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Biggs Remembers Charlie Kirk

It has been six months since the assassination of Turning Point USA founder and activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University, and Representative Andy Biggs (R-AZ) is commemorating the tragedy on social media.

"Six months ago, one of the world's most influential voices for freedom was forever silenced by an assassin's bullet," Rep. Biggs posted... READ MORE

Governor Katie Hobbs: Arizona’s 2020 election has been investigated and verified in Republican-led audits. Pulling agents off serious work like combating human trafficking to chase debunked election conspiracies is irresponsible and a threat to public safety.

State Representative Alma Hernandez: This ESA program is out of control! We must do something. This has turned into the greatest scam in AZ. Our tax dollars are paying for vacations, lingerie, condoms, fancy coffee machines, & designer items. This is not it. Republicans can't seriously say this is a great use of our $.

State Representative Nick Kupper: On a bill to require child support for women while they’re pregnant not a single Dem voted yes. Clearly only Republicans care about actually supporting women.

State Representative Michele Pena: Discover how I'm working for our community by visiting michelepena.com. See the latest updates and get involved! #michelepena #AZLeg

State Representative Cheryl Caswell: Why worry @TPAction has Boots on the Ground for Salt River Project SRP- Here to make sure you are Ballot Ready! @Arturo_Whip

State Representative Joseph Chaplik: Endorsement Alert Very thankful to have the endorsement of SUSD Governing Board member Amy Carney. Thank you Amy for all you do to fight for our K-12 kids and I really appreciate all your support over the years.

Andy Biggs Commemorates 6th Month Anniversary of Charlie Kirk's Assassination— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich—

FBI Subpoenas Arizona Senate Regarding Maricopa 2020 Audit— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Arizona Senate President Warren Petersen (R-AZ) confirmed this week that he handed over records from the state’s controversial 2020 election audit to federal authorities. The move follows a grand jury subpoena tied to a broader review of past election activities in battleground states.

Arizona Drivers Paying Nearly 60 Cents More Per Gallon Than the Rest of the Country— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Gas prices are climbing once again in Arizona, catching drivers off guard and fueling a new debate among state lawmakers. With costs rising sharply in recent days, many Arizonans are questioning why they keep hearing talk of prices going down when their wallets say otherwise.

Arizona Bills Demand Faster Action on Missing Kids, Cracking Down on Trafficking Profits— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Arizona Senator Shawnna Bolick (R-AZ) is pushing legislation that would require law enforcement to act faster when a child disappears, as part of a broader state effort to crack down on human trafficking.

Ruben Gallego Demands Answers on Russian Sanctions Relief— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) is demanding answers on why the Trump Administration has announced sanctions relief for Russia despite it being an active adversary supplying intelligence to Iran amid the ongoing conflict.

Mark Kelly Introduces Bill Suspending Federal Gas Tax Amid Price Surge— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Senator Mark Kelly (D-AZ) has introduced legislation to suspend the federal gas tax to counter rising prices resulting from the ongoing conflict with Iran.

Jake Hoffman Condemns Katie Hobbs' Veto of Charlie Kirk Memorial License Plate— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— State Senator Jake Hoffman (R-15) criticized Governor Katie Hobbs (D-AZ) in a recent appearance on Fox and Friends First for her veto of a bill authorizing the creation and distribution of Arizona license plates commemorating assassinated conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

Abe Hamadeh Applauds Expansion into Runbeck Election Service Provider— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Representative Abe Hamadeh (R-AZ) is celebrating the FBI's expansion of its investigation into Runbeck Election Services.

Phoenix Officials Condemn Paintball Attack on Local Mosque During Ramadan— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— In the middle of Ramadan, a Phoenix mosque was targeted early Saturday morning when a man fired a paintball gun at community members gathered outside, prompting a police response and swift condemnation from local and state officials.

Eli Crane, Paul Gosar Hammer Democrats for Allegedly Shutting Down DHS— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Representatives Eli Crane (R-AZ) and Paul Gosar (R-AZ) took to social media to blast Congressional Democrats for shutting down the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) amidst long wait times and a recent near-terror attack in New York City.

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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