Judge Blocks Trump Doc Release

A U.S. federal judge permanently barred the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) from unveiling special counsel Jack Smith’s final report into President Donald Trump’s alleged handling of classified documents at his Mar-a-Lago estate after leaving his first term.

Trump-appointed U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon authorized the president's request to conceal the report on the investigation, which also claims that... READ MORE

Senator Mark Kelly: Affordability is the #1 issue for Arizona families. Groceries, rent, utilities — all the stuff you can’t skip — are still too expensive. We need real, practical steps to bring costs down. Not chaotic tariffs that are raising costs even more.

Senator Ruben Gallego: Do protests matter? Yes. When more people speak up, more people listen. And when minds change, policy follows.

Representative Andy Biggs: I am saddened over the loss of my friend Marcus Kelly, who passed away yesterday. Marcus worked for me at the State Senate, and then served as a La Paz Deputy County Attorney and Judge. My heart goes out to his wife, Nickie, and his two children. Cindy and I are praying that God will grant peace and comfort to his family and friends as they mourn this loss.

Representative Paul Gosar: President Trump secured the border and restored order. Now Democrats are playing games w/a phony shutdown to undermine immigration enforcement. Enough. Stop the political theater, fund the government and stand with the American people who deserve safety.

Representative Eli Crane: Great getting to catch up with Yavapai County Supervisor Brooks Compton during his trip to DC. It's an honor to fight for #AZ02.

Representative Juan Ciscomani: If you are a U.S. citizen currently in Mexico, please stay informed by following official updates from the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Embassy in Mexico. Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) at http://step.state.gov to receive real-time alerts and make it easier for officials to contact you in an emergency. You can also follow @TravelGov and @USEmbassyMEX for updates, or join the WhatsApp channel “U.S. Citizens in Mexico”. For assistance, contact: • From Mexico: (55) 8526 2561 • From the United States: +1-844-528-6611 • U.S. Department of State – Consular Affairs: +1-888-407-4747 or +1-202-501-4444

Representative David Schweikert: Travel update: U.S. citizens in several parts of Mexico – including Jalisco (Guadalajara/Puerto Vallarta), Quintana Roo (Cancún/Playa/Cozumel), and Baja California (Tijuana) – are being urged to shelter in place amid security operations and roadblocks. Check State Dept alerts before traveling.

Representative Abe Hamadeh: This afternoon, Congressman Hamadeh had the honor of hosting U.S. Navy Adm. Rich Correll, Commander of U.S. Strategic Command, and Command Sgt. Maj. JoAnn Naumann, USSTRATCOM's Senior Enlisted Leader, for an introductory meeting. We truly appreciate their time and dedication to our nation's strategic deterrence.

Representative Greg Stanton: If the President is coming to “the People's House,” he should have to face the people harmed by his policies. My guest to the State of the Union is a Republican manufacturer from Arizona losing business and paying 72% more because of Trump's crippling tariffs.

Representative Yassamin Ansari: I met with the @NACHC advocates from Arizona and I'm grateful for the work they do to support and speak out for community health centers throughout Arizona. As Republicans continue to gut healthcare, working with NACHC advocates is needed now more than ever before.

Representative Adelita Grijalva: My office is tracking increased violence that is occurring in certain parts of Mexico. If you or a family member are in an affected area, please seek shelter and minimize unnecessary movements.

Judge Blocks Release of Report on Trump Classified Documents— By Cactus Politics' Joseph Quesada—

Katie Hobbs Vetoes Bill Requiring Hospitals to Ask About Immigration Status— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Governor Katie Hobbs (D-AZ) vetoed Senate Bill 1051 last week, which would have required hospitals across the state to ask patients about their immigration status during the admission process.

Bipartisan Support Pushes Arizona's Anti-Deed Fraud Legislation— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— House Bill 2080 advanced through the House Government Committee this week, earning unanimous bipartisan support. The bill, which is sponsored by State Representative Selina Bliss (R-AZ), is designed to shield Arizona homeowners from deed and title fraud.

Court Rules Against Trump Tariffs, Trump Raises New Ones— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— The Supreme Court ruled against President Donald Trump's trade policy on Friday, February 20, 2026, ruling 6-3 that his sweeping tariffs were illegal.

State Department Announces Foreign Relations of the United States Publication Digitization— By Cactus Politics' Joseph Quesada— The Department of State (DoS) announced this week the release of Foreign Relations of the United States, 1958–1960, Volume V, Microfiche Supplement, American Republics, in a new digitized format.

Secretary Rubio Announces Visa Restrictions on Chilean Officials— By Cactus Politics' Joseph Quesada— Secretary of State Marco Rubio and the U.S. Department of State (DoS) announced this week a response to Chilean officials who have sought to undermine regional security in the Western Hemisphere by imposing visa restrictions on several Chilean government officials.

Joseph Chaplik Resigns to Focus on Congressional Race— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Arizona state Representative Joseph Chaplik (R-AZ) is leaving his seat in the state legislature to focus entirely on his bid for Congress.

ICE at the Ballot Box? Kris Mayes Says It's 'Voter Intimidation'— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Arizona Republicans are pushing a bill that would station federal immigration agents at polling locations across the state, and Attorney General Kris Mayes (D-AZ) is denouncing the effort, calling it voter intimidation dressed up as election security.

Secretary Marco Rubio Speaks at Board of Peace Event in Washington, D.C.— By Cactus Politics' Joseph Quesada— In a speech given at the Board of Peace Event in the Donald J. Trump Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C., Secretary of State Marco Rubio addressed the crisis in Gaza, praising President Donald Trump for his efforts to achieve a resolution.

Eli Crane Applauds Anti-Gun Ownership Rule for Veterans Reversal— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Representative Eli Crane (R-AZ) applauded the Trump Administration's recent reversal of a Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) rule that prevented many from fully exercising their Second Amendment rights.

The Snakebite is written by Grayson Bakich and Javier Manjarres