Schweikert on AZ Affordability

Rep David Schweikert (R-AZ) has sharply criticized the state's current administration for worsening cost-of-living problems, claiming that inadequate planning has harmed working families.

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Senator Mark Kelly: Governor Hobbs’ State of the State made clear how she’s putting Arizona first — by fighting to lower families’ costs, protect our water, and improve public safety. I’m grateful for her leadership, and I look forward to continuing our work together to improve Arizonans’ lives.

Senator Ruben Gallego: Met with German Vice Chancellor @larsklingbeil today on Greenland. America is stronger when we work with partners — not when we bully them.

Representative Andy Biggs: Save America. Pass the SAVE Act.

Representative Eli Crane: Every time we think we take a step forward, the swamp takes two steps backward. Last year, I introduced legislation to prohibit taxpayer funds from going to NED. What are we doing?

Representative Juan Ciscomani: As a Wildcat, I’m very proud to have Coach Tommy Lloyd at UofA. Not only has he done an exceptional job with @ArizonaMBB program, but he’s also a great community leader. Encouraged by his words today on leadership, teamwork, and success. Keep up the great work, Coach! And Bear Down.

Representative David Schweikert: Myanmar scam compounds are using forced labor to run “pig butchering” operations that target Americans. The Treasury says losses are over $16.6 billion. Even @SpaceX has disabled more than 2,500 Starlink devices linked to scam operations in Myanmar. In August, I introduced the Cybercrime Marque and Reprisal Authorization Act. If you target Americans, you should pay it back and face consequences.

Representative Abe Hamadeh: Congressman Hamadeh, @HouseVetAffairs, @SecVetAffairs, & the Trump administration are delivering REAL results for veterans • World-class troop care • Aggressive action on homelessness • Cutting Red Tape & needless bureaucracy We’re making BIG progress

Representative Yassamin Ansari: I strongly support my friend and fellow Arizonan @SenMarkKelly in filing a lawsuit against @PeteHegseth. Our @SecWar shouldn't be threatening our longest-serving military veterans with censure or demotion because they said something that he doesn't like. That's truly un-American.

David Schweikert Slams State Governance Over Affordability Crisis— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon—

Trump Again Restricts Oversight of ICE Facilities— By Cactus Politics' Joseph Quesada— The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has blocked members of Congress from visiting an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention facility in Minneapolis this weekend, requiring lawmakers to give prior notice under a new visitation policy.

Tom Horne Praises Court Decision to Sue Schools Over Gender Identity Politics— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Arizona's Court of Appeals has ruled that parents can sue public schools when districts fail to inform them of their child's gender identity changes at school, a decision State Superintendent Tom Horne is celebrating.

Mark Kelly Declares Trump's Greenland Remarks as 'Dumber and More Incompetent'— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— President Donald Trump's continued discussion of taking military action with Greenland has sparked controversy, with Senator Mark Kelly (D-AZ) issuing a strong rebuke, saying it’s “dumber and more incompetent.”

US Launches New Retaliatory Strikes After Deadly Ambush— By Cactus Politics' Joseph Quesada— The U.S. has launched what it deemed “large-scale strikes” against the Islamic State (ISIS) in Syria in response to an ambush last month that killed two U.S. soldiers and one American civilian interpreter, announced U.S. Central Command on Saturday.

Trump Warns Cuba to Make a Deal Amid Oil Crisis— By Cactus Politics' Joseph Quesada— President Donald Trump on Sunday issued a warning to the government of Cuba, suggesting that Venezuela’s close ally strike a deal with the US, ramping up pressure following Venezuelan Dictator Nicolas Maduro’s capture.

Juan Ciscomani Celebrates $11 Million for Tucson Projects— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— The U.S. House of Representatives passed a funding package on Wednesday that includes over $11 million for community projects in the Tucson area and surrounding southeastern Arizona.

Andy Biggs Urges Swift Action on Arizona Tax Relief Bill— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Arizona Republican lawmakers have unveiled a $1.1 billion tax relief plan designed to deliver substantial savings to residents over the next three years. The legislation has drawn strong support from Congressman Andy Biggs (R-AZ), who is urging immediate action on the measure.

Trump to Meet with Oil Executives for $100 Billion Deal— By Cactus Politics' Joseph Quesada— WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump is set to meet with more than a dozen oil executives at the White House on Friday to discuss plans for investment in Venezuela. The Trump administration hopes to secure $100 billion in backing from Big Oil companies to revitalize Venezuela’s expansive oil reserves and capabilities.

Andy Biggs Condemns Democrats' Refusal to Deescalate Anti-ICE Rhetoric— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Representative Andy Biggs (R-AZ) strongly condemned Democrats' apparent refusal to de-escalate anti-Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) rhetoric after the fatal shooting of a protester in Minneapolis in a recent House hearing.

The Snakebite is written by Grayson Bakich and Javier Manjarres