Hobbs Corruption Investigation
State Speaker of the House Steve Montenegro (R-29) has announced the organization of an advisory team to investigate claims of Governor Katie Hobbs (D-AZ) partaking in a pay-to-play scheme within the Arizona Department of Child Services (DCS).
Sunshine Residential Homes, a group home organization that is a significant donor to Governor Hobbs's election campaign and the state Democratic Party, received a 30% rate increase compared to other organizations.
Notably, the rate increase request was granted despite DCS already being in a budget shortfall... READ MORE
State Senator Jake Hoffman: .@MikeJohnson & the @GOP reopened the government this week. President @realDonaldTrump signed it into law to get folks back to work fast. Democrats gained NOTHING from their idiotic, damaging shutdown. Dems only hurt American workers. Who's really fighting for Americans?
State Representative Alexander Kolodin: Had an absolute blast chatting with the next wave of conservatives alongside Pastor Nunez at the Civics Round Table. Fueling the fire for the future at Prophetic Church for the Nations! Who's stepping up?
State Representative Nick Kupper: 18 years ago today Jack came into this world & made me a father. Especially being my firstborn I sometimes still get choked up thinking of what a Godly, kind & intelligent young man he’s become & where his future has yet to take him. It’s a little hard to wrap my head around the fact that I now have an adult child, because in some ways I’ll always see him as this baby on my chest. But whether he’s 8, 18 or 80 I’ll always be there for my little boy. Happy birthday Jack!
State Representative John Gillette: All Election Code § 1107-A to require that any update, patch, or modification to a certified voting system—software, firmware, or configuration—be treated as a new system version mandating full recertification. This includes independent lab testing (functional, accessibility, and red-team penetration), followed by issuance of a new Certificate of Approval that details the exact changes, risks, and mitigations. Automatic or remote updates without prior certification must be strictly prohibited, with violations triggering immediate decertification, fines up to $50,000, and criminal referral under § 1850. To ensure transparency, the new certificate and full examination report must be publicly posted on the Department of State website within 30 days, reported to the Legislature and Auditor General within 45 days, and made viewable on demand to counties, parties, and observers. This builds on the efficient 2018 5.5-to-5.5-A process (60–90 days, <$100K) while closing loopholes for unvetted changes, aligning with Act 77 and VVSG 2.0, and restoring public trust through verifiable, accountable updates. This would prevent or slow last minute updates, that seem to happen hours before the election that are non public and unverified.
State Representative Pamela Carter: Rep. Carter delivered for our military families! Passed tax exemptions for deployed service members. Fighting for those who fight for us. Sign to keep this leadership → go.azsos.gov/2q37
Steve Montenegro Forms House Advisory Team to Investigate Alleged Katie Hobbs Corruption— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich—
Arizona Freedom Caucus Endorses the Arizona Secure Elections Act— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— The Arizona Freedom Caucus announced its endorsement of the Arizona Secure Elections Act, a major election reform bill, supporting fellow member Representative Alexander Kolodin's proposed legislation.
President Pro Tempore Requests Investigation on 30% Rate Hike to Governor's Donor— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Arizona Senate President Pro Tem T.J. Shope is requesting updates from state prosecutors following the release of internal documents that raise questions about a rate increase approved for a group home provider that has donated to Governor Katie Hobbs' campaigns.
Yassamin Ansari Criticizes U.S. Absence from COP30— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Congresswoman Yassamin Ansari addressed the United States' absence from this year's United Nations climate summit during remarks outside the U.S. Capitol this week, explaining that climate change is a rising challenge facing the nation.
Goldwater Institute Sues Kris Mayes Over Withheld Public Records in Rent Case— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— On Wednesday, the Goldwater Institute filed a lawsuit against Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes to compel compliance with Arizona's Public Records Law alongside American Freedom Network attorney Michael Bloom.
Arizona Republicans Celebrate End of Government Shutdown— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— The longest government shutdown in American history has come to an end after 43 days, and Arizona's Republicans, including Representatives Andy Biggs (R-AZ), Eli Crane (R-AZ), Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ), and Abe Hamadeh (R-AZ), are celebrating.
Arizona Leaders Push for Federal Aid After Devastating Floods— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Arizona's congressional delegation is coming together across party lines to help communities recover from catastrophic flooding that hit the state in late September.
Longest Shutdown in U.S. History Ends, Federal Workers Return to Work— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— After 43 days of the longest government shutdown in American history, federal workers are finally heading back to work. President Donald Trump signed legislation the night of November 12 to reopen the government and restore funding through January 30, 2026.
New Epstein Emails Released Ahead of Adelita Grijalva Being Sworn Into Office— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— As House Democrats released three emails from convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's estate this week, Arizona Representative Yassamin Ansari criticized efforts to block full disclosure, with Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva's delayed swearing-in holding up a crucial discharge petition.
Andy Biggs Introduces Three Bills to Support Veterans— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Representative Andy Biggs has introduced three new pieces of legislation to improve services and benefits for American veterans.
The Snakebite is written by Grayson Bakich and Javier Manjarres
