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SNAKEBITE— 1.20.26— Kupper on Anti-ICE Protest— Renee Good's Widow Under Investigation— Troops in Minneapolis, Much More...

Kupper on Anti-ICE Protest

State Representative Nick Kupper (R-25) condemned an anti-ICE protest that disrupted a church service in an X post.

Over the weekend, anti-ICE activists affiliated with the Radical Justice Network and disrupted a Minnesota church service held by Pastor David Eastwood, accusing him of being... READ MORE

Governor Katie Hobbs: Honored to stand in celebration and solidarity as we reflect on the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. His dream was about justice, freedom, and opportunity for all—and I remain committed to building an Arizona that lives up to that vision.

AZ Attorney General Kris Mayes: Honored to join the community at today’s MLK Day March as we celebrated and reflected on Dr. King’s legacy of fighting for equality and justice for all.

State Senator Janae Shamp: I will continue standing strong with our ICE agents who risk it all to protect and uphold the rule of law! In Arizona, we know firsthand that secure borders mean safer communities. #SupportICE #LawAndOrder #everystateisaborderstate

State Senator Jake Hoffman: Nate is going to make an exceptional United States Senator. Charlie knew it and endorsed him shortly before he was killed. Elon knows it too and is giving BIG to help make it happen. @NateMorris is the guy to back in the KY senate race.

State Representative Alexander Kolodin: Arizona’s elections can set a new standard for our nation. You’re one step closer to the power to make it happen!

State Representative Cheryl Caswell: Beef - It’s what’s for Dinner! Thank you ranchers and Willcox Country Bacon! Make America Healthy Again! MAHA!

State Representative Nick Kupper: The standard should not be to monitor. You’re not all vigilantes. Feel free to take out your phone if you want, but don’t be an idiot. Stay out of their way.

State Representative Walt Blackman: LD-7 UPDATE: This week—public safety & child welfare oversight, rural healthcare budget talks, and agency accountability. Fighting for Snowflake, Rim Country, the White Mountains & I-40. #LD7 #WaltBlackmanLD7

Nick Kupper Condemns Anti-ICE Protesters' Disruption of Church Service— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich—

DOJ Probing Renee Nicole Good's Widow for Possible Obstruction— By Cactus Politics' Joseph Quesada— The Department of Justice has begun a criminal investigation into activist Renee Nicole Good’s widow to determine whether she potentially obstructed a federal agent right before the fatal shooting of her wife during an altercation in Minneapolis.

U.S. Military Troops on Standby Following Trump's Threats— By Cactus Politics' Joseph Quesada— The Pentagon has ordered up to 1,500 active-duty soldiers stationed in Alaska to prepare for possible deployment to Minnesota, two officials confirmed, amid President Donald Trump’s threats to invoke the Insurrection Act for the first time since 1992.

Phoenix Skips the Layover with Taiwan Route— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Phoenix flights officially connected directly to Asia for the first time, and Mayor Kate Gallego (D-AZ) is celebrating the milestone.

Republicans Pass Tax Relief Plan, Gov. Hobbs Vetoes in Less Than 24 Hours— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Arizona's House and Senate Republicans approved a major tax plan that could save residents an estimated $1.1 billion over three years on the 15th, however, Governor Katie Hobbs (D-AZ) vetoed the measure in less than 24 hours.

Mike Lee Demands Investigation into Minneapolis Nonprofit, Underlying Fraud— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) is pushing for a federal investigation into a Minneapolis organization that nearly received $1 million in taxpayer funding despite multiple red flags about its operations.

Ruben Gallego Warns Greenland Actions Could Weaken NATO Partnerships— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) has introduced a War Powers Resolution in response to recent tensions involving Greenland, raising questions about military strategy and alliance relationships.

Abe Hamadeh Introduces Bill Expanding Tech Education Opportunities for Veterans— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Representative Abe Hamadeh (R-AZ) has introduced legislation to expand technology education opportunities for veterans through the Veteran Employment Through Technology Education Courses (VET TEC) program.

Nobel Peace Prize Presented to Trump in D.C. by Machado— By Cactus Politics' Joseph Quesada— Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado presented her Nobel Peace Prize to President Donald Trump on Thursday during her visit to the White House

Trump Threatens to Use Insurrection Act to Restore Order— By Cactus Politics' Joseph Quesada— President Donald Trump has threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act and deploy troops as tensions escalate between protestors and federal agents in Minneapolis amid the Trump administration’s massive immigration crackdown in the region.

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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