Arizona Politics

SNAKEBITE— 1.15.25— Ciscomani vs. Cartel Spotters, Schweikert, Crane, Hamadeh, Much More...

Ciscomani vs. Cartel Spotters

Representative Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ) has reintroduced legislation stiffening penalties for aiding the Mexican drug cartels along the border as a "spotter," saying the bill "sends a powerful message to anyone who is aiding or abetting cartel operations that they will be held accountable to the fullest extent of the law."

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Juan Ciscomani

 

Senator Ruben Gallego: As we enter the first week of nomination hearings, I’m committed to giving every nominee a fair shot to prove they have the experience and leadership to deliver for Arizonans.  These are serious positions, and they require serious leaders.

Senator Mark Kelly: I asked Pete Hegseth if any of the answers he gave today about the numerous allegations made against him would have been different if he were under oath. He didn’t answer.

Representative Andy Biggs: Corrupt Jack Smith and his cronies saw the writing on the wall and tried to get out of dodge. Our message to anyone who perpetuated Biden-Harris's weaponized government: We will hold you to account.

Governor Katie Hobbs: Grateful to Battalion Chief Jones and all of the brave Arizona firefighters battling the California wildfires.

 

Ciscomani Reintroduces Bill Cracking Down on Cartel Spotters— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich

Schweikert Introduces Bill Releasing JFK Assassination Files— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Representative David Schweikert (R-AZ) has introduced legislation to declassify the remaining files related to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, saying, "The moment we begin to treat our country like adults is when they will start to trust in American institutions once again."

Crane, Hamadeh Condemn Trump Sentencing— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Representatives Eli Crane (R-AZ) and Abe Hamadeh (R-AZ) expressed disappointment and disgust with President-elect Donald Trump's sentencing on X (formerly Twitter).

Biggs Reintroduces Bill to Reassert American Dominance Abroad— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Representative Andy Biggs (R-AZ) has reintroduced four bills related to foreign policy designed to reassert American dominance sovereignty on the world stage.

Stars and Syrup, Never: Canada's Conservative Leader Denounces Trump's Ambition— By Cactus Politics' Jackson Bakich— The leader of the Conservative Party of Canada, Pierre Poilievre, has released an official response to President-elect Donald Trump's (R) recent public desire to make America's neighbors to the north part of the Union. According to Polymarket, Poilievre currently has an 88% chance of becoming Canada's next prime minister.

Crane Says Reconciliation Bill Will 'Test' Mike Johnson— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Representative Eli Crane (R-AZ) spoke with The Afternoon Addiction with Garret Lewis about the reconciliation bill, saying it will "test" House of Representatives Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA).

Ciscomani Introduces Bipartisan Bill Streamlining Early Childhood Education Training—By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich

Biggs Reintroduces Bill Reining in Biden-Harris Rules Ahead of Trump's Return—By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich

Americans for Prosperity-Arizona Launches $20M Campaign to Support Trump Tax Cuts—By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich

The Snakebite is written by Grayson Bakich and Javier Manjarres

Grayson Bakich

Grayson Bakich is a Florida and Arizona legislative correspondent for The Floridian and Cactus Politics, specializing in national and state-level politics. With three years' experience covering federal Florida, and Arizona politics, they have been cited by NewsBreak, SGT Report, Lucianne.com, and Cause Action. Email: grayson@dnm.news

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