Arizona Politics

SNAKEBITE— 10.27.25— Robson on National Debt— Ansari on White House Ballroom— Hamadeh on NBA Bust, Gallego, Much More...

Robson on National Debt

Karrin Taylor Robson is speaking out about the growing national debt, which just reached a new record of $38 trillion this week.

The Arizona gubernatorial candidate isn't holding back in her criticism of Washington. "Thanks to career politicians in DC, our national debt just hit a record $38 trillion," Robson shared on X. "Congress keeps writing checks it can't cash, piling debt onto our kids and grandkids, and weakening our economy."

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Senator Mark Kelly: This Administration is tying itself in knots trying to explain why these strikes in the Caribbean are legal or effective. These routes are more commonly used to smuggle drugs to Europe, not the United States.

Senator Ruben Gallego: Families are fighting to afford groceries and gas. Inflation's up, energy costs are through the roof. Donald Trump's biggest concern? Knocking down the White House's historic east wing to build a ballroom for himself.

Representative Andy Biggs: I was pleased to meet with Japan's Consul General Kosei Murota. I enjoyed learning more about Japan's culture and am looking forward to working together in the future to strengthen the partnership between our two nations.

Representative Paul Gosar: Democrats: Inflicting suffering to please their radical base. Sickening.

Representative Eli Crane: Arizona's senators could provide two of the five votes needed to end the government shutdown. Enough is enough.

Representative Juan Ciscomani: Across Arizona, 22 Head Start programs at 500 locations help kids learn and families succeed. If the #SchumerShutdown continues past Nov 1, classrooms could close and teachers could be furloughed, putting these vital services at risk. Our kids deserve better. End the shutdown.

Representative Abe Hamadeh: Cruelty should have no place in politics. But it seems to be the point of this shutdown exercise for the Democrats. They are punishing the American people for the "sin" of supporting President Trump's America First Agenda. And they're bragging about it.

Representative Greg Stanton: We salute Luis Ibarra, a @USArmy veteran who dedicated his life to service. After returning from overseas, he organized civil rights protests for the fair treatment of farm workers and went on to give back to his community as a social worker and leader of Friendly House.

Representative Yassamin Ansari: Republicans have a trifecta. This shutdown is on them. They refuse to do their jobs. Democrats will continue to show up every day, ready to work for the American people.

Karrin Taylor Robson Criticizes Congress as National Debt Hits $38 Trillion— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon—

Yassamin Ansari Demands Transparency Regarding White House Ballroom Project— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Representative Yassamin Ansari has joined two congressional colleagues in demanding transparency about construction at the White House during the government shutdown.

Abe Hamadeh Praises FBI Director Kash Patel for Uncovering Massive NBA Gambling Ring— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Representative Abe Hamadeh (R-AZ) praised FBI Director Kash Patel for uncovering the massive National Basketball Association (NBA) gambling ring that has captured headlines this week. Hamadeh commented that "their efforts remind us that we must remain vigilant in fighting against corruption in all forms."

Ruben Gallego Joins Letter Demanding Trump Stick By Not Letting Israel Annex West Bank— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) signed a recent letter to President Donald Trump urging him to stand by his commitment not to let Israel annex the West Bank, as the continued ceasefire with Hamas hangs in the balance.

Arizona Families Face Healthcare Crisis as Tax Credits Set to Expire— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Local Hispanic business and community leaders gathered in Phoenix on Thursday to urge Arizona's congressional delegation to reopen the government and extend enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) premium tax credits before open enrollment begins on November 1st.

Ruben Gallego Joins Letter Demanding Trump Stick By Not Letting Israel Annex West Bank— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) signed a recent letter to President Donald Trump urging him to stand by his commitment not to let Israel annex the West Bank, as the continued ceasefire with Hamas hangs in the balance.

Eli Crane Leads Bipartisan Letter Requesting Federal Water Infrastructure Assistance— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Representative Eli Crane (R-AZ) is requesting federal assistance to update the town of Page's water infrastructure.

Andy Biggs Proposes Deportation Registry After Iowa School District Incident— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Representative Andy Biggs is pushing new legislation that would publicly list individuals with deportation orders, following a controversial case in Iowa's largest school district.

Mark Kelly Questions Venezuela Military Strategy— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Senator Mark Kelly has voiced concerns about the Trump administration's approach toward Venezuela, questioning whether increased military operations could escalate into a broader conflict.

Karrin Taylor Robson Challenges State's Water Policy Approach— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Karrin Taylor Robson is aiming to replace Arizona's current approach to water management, arguing that Governor Katie Hobbs' statewide policies fail to address specific challenges communities are facing across the state.

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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