Chaplik Condemns Democrats for TSA Shutdown

Former State Representative Joseph Chaplik (R-3) is condemning Democrats on social media, accusing them of continually refusing to fund the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), which has resulted in hours-long wait times at airports.... READ MORE

AZ Attorney General: Robert Mueller is a hero who served our country both in Vietnam then decades in public service. My condolences to his family.

State Representative Rachel Keshel: Proud to fight for reforms in the legislature that close loopholes in our civil procedures. No one should be able to evade service of court orders just by hiding or playing games. Making sure justice is swift and served properly for all Arizonans. Stay tuned! #AZFreedomCaucus

State Representative John Gillette: Stolen Valor, Blumenthal again proves he and the Democrats hate law enforcement and America. Resign now.

State Representative Walt Blackman: Arizona’s strength comes from the people who build our communities every day. I’m proud to work alongside them. Walt Blackman — Working for LD7 and all Arizonans. #Arizona #Community #LD7 #VoteWaltB4LD7 #votewaltb

State Representative Pamela Carter: I am officially on the ballot for reelection in LD4 for the AZ House with over 2400 signatures! Thank you to everyone who gathered signatures for me and signed my petition We have been working hard since last year. Protecting kids, low taxes and public safety will be my focus

Maricopa County Supervisor Mark Stewart: Check this out!! … there’s a Cinderella story in Arizona basketball. Huge congratulations to @BenUMesa men’s basketball for making an incredible run all the way to the NAIA Final Four. Heart and hustle can carry you a long way in March. . Good luck, fellas, Arizona is cheering you on.

Joseph Chaplik Claims Democrats 'Can't Hide Their Hatred for Americans'— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich—

New Legislative Amendment Would Erase Cesar Chavez Day from Arizona— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Arizona Republican lawmakers proposed a “strike-everything” amendment to sexual abuse allegations against Cesar Chavez, pushing to remove the labor icon's state holiday from Arizona law, following a New York Times investigation detailing claims he sexually abused women and girls during the 1970s.

Arizona Cracks Down on Nicotine as Data Shows Mixed Results for Youth— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— As nicotine poisoning cases among young Arizona children continue to sharply climb, and questions about teen usage trends emerge from new statewide data, state Representative Jeff Weninger (R-AZ) is pushing back.

Juan Ciscomani Plans to Extend Western Water Management Program— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Representative Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ) has introduced a bipartisan, bicameral bill extending the Cooperative Watershed Management Program (CWMP) for four additional years.

From 'Queer Food Politics' to DEI Rollbacks: Arizona's Universities Face Political Pressure— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— The Goldwater Institute released a report this week examining required coursework inside two of Arizona's most prominent university honors programs, arguing that both institutions have shifted away from traditional academic standards toward what the organization describes as ideologically driven curriculum.

Ruben Gallego's Bipartisan Bill Targets Small Business' Capital Access— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Senators Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) and Mike Rounds (R-SD) have introduced a bipartisan bill expanding capital access opportunities for small businesses.

Kimberly Yee Announces Scholarship Account Reforms— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Arizona Treasurer Kimberly Yee has announced reforms to the state's Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) system to better protect taxpayer dollars.

Kris Mayes Files Criminal Charges Against Kalshi Betting Site— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Arizona Attorney General (AG) Kris Mayes is bringing 20 criminal charges against prediction market website Kalshi, accusing it of operating an illegal gambling operation in the Grand Canyon State.

Pigeons Derailed Brian Garcia's Fight for Paid Leave— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Representative Brian Garcia (D-AZ) came to Wednesday's Judiciary Committee hearing with a plan to force a conversation about paid family leave. He left with nothing except a story about pigeons.

Arizona Wildcats Enter March Madness as a Title Favorite— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Members of Congress are caught up in the "March Madness" excitement as the Arizona Wildcats are viewed as the title favorite.

The Snakebite is written by Grayson Bakich and Javier Manjarres