New Epstein Files Release
As House Democrats released three emails from convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's estate this week, Arizona Representative Yassamin Ansari criticized efforts to block full disclosure, with Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva's delayed swearing-in holding up a crucial discharge petition.
Ansari directly addressed what she described as political interference in the release process on X.
"It's no wonder Donald Trump is threatening @HouseGOP who've come out in support of the discharge petition—he's directly implicated," Ansari wrote... READ MORE
Governor Katie Hobbs: Arizona’s farmers feed the nation and we’re giving them the tools to keep leading. In Yuma County, we’re expanding broadband, deploying ag-tech towers, and paving the way for autonomous farm equipment. When agriculture thrives, we all thrive.
AZ Attorney General Kris Mayes: For 7 weeks Johnson stonewalled, delayed, and twisted himself in knots to justify not swearing in Adelita Grijalva. He disenfranchised over 800,000 Arizonans, depriving them of their voice in Congress, and blocked the vote to release the Epstein files. His behavior was shameful.
State Representative Alma Hernandez: I'm getting really sick and tired of Democratic candidates who are announcing they will not "accept" @AIPAC money, as it's apparently the cool thing to say when you are running now. Let's be clear: most voters have no idea what that even means. AIPAC itself doesn't make candidate contributions; its supporters, many of whom, like me, are pro-Israel Democrats. I can assure you that most of you who are publicly announcing this would NEVER receive a dime from any of us. Meanwhile, there are plenty of elected officials and candidates who have privately sought support over the years, and yes, I have the receipts of your text and emails. So, to any of you who are thinking of jumping on that wagon because you think it sounds like the cool thing these days, think again. Don't mask antisemitism under the guise of campaign virtue.
State Representative Eva Diaz: Many Arizona families are suffering due to delays and reductions in food stamp benefits. Gov. Hobbs is taking action to mitigate harm caused by the Trump Administration. For information on the statewide food bank database, visit azgovernor.gov
State Representative Nick Kupper: Arizona’s birth rate per woman has dropped from 1.96 to 1.58 in just the last 10 years. We absolutely have to do something about this.
State Representative Walt Blackman: As Thanksgiving nears and food costs rise, no family should go hungry. If you need help finding a local food bank, call 211 or my office at (602) 926-3043. My office stands by to help every Arizona family in need. #Arizona #CommunityFirst
Maricopa County Supervisor Mark Stewart: Big news for our county's workforce development! @MaricopaCounty has been awarded $1.5 million in workforce training funds from the US Department of Labor. Here's what it means: - Funds will support up-skilling programs in advanced manufacturing - Up to ~469 people will get access to this training initiative, with reimbursement of up to 80% of training cost (estimated $3,200 per person) - Key step towards boosting our local economy and ensuring high-quality jobs for our residents
New Epstein Emails Released Ahead of Adelita Grijalva Being Sworn Into Office— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon—
Andy Biggs Introduces Three Bills to Support Veterans— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Representative Andy Biggs has introduced three new pieces of legislation to improve services and benefits for American veterans.
Bipartisan Leaders Unite to Protect State's Colorado River Water as Guidelines Have Expired— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Bipartisan lawmakers in Arizona are joining forces to address a growing water crisis that could affect millions of people in the state.
Eli Crane Accuses Democrats of 'Lying So Much' About Shutdown— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Representative Eli Crane (R-AZ) questioned why Democrats "lie so much" in an X post as the new continuing resolution (CR) heads to the House of Representatives to end the government shutdown.
Lawmakers Sound the Alarm on New Space Race with China— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Chinese ambitions to surpass the United States — quite literally to reach the stars — are at the center of a modern-day Space Race.
Arizona Congressmen Urge CMS to Approve Arizona Rural Health Application— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Congressman Andy Biggs has requested that the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) approve Arizona's application for the Rural Health Transformation Program, which aims to improve healthcare access for rural residents.
Rep.-Elect Adelita Grijalva to Be Sworn In This Week— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Following the Senate-passed funding bill to open the government, Speaker Mike Johnson announced he will swear in Representative-elect Adelita Grijalva after a record-long delay.
Arizona Lawmakers Blast Senate Deal That Excludes ACA Subsidies, Government to Open— 'A Joke'— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— After a long fight in resolving the government shutdown, the Senate passed the recent legislation Monday night that may reopen the government this week. However, Arizona democratic lawmakers are receiving backlash for their firm stance on the non-negotiable healthcare subsidy premiums.
Abe Hamadeh Commends Trump's Pardoning of 2020 Alternative Electors— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Representative Abe Hamadeh (R-AZ) commended President Donald Trump for pardoning 77 people in an alleged "fake electors" plot during the 2020 Election.
Supreme Court Declines Case That Could Have Challenged Same-Sex Marriage— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— The Supreme Court declined to hear a case this week that could have reopened debate over same-sex marriage rights in the United States. Arizona Representative Greg Stanton responded to the decision by reaffirming his support for marriage equality.
The Snakebite is written by Grayson Bakich and Javier Manjarres
