Trump Fine Dismissed

Representatives Andy Biggs (R-AZ) and Abe Hamadeh (R-AZ) made celebratory statements on X (formerly Twitter) after a New York appeals court dismissed a massive $500 million civil penalty issued to President Donald Trump by New York Attorney General Letitia James.

President Trump was convicted of fraudulently overstating his wealth to lenders and insurers last February in a 3-month trial brought forth by James and presided over by Judge Arthur Engoron. Engoron ordered Trump to pay over $500 million (including interest) as a civil penalty.

The President appealed the penalty, which had just been granted by the New York appellate court in Manhattan, arguing that the fine was "excessive" and constituted a violation of the Eighth Amendment.

In his post to X (formerly Twitter), Rep. Biggs said... READ MORE

Senator Mark Kelly: Our space program drives innovation, grows our economy, and strengthens our national security. We risk all of that if NASA’s budget and workforce are gutted.

Representative Paul Gosar: Rescheduling weed undermines @POTUS' determination 2 address America's growing health crisis & it won't be the boon 2 GOP's midterm chances like Big Weed claims. Read my latest editorial here

Representative Eli Crane: Democrats and their allies in the corporate media have promoted massive lies over the past decade. None are more significant than the now-debunked Russia Collusion Hoax. Those who orchestrated this coup attempt must be held fully accountable. No one is above the law.

Representative Juan Ciscomani: Joined by my colleagues @RepDavid &@RepGregStanton, we spoke at the @AZ_REALTORS meeting—representing more than 53,000 realtors—to address rising housing demands as our state’s economy continues to grow & attract new residents. Great to join the largest trade association in AZ!

Representative David Schweikert: Americans deserve a federal government that is committed to protecting taxpayers and their hard-earned money. The DETECT Act will examine how advanced technology can uncover undetected fraud, close enforcement gaps, and recover stolen tax dollars.

Representative Abe Hamadeh: The month before the 2016 election, James Comey was weaponizing intelligence leaks to try to bring down then-candidate Trump. Federal prosecutors discovered this during @POTUS's first term & DECLINED to bring charges. There MUST be accountability.

Representative Greg Stanton: $156M in Solar for All funding = Lower utility bills Clean energy jobs Solar for tribal & rural communities Trump’s decision to gut it is a betrayal of Arizona families.

Representative Yassamin Ansari: Disgusting waste, fraud, and abuse. Trump forced through the largest wealth transfer in history while stripping 17M people of their health insurance. All of this to give billions to ICE & now flashy “DEFEND THE HOMELAND” wraps on ICE SUVs? That’s GOP’s America.

Biggs, Hamadeh Celebrate Dismissal of Massive Trump Penalty Issued by Letitia James— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich

Gallego Leads Bipartisan Concern Over AI Chatbots Interacting with Minors— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) has spearheaded a bipartisan letter to Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, voicing concerns about reports that artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots are engaging in inappropriate conversations with minors.

Former Arizona Governor Ducey Gives Recognition to National Education Ranking As It's 'Changing Arizonans' Lives for the Better'— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Former Governor Doug Ducey has shown appreciation towards Arizona schools dominating national rankings for the second year in a row.

Kari Lake Calls Out California's Governor Gavin Newsom for Trying to be a 'Chameleon' Amid Dispute— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Kari Lake isn't holding back when it comes to California Governor Gavin Newsom, calling him out for what she sees as a desperate attempt to change his political reputation.

Arizona's Officials Mayes and Kelly Wish Tucson a Happy 250th Birthday— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes is celebrating along with Tucson as the city celebrates its 250th anniversary on Wednesday.

Rep. Stanton Applauds Mesa as it Place First in Water Conservation Contest— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Representative Greg Stanton is pleased with Mesa residents' recent big win in a nationwide water-saving contest.

Schweikert Introduces Bill Renewing Letters of Marque to Crack Down on Cybercriminals— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Representative David Schweikert (R-AZ) is introducing legislation reviving letters of marque issued by Congress to crack down on foreign cybercriminals.

Ciscomani Asks for High-Priority Border Protection Funding in Arizona— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Representative Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ) wrote to Customs and Border Protection Commissioner (CBP) Rodney Scott, asking that funds be allocated to high-priority projects along Arizona's border with Mexico.

Senator Gallego Wants CDC to Release Drug Prevention Money Immediately— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Senator Ruben Gallego is calling for urgent action from federal health officials to release money that could save lives in the ongoing drug overdose crisis. He expressed frustration that life-saving resources are being held up while people continue dying.

Arizona Officials Mayes and Kupper Disagree on Voter Citizenship Requirements— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— A public issue concerning election security and voting rights has come up as a result of a heated disagreement between Attorney General Kris Mayes and Representative Nick Kupper over who should provide proof of voter citizenship.

The Snakebite is written by Grayson Bakich and Javier Manjarres