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Hoffman Criticizes Robson

State Senator Jake Hoffman (R-15) publicized a 2022 press release from the Arizona Democratic Party thanking Karrin Taylor Robson for her fundraising efforts in a Wednesday post to X (formerly Twitter).

"AZ Democrats sent out a press release saying 'THANK YOU' to a REPUBLICAN candidate for governor?? This is NOT a joke," Sen. Hoffman posted Wednesday evening.

The Arizona Democratic Party posted the commemoration in July 2022, when Robson previously ran against Kari Lake in the 2022 gubernatorial primary, which says... READ MORE

Senator Ruben Gallego: This week with @berniemoreno I had the honor of traveling to Colombia. Together, we're the first Colombian Americans elected to the U.S. Senate, and it was incredible to return to the country for the first time as a Senator. We met with Colombian leaders to strengthen our relationship and discuss the big issues facing the country—from organized crime to the business climate and China's growing influence in the region. My Colombian family taught me what it means to work hard, and that same perseverance got me to where I am today. I'm confident that with steady leadership and a closer partnership with the U.S., Colombia can become a stronger leader in Latin America.

Representative Andy Biggs: Any foreign national who invaded our country illegally is a criminal. President Trump and his Cabinet are doing a great job deporting these criminals. Congress must codify his efforts to secure our border.

Representative Eli Crane: When Joe Biden wasn't targeting his political opponent or forcing a historic border crisis on everyday Americans, he was targeting the largest Christian university in the country. And after him, they only get more radical.

Representative Juan Ciscomani: From Willcox to Sierra Vista to Oro Valley, my team shared updates, met with community leaders, and celebrated local achievements. It was another busy week across AZ06!

Representative Abe Hamadeh: Good to see the FTC formally end the Biden-era witch hunt against Phoenix's private Christian university, Grand Canyon University.

Representative Greg Stanton: Trump's mass deportation scheme is targeting law-abiding, hardworking people—and it's not making our community safer. Read about my visit to the ICE Eloy Detention Facility from @kjzzphoenix

Representative Yassamin Ansari: Housing is a human right, period. My HAVEN Act will guarantee affordable, accessible, safe housing options for everyone. Here's what it does:

Hoffman Publicizes 2022 Democrat Newsletter Thanking Robson for Fundraising Efforts— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich

Gallego Urges for Safeguards Against Medicare Prescription Hikes— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) spearheaded a recent letter to Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz, urging safeguards to prevent Medicare Part D prescription premium hikes.

Senator Kelly Observes Dragon Bravo Fire Devastation as Monsoon Season Brings Concern— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Senator Mark Kelly witnessed firsthand the devastation of the Dragon Bravo Fire while flying over the damage Thursday.

Proposition 308 Sparks Political Showdown Between Mayes and Biggs— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Two prominent Arizona politicians are in disagreement over the state's controversial tuition law for undocumented students. Attorney General Kris Mayes says Proposition 308 is legal and should stay, whereas Congressman Andy Biggs calls it a "taxpayer giveaway" that needs to go.

Governor Hobbs Signs Statewide Cellphone Ban for Schools— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— House Bill 2484, which mandates that all public school districts and charter schools in the state limit students' use of cell phones in class, was signed into law this week by Governor Katie Hobbs. Held at Pueblo High School in Tucson, this event showcased the administration's commitment to improving education across Arizona.

Crane & Biggs Honor Navajo Code Talkers on National Navajo Code Talkers Day— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Arizona Representatives Eli Crane and Andy Biggs paid tribute Thursday to the Navajo Code Talkers as the nation celebrated National Navajo Code Talkers Day, honoring the Native American heroes whose communication system gave Allied forces a life-changing advantage in World War II.

Biggs Commends Trump for Deploying National Guard in D.C. to Reduce Crime— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Representative Andy Biggs (R-AZ) commended President Donald Trump for deploying the National Guard in Washington, D.C., to confront its high crime rate in a recent appearance on Fox News' Faulkner Focus.

Stanton Introduces Bill Incentivizing EV Use, Clear Roadway Congestion— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Representative Greg Stanton (D-AZ) has introduced legislation promoting the use of alternative fuel and electric vehicle (EV) usage while simultaneously clearing roadway congestion.

Obama Defends the Affordable Care Act— Crane Says It's Time to Step Aside— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Representative Eli Crane of Arizona responded this week to former President Barack Obama's recent defense of the Affordable Care Act (ACA).

Gov. Hobbs and Rep. Biggs Clash Over Leadership Experience and Legislative Record— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— On Tuesday, Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs and Representative Andy Biggs got into a heated argument about legislative efficiency and executive leadership, underscoring the significant political differences that still influence the state's governance.

The Snakebite is written by Grayson Bakich and Javier Manjarres

Grayson Bakich

Florida born and raised, Grayson Bakich is a recent recipient of a Master’s Degree in Political Science at the University of Central Florida. His thesis examined recent trends in political polarization and how this leads into justification of violence.