Gallego for Firefighters
Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) spearheaded a recent letter to several Trump Administration figures demanding they ensure that federal firefighters are adequately protected from smoke inhalation and other health hazards.
In the letter to Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, and Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-De-Remer, Sen. Gallego writes, "Every day, wildland firefighters risk their lives to combat wildfire and keep us safe from longer and more extreme fire seasons. This often requires multiple days and weeks – and sometimes months – being exposed to the smoke and other products of combustion... READ MORE
AZ Attorney General Kris Mayes: Many people don’t understand how addiction happens. Combating the opioid crisis and raising awareness about fentanyl is one of my office’s top priorities. Follow along every #MythMonday as we share the facts behind common fentanyl myths.
State Representative Alma Hernandez: I can’t believe this even has to be said, but Democrats, YOU do NOT need to support another Dem just because they have a D behind their name. Endorsements are not an obligation. Endorse a candidate you want your name behind their beliefs and policy ideas. Stop endorsing people just because they are running as a Democrat. I will never endorse an antisemite, or someone who supports an antisemite, or a far-left extremist who is pushing socialist ideas. It’s time we get serious, y’all.
State Representative Cheryl Caswell: The Virus is… Education Indoctrination happening in American Universities! I will stand between the evil and our children… Will You??? @TPAction_
State Representative Nick Kupper: “And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose.” Romans 8:28
State Representative John Gillette: Democrat Party, calls Trump and his 75m+ supporters: Nazi Fascist Dictator Radical Christians Compared MAGA to Hitler. Democrats, openly support Hamas, Iran, and condemn Israel, and you blame Trump for dividing the country. Your Pathetic tone deaf words... tell us who you are. Mark Kelly: Trump Has Not Tried to Bring This Country Together breitbart.com/clips/2025/09/ via @BreitbartNews
Maricopa County Supervisor Mark Stewart: Thank you to @SRea_ASU for your remarkable coverage of our Teen Mental Health Awareness & Violence Prevention Summit. This article shares powerful hard-hitting stats from law enforcement on teen violence and moving quotes from youth who feel unsafe in our community. Now more than ever, our state and country need healing, empathy, and greater access to resources. I encourage everyone to take 5 minutes to read, I guarantee you will learn something new. gilbertsunnews.com/news/summit-in
Ruben Gallego Demands Trump Administration Adequately Protect Federal Firefighters— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich—
Abe Hamadeh Celebrates 5th Anniversary of Abraham Accords— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Representative Abe Hamadeh (R-AZ) celebrated the 5th anniversary of the Abraham Accords this week, sharing that "five years on, and on the verge of a historic expansion, we celebrate this singular diplomatic achievement."
Governor Hobbs Accelerates Energy Development and Lower Costs for Arizonans— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Over the weekend, Katie Hobbs signed an executive order aimed at expanding Arizona's energy capacity and reducing costs for residents and businesses as Arizona faces rapidly growing demand.
Biggs Reintroduces Bill to Eliminate Federal Education Standards and Expand School Choice— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Arizona Representative Andy Biggs has introduced new legislation that would change how the federal government handles education funding and oversight. H.R.83 would reduce federal control over schools and give parents more choices about their children's education.
Arizona Ethics Committee Declines Investigation into Rep. Gillette's Controversial Remarks— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— The Arizona House Ethics Committee has dismissed a complaint against Republican Representative John Gillette of Kingman regarding comments he made about Muslims and immigration.
Charlie Kirk Vigil Held at Kennedy Center Has Overwhelming Turnout— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Hundreds of supporters gathered over the weekend at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. for a prayer vigil honoring Charlie Kirk, a significant conservative activist who was assassinated at Utah Valley University.
Andy Biggs Signals Support for Chip Roy's Demands of Investigations into Leftist Dark Money Networks— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Representative Andy Biggs (R-AZ) signaled support for Representative Chip Roy's (R-TX) calls for investigations into left-wing dark money networks in the wake of conservative activist Charlie Kirk's murder.
Ruben Gallego Introduces Bill Protecting Strikers' Stipends from Taxation— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) is introducing legislation protecting striking workers' stipends from federal taxation.
Governor Hobbs Issues Executive Order on COVID Vaccine Access— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Governor Katie Hobbs signed an executive order this week expanding COVID vaccine availability in Arizona beyond current federal guidelines.
AG Mayes Celebrates 5 Year Sentencing of Drug Ring Leader— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Attorney General Kris Mayes is celebrating a significant win against drug dealers. Her office collaborated with federal agents to dismantle a major drug operation in Phoenix and is commending the effective teamwork among law enforcement groups.
The Snakebite is written by Grayson Bakich and Javier Manjarres
