Trump's Iran Strikes
The unprecedented military strikes against Iran's nuclear facilities have triggered immediate constitutional concerns from members of Congress, who argue they were not properly consulted before the major military action.
Congresswoman Yassamin Ansari issued a response on social media, stating: "Donald Trump illegally took military action against Iran—without congressional authorization—risking dragging us into another endless war. I am calling for an immediate emergency session of Congress to vote on the War Powers Resolution."
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Representative Andy Biggs: We thank God that Donald Trump is our President—we pray for his preservation, wisdom, and discernment. And we thank God that Kamala Harris is not our Commander in Chief. I’m grateful our troops made it out of the Middle East safely. Iran must come back to the negotiating table.
Representative Eli Crane: Thanks to the policies of the radical democrats, a minimum of 1,272 Iranian nationals were released into our country after crossing the border illegally over the past four years.
Representative Abe Hamadeh: Peace Through Strength—Now More Than Ever Congressman Hamadeh and his @HASCRepublicans colleagues are dedicated to ensuring the Trump administration has the resources necessary to keep America safe.
Representative Greg Stanton: Arizona’s very own @Ability360 Phoenix Rising is competing at nationals today in Fort Wayne. Best of luck, let’s bring home the championship!
Trump Proceeds With Military Action Without Congressional Authorization— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon
Arizona Senate Passes Diamondbacks Stadium Bill, Sends to House— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— The Arizona Senate passed legislation Thursday that would help fund Chase Field renovations, sending House Bill 2704 back to the state House for final approval.
"One, Big, Beautiful Bill" Promises Big Economic Gains Across Key States— By Cactus Politics' Raylee Barefield— Latino business leaders, veterans, and working families are among the many urging the Senate to pass President Trump’s “One, Big, Beautiful Bill” (OBBB), a sweeping tax plan aimed at delivering major relief to working Americans.
Ciscomani Reintroduces Bill Improving Rural Veterans' Healthcare Access— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Representative Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ) is reintroducing legislation aimed at improving healthcare access to veterans living in rural areas.
Hamadeh Condemns Iran Targeting Israeli Hospital, Trusts Trump to Negotiate Peace— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Representative Abe Hamadeh (R-AZ) condemned the recent bombing of the Soroka Hospital in Israel by Iran in a recent statement, placing his trust in President Donald Trump to restore peace to the Middle East.
People's Vote vs. Legislation: The Ongoing Abortion Rights Struggle— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— In June 2022, the Supreme Court ruled in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, overturning Roe v. Wade and reinstating abortion regulation to individual states after nearly five decades of federal protection. This landmark decision sparked a countrywide rush as states began to craft their own abortion rules using a variety of legislative and ballot measure tactics.
Stanton Urges for Plans to Get Americans Out of Israel as Hostilities Continue— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Representative Greg Stanton (D-AZ) spearheaded a recent bipartisan letter to President Donald Trump urging for answers on how they intend to get Americans out of Israel as the Jewish State and Iran continue hostilities.
Gallego Demands Answers from Kroger for Supposed Illegal Markup Prices— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) is demanding answers from Kroger CEO Ronald Sargent in a recent letter regarding repeated instances of stores allegedly offering fake discounts, stating, "At a time when American families are facing high costs for essentials, unexpected food price increases can cause significant strain on family budgets."
Noem Fast-Tracks Border Wall Construction by Bypassing Environmental Protections— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— The Trump administration has advanced border wall building by waiving several environmental laws this month, with Secretary Kristi Noem giving waivers for nearly 36 miles of new border wall construction in Arizona and New Mexico. The most major contract is Fisher Sand & Gravel obtaining $309 million to build roughly 27 miles of border wall in Arizona's San Rafael Valley.
Rep. Ansari Calls for Investigation into Alleged Abuse at Arizona Immigration Facility— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Arizona Congresswoman Yassamin Ansari (D) is calling on the Trump Administration to investigate troubling conditions at the Eloy immigration detention center after her late May visit revealed serious concerns about how detainees are being treated.
The Snakebite is written by Grayson Bakich and Javier Manjarres
