring now and do some work on housing and eviction right now because it’s an emergency. So I gave it a go. There was a point where my legislative district had no representation (in the House).

What was the learning curve like as an appointed representative?

It was crossover week when I was appointed. I know there was one day we voted on like 140 bills. We were there late every single day. It spilled over into the following week, and I really had to figure out quickly how to adequately understand like 100 bills for the next day. One of the things that was different from my expectations was thinking I’ll have the opportunity to read every single bill that I vote on. But if you’re going to be voting on 100 bills or 140 bills in one day, there’s just no physical way anyone could do that. I really had to figure out very quickly what the resources were that I had and what the processes were that other representatives in similar situations were using. I really like being thrown into the deep end and having to learn how to swim really quick. It’s a situation that I’ve grown to love. After a couple weeks, I knew how to be functional and figured it out fairly quickly.

What else was a surprise for you?

The most pleasant surprise was the quantity and quality of resources that we have available to us as legislators, and I’m specifically talking about our policy advisers. We have a team of people who are just absolutely dynamite. If it’s 10 p.m. and you’re reading a bill and you don’t know what the language is really getting at, we have people who are experts on it. They will usually know the answers to any question you have and if not, they will do the digging and do the research to get you the information you need. I didn’t realize that sort of support system existed for legislators. 

What was your favorite moment of the session?

When we repealed the 1864 abortion ban, I was really proud that I was able to play a part in that. I was also really pleased that some of the bills that will alleviate our housing emergency were able to get passed, but there was one thing that didn’t really make any news. It was pretty small but I think ultimately it will end up saving lives. There was a piece of legislation that came before the Military Affairs and Public Safety Committee, and it was essentially a bill that would allow first responders from our neighboring states to cross the border to address emergencies in Arizona. In committee, I voted against it because the language was not dialed in, and I thought that it could potentially be really problematic but I liked the idea. I voiced my thoughts and my concerns with it and then I had several phone calls with the sponsor and the people who were working on it to get the definitions and intent dialed in.

Is this something you would want to do again? 

Absolutely. I just found this work so important because what we do here touches the lives of everybody. I feel like I have the capability of being a really good legislator. I found the work just incredibly interesting and gratifying and I feel like my colleagues value me as well, so I’m going to run again in 2026.

What about the Legislature needs to change?

Everybody knows there’s a lack of communication between the two sides of the aisle that is causing dysfunction in our legislative process. I’m 47. I grew up in Arizona, and it really wasn’t that long ago where Republicans and Democrats would work together to solve big issues. That’s not really happening right now. I think that’s something that’s happening culturally both inside and outside of our political system, but I am making a personal effort to make sure that I’m being communicative and open to all the conversations with people from the other side of the aisle. The only way we’re going to get past this kind of loggerhead is if, individually, all of our legislators and governmental leaders are making that effort on their own behalf, and that our leadership is being a model of overcoming this sort of block that’s happening between the two sides of the political spectrum.

What was it like for you stepping into the shoes of former Reps. Amish Shah and Jennifer Longdon – two Democrats who had relatively successful tenures here?

Both of them were absolutely incredible leaders, not just for our legislative district, but for the state and continue to be in both of their current roles. They have been both great mentors for me and I have an immense amount of respect for them. I never felt like there was an expectation that I would be Dr. Shah or like anything like Dr. Shah. One of the things that’s great about the Legislature is that every single person in there is a very unique individual who comes from a different background. I was delighted by how welcoming everybody in the caucus was and how helpful Dr. Shah and Jen Longdon were. I think what people care about, whether you’re new or not, is that you’re listening to your constituents. I 100% feel that to be a good leader and a good representative, the most important thing is talking to all the different communities that are out there and, certainly Dr. Shah and Rep. Longdon really exemplified that as well.

There was a lot of fuss over how the budget was negotiated this year. What were your takeaways and what did you learn from that experience?

That was really difficult because we’re in just an absolutely massive deficit and as a Democrat, there are a lot of social safety net programs that got caught in a big way. It’s painful for me to see that, but it’s going to be way more painful for the populations of Arizona that are going to feel the direct impact of those budget cuts. Housing is going to see a huge impact on that. Last year was a gigantic surplus and having the contrast between the way the surplus was handled and the deficit was handled was really eye-opening for all of us in the Legislature. My job as a legislator is to make intelligent and informed decisions about the vote to adequately represent the people in my district and the people of Arizona. The cuts being so drastic made it really hard but ultimately, I think we got to the best budget. I voted yes on it, but it was probably the most difficult vote I cast in the whole session.

What housing bills need to run over the next few years?

I have eight eviction bills that I’m writing right now with a few other of my Democrat legislators. I won’t be here to carry them next year, but I have a colleague who will. With eviction, we can make huge changes that are very small and bipartisan bills that are going to have a massive effect on housing insecurity. Those need to be priority number one. Arizona had a little less than 100,000 evictions filed last year, which is about a 20-year high. We don’t have rental assistance funded by the state. Most states have rental assistance in their state budget. Almost every state with the exception of three states has legal services funded by the state budget. We don’t have that in Arizona. Our eviction systems are some of the worst in the nation. It’s an absolute crisis right now. Our Landlord Tenant Act is approaching 50 years old. We are way behind and we need to catch up fast because this is something that is only going to get worse. The biggest immediate change we could make is extending the timeframe because you can go from being late on your rent to out on the street in a very short time in Arizona.

Anna Tovar: A public servant with a penchant for being ‘the first’

Arizona Corporation Commissioner Anna Tovar is taking a step back from public office once her term on the regulatory board is up, but Tovar, a Democrat, said she’s open to new opportunities in 2026. Before becoming one of the first two Latinas elected to a statewide office when she joined the commission in 2021 (Republican Lea Marquez Peterson was elected the same year) Tovar served in the state House and Senate and was Tolleson’s first female mayor. And though she’s taking a break, that doesn’t mean she’s done being “the first” – she has her eye on Arizona’s new lieutenant governor position.

The questions and answers have been edited lightly for style and clarity.

Why did you decide not to run for re-election to the ACC?

I decided not to run because I definitely feel that the commission needs new leadership entirely. It’s been majority dominated by Republicans for many, many years, if not decades. For me, it just seems like it definitely needs to be a bit more balanced in regards to representation on the actual commission. When there is a supermajority it is quite difficult to be able to work across the aisle to accomplish things for everyday Arizonans. 

What is it like being the lone Democrat on the Corporation Commission?

I’ve always been serving in the minority, so that doesn’t phase me. I’ve worked where I’ve been in a super-minority before, when I entered the [state] House of Representatives, and then serving in the Senate as well. I pride myself in working across the aisle, establishing coalitions and working where we do find issues in common. Right now, what is presenting itself is a hyperpartisan, divisive type of politics where you don’t find yourself communicating much because of how divisive and hyper-political things are. That is something that I know that Arizona families and Arizona businesses don’t want. So, I’ll continue to fight from within. I have been successful in working and trying to collaborate and bringing things to light. It’s always been about giving a voice to the consumer that feels that their voice doesn’t matter. I know that it’s a very wonky place, the Arizona Corporation Commission, and so people are very intimidated by it, especially those that are just trying to make ends meet. 

What have you learned from your time on the commission?

Definitely an in-depth knowledge of not only rate cases, but all the different divisions that we represent. Rate cases, from electric to gas to water, vary quite differently. In regards to knowing and feeling confident on the dais, when I’m presenting either different amendments or questioning the different utilities that are there in front of us, I pride myself in doing my due diligence and research and wanting to listen to both sides of every story. I feel that I’ve done a great job [of] asking the very tough questions that sometimes companies don’t want to answer. 

What do you wish other elected officials knew about the ACC?

In the past almost four years, I really took a concerted effort to work with the Legislature, on both sides of the aisle, to let them know, like, “Hey, this is what really happens here,” and how we can work together to make the ACC run efficiently and effectively. We’re dealing with so many businesses that come to us, and we have to turn around things quite quickly, but yet we’re not fully staffed. But I think working together instead of working against one another is something that I’ve tried to do in the past four years. Sometimes certain bills get dropped that want to take away power from us, when I think if they really understood what we did, we would be able to work hand-in-hand together to make our agency run more efficiently for businesses, LLCs, everyday consumers. At the end of the day, their constituents are all of my constituents statewide. 

Is there anything you’ll miss about the ACC when you leave?

There are some amazing people that work there that have committed decades and are so knowledgeable in the issues that they’re dealing with that I’ve learned from, from day one. We have some amazing people that work there. There’s been some that have left, but they’ve committed their lifetime and are just trying to make Arizona’s families’ lives a little bit better by the work that they do. They’re just very passionate and driven. I think that’s who I’ll miss the most, especially my own staff. They are just the rock stars. We are a team. I wouldn’t be able to do all of this on my own. 

What’s next for you when you leave the ACC? What are you looking forward to?

A vacation. I’ve been serving for 20-plus years in different roles of being a public servant. I don’t think that is going to go away. But I was trying to add up the years since I took a break, and in 23 years, I maybe had [an] 11 month break. So I’m gonna take a little break, spend some time with my grandson, create more memories with him, take a vacation and then look at the cycle in 2026 and see what, or if, there’s anything I’ll be running for.

In 2026, Arizona will elect its first lieutenant governor – is that a position you have your eye on?

If I had a crystal ball right now, I would say my top prospect would be to be Arizona’s first lieutenant governor. I think with the skill set that I have, and having served in all sorts of levels, I would feel very confident in seeking that role and being an asset to and a teammate to Governor Hobbs. So we’ll see how it goes. 

You’ve held many different roles, what drew you to each of them and what did you enjoy about them?

I would say what always drives me to run is knowing that I’m going to be advocating for everyday citizens. That and helping them solve issues that present themselves in their everyday lives. So it could be as small as, “Hey, someone didn’t pick up my trash today” when [I was] mayor. It’s now dealing in a statewide issue where it’s “How do we transition into renewable energy and solar?” Running for the state House was something I wanted to always do and the timing just happened to fall in my lap and I got appointed. Being in leadership, that was a highlight because you are elected by your own peers to lead the caucus. [Then it was] going to the commission and being the first ever elected Latina statewide. I was [also] the first in being the first female mayor of my city. With being the first in those type of positions, it definitely [is] a great sense of responsibility in knowing that I have to do my part in making sure that there are many other females that get to this position. For me, there was a lot of women, influential women – I call them trailblazers – that may not have had the title of elected official or being the first, but they were the ones that opened doors and windows in order for me to get where I was. 

What did it feel like to break those glass ceilings when you did?

The feeling in itself is kind of indescribable, but it is definitely a team effort. I couldn’t have ever done this by myself, but there were people who believed in me. That’s an important piece of trying to aspire to be the first, or breaking a glass ceiling, is knowing that you didn’t get there alone. There’s many others that help push and help break that glass with you. 

Who are some of those trailblazing women that inspired you?

Well, I know we don’t have an infinite amount of time. My first was my great grandma. She actually worked at the state Capitol, the old state Capitol. She was hired by the post office and [she] delivered mail to representatives. She lived in Tucson, and we would go visit her every weekend with my grandparents. I remember she would have paper, and we would be coloring on the back end of the paper, and I would flip it over, and I’d be like, “What are all these words, what is all of this?” She would say, “I used to work at the Capitol, and those are laws, those are bills.” That was my first introduction to politics. She did tell me, “It is my hope that one of us in this family here actually serves there one day.”

What was it like for you to be able to fulfill that wish?

It felt amazing. For me, it was carrying that torch that she started and she lit to ultimately have her wish come true for our family.

Could you see yourself in a position that isn’t rooted in public service?

I definitely feel it is part of my calling. But I am open to other opportunities that present themselves. I think you always have to have an open mind and an open heart in regards to opportunities so that they can be able to present themselves. I’m definitely open.

Arizona Democratic campaign office damaged by gunfire

Someone fired shots at a Democratic Party campaign office in a Phoenix suburb, causing damage but no injuries, authorities said.

Tempe police said the damage was discovered early Monday and the incident is being investigated as a property crime since nobody was in the office at the time the gunshots were fired.

Phoenix TV stations aired video Monday that showed two bullet holes in a door and two more in windows of the office.

“We are grateful to Tempe Police for coming quickly to the scene and are fortunate no one was present or injured,” Sean McEnerney, the Arizona Democratic Party coordinated campaign manager, said in a statement.

ACC incumbent lagged in GOP primary race

In the uncontested Republican primary for the Arizona Corporation Commission, incumbent Lea Marquez Peterson fell behind her two running mates – which could see her edged out when the three...

Get 24/7 political news coverage and access to events honoring top political professionals

Democrat group pushes repeal of ‘right-to-work’ statute 

Arizona Works Together (AWT), a Democrat-backed organization, has filed an initiative petition with the state of Arizona to repeal Arizona’s long-standing “right-to-work” statute. The initiative, if approved by voters, would...

Get 24/7 political news coverage and access to events honoring top political professionals

You don't have credit card details available. You will be redirected to update payment method page. Click OK to continue.