Crane's Shutdown Warning

Representative Eli Crane (R-AZ) discussed the government shutdown as it enters its third week in a recent appearance on One America News Network's Matt Gaetz Show, warning that Democrats will shut the government down again if Republicans allow them to in the future.

Rep. Crane shared an excerpt of his interview on X. "If Republicans cave, Democrats will continue using shutdowns as leverage to push their demands. Thankfully, President Trump has taken steps... READ MORE

State Senator Jake Hoffman: Watching the next President of the United States, VP @JDVance, address our armed forces at Camp Pendleton for the 250th birthday of @USMC. Incredible witnessing the connection between a retired Marine now Vice President and these war fighters. Only in America

State Representative Michele Pena: Happy Fall! Enjoy the cooler weather.

State Representative Leo Biasiucci: We are the greatest country in the world because of our brave men and women in the armed forces. To experience the Arlington Cemetery today is something I will remember for the rest of my life. Thank you, to each and every member of the military, for giving me the freedoms that I have today.

State Representative Matt Gress: What an un-fur-gettable day at the “Compassion with Fashion” event for the Arizona Humane Society (@azhumane)! Always proud to stand up for our four-legged friends and the paws that make every Arizonan’s heart full.

Eli Crane Warns that Democrats Will Shut Down the Government Again if Republicans Let Them— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich—

Mark Kelly, Ruben Gallego Demand Restoration of Solar for All Program— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Senators Mark Kelly (D-AZ) and Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) spearheaded a letter to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin demanding the restoration of the Solar for All program.

Kris Mayes Prepares to Sue Over Adelita Grijalva's Delay— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Attorney General Kris Mayes is preparing to take legal action against House Speaker Mike Johnson over Representative-elect Adelita Grijalva not being sworn into Congress.

Warren Petersen Gets DOJ Support for Citizenship Voting Requirements— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Senate President Warren Petersen is celebrating a significant development in his ongoing legal fight over voter citizenship requirements, as the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has stepped in to support Arizona's position.

Governor Katie Hobbs Warns New Tariffs Will Drive Up Arizona Housing Costs— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Governor Katie Hobbs is speaking out against new federal tariffs that she says will worsen Arizona's already expensive housing market for families trying to buy homes.

Kris Mayes Takes Legal Action After EPA Pulls $156M Solar Grant— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes is taking the federal government to court after it suddenly canceled a massive solar energy program that was supposed to help thousands of low-income families across the state.

Abe Hamadeh Praises Charlie Kirk's Posthumous Medal of Freedom— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Representative Abe Hamadeh (R-AZ) praised President Donald Trump's awarding of the Presidential Medal of Freedom to conservative activist Charlie Kirk posthumously.

Karrin Taylor Robson Highlights Campaign Platform in Governor's Race— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Republican gubernatorial candidate Karrin Taylor Robson appeared on Good Morning Arizona this week to outline her campaign platform and discuss her background in the 2026 race.

Andy Biggs Praises Trump for Military Pay During Shutdown— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Rep. Andy Biggs praised President Donald Trump's intervention to ensure military paychecks were delivered as the federal government shutdown reaches Day 16.

Katie Hobbs Highlights Arizona's Perseverance as Shutdown Continues— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Governor Katie Hobbs discussed Arizona's recent legislative session this week while commenting on the ongoing federal government shutdown, which is now in its 16th day.

The Snakebite is written by Grayson Bakich and Javier Manjarres