Save America Act
Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) has introduced new federal voting legislation alongside recently released data from his state showing the results of a comprehensive voter citizenship review.
Sen. Lee, working with Congressman Chip Roy (R-TX), unveiled the SAVE America Act this week, an expanded version of their previous SAVE Act proposal. The updated legislation adds... READ MORE
Senator Mark Kelly: As we begin Black History Month, it’s worth remembering that Black history is American history. Every February is both a celebration and a call to action, honoring the contributions by Black Americans that built our country and recommitting to the work that remains to achieve true equality.
Senator Ruben Gallego: The best version of this country is one where everyone gets a fair shot, no matter where they start in life. Where families can walk their streets without fear. Where the son of immigrants can grow up to serve as a United States Senator. That’s the America worth fighting for. And I’m not backing down from that fight.
Representative Andy Biggs: I was glad to host Yuma farmers in my Mesa office to hear about the challenges facing Arizona agriculture. Our farmers and ranchers are the backbone of our economy, and I will continue fighting for policies that protect their livelihoods and keep American agriculture strong.
Representative Paul Gosar: I held Biden's EPA accountable when it canceled the Trump plan to phase out expensive and outdated animal testing because of pressure from radical environmental groups. Thank you @epaleezeldin for bringing it back. Great advocacy work by @WhiteCoatWaste
Representative Eli Crane: It’s called the swamp for a reason. Those of us pushing for change are greatly outnumbered.
Representative Juan Ciscomani: Honored to be back speaking at the 13th Annual Blessing Breakfast in Oro Valley, joining law enforcement, first responders, elected officials, and community leaders in prayer and gratitude. I’ve been blessed to take part in this gathering for many years, and I’m always thankful for the men, women, and dogs who put service before self and for the strength, courage, and faith that guide them each day.
Representative David Schweikert: The organ records we’re reviewing describe a system that treats American patients and donors as disposable. A Missouri mom was given a liver later found full of metastatic cancer, we have cases where organ recovery kept going even after patients showed signs of life, whistleblowers say hundreds of Americans were quietly skipped on the waitlist, and foreign VIPs were sold short wait transplants while Medicare picked up the bill.
Representative Abe Hamadeh: "I don't want to see riots. This is all a continuation of the George Floyd BLM riots in 2020. And this is how they know how to activate their army. Until there's justice, where you start penetrating some of these actors that are getting paid and getting a lot of money for this, it's going to continue." Congressman Hamadeh weighs in on when/if the criminal actors will face justice with @jsolomonReports.
Representative Greg Stanton: The Phoenix Committee on Foreign Relations is the best place in AZ for substantive foreign policy conversations. Thanks for having me to speak about my work on @HouseForeign & how rebuilding America’s alliances & playing a bigger role abroad are key to winning the economic competition with China.
Representative Yassamin Ansari: Arresting journalists is a five-alarm fire as the authoritarian takeover of our country accelerates. Pam Bondi must answer for it. I’m leading my colleagues in demanding action. We have to use every lever we have, including DHS funding, as Trump and Republicans shred the Constitution.
Representative Adelita Grijalva: A powerful tour of the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona highlighting the real impacts of rising costs and SNAP cuts on our community. No one should have to worry about putting food on the table!
Mike Lee and Chip Roy Introduce 'Save America Act' Amid Utah Citizenship Review— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon—
AG Kris Mayes Joins Coalition Standing With Minnesota Against Federal Data Demands— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Attorney General Kris Mayes (D-AZ) has joined 21 additional state attorneys general in sending a letter to federal officials regarding the current government overreach targeting Minnesota.
Student Walkouts Intensity Across Arizona Ahead of January 30 Community Action— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— State Senator Analise Ortiz (D-AZ) publicly voiced her support for high school students across the state who have organized walkouts protesting recent immigration enforcement activities.
'Medicaid Millionaires' Cost Arizona $6 Billion Annually, Janae Shamp Unveils— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— PHOENIX—State Senator Janae Shamp (R-AZ) presented findings during a Health and Human Services Committee hearing on Thursday on Medicaid fraud, highlighting what she called "Medicaid Millionaires" —individuals with substantial assets enrolled in benefits meant for Arizona's most vulnerable populations.
Trump Threatens Tariffs in National Emergency Declaration— By Cactus Politics' Joseph Quesada— President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Jan. 29 that would impose levies on any goods from countries that sell or provide oil to Cuba, declaring a national emergency toward the island nation.
Venezuela's Acting President Signs Legislation Allowing Oil Privatization— By Cactus Politics' Joseph Quesada— Venezuela’s interim President Delcy Rodriguez signed into law a reform of the nation’s hydrocarbons legislation, opening the country’s oil industry towards privatization and allowing for more foreign investment.
Trump Takes Legal Action Against IRS and Treasury Department Over Tax Leak— By Cactus Politics' Joseph Quesada— President Donald Trump, Don Jr., Eric Trump, and the Trump organization are suing the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the U.S. Treasury Department for $10 billion over the federal agencies’ failure to prevent alleged leaks of President Trump’s tax information during his first term, which was given to several news outlets.
Tom Homan Says ICE and CBP Crafting 'Draw Down' Plan in Minnesota— By Cactus Politics' Joseph Quesada— U.S. "Border Czar" Tom Homan gave his first news conference on Jan. 29, since his arrival in Minnesota, affirming that “massive changes” will be made to federal immigration operations in the state. He pledged to “draw down” the presence of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and other federal officers within the area.
Senate to Vote on Advancing Funding Package and Reforms— By Cactus Politics' Joseph Quesada— The Senate is set to take a procedural vote on Jan. 29 on a bill to fund the remaining government agencies and programs, amid a potential partial government shutdown expected by Jan. 30.
House Committee Advances Bill Protecting Shooting Ranges From Quiet Closure— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— A new bill aimed at protecting Arizona's public shooting ranges moved forward this week with support from both political parties.
+35 Arrested at Zipps Locations, Company Cooperating Fully— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— U.S. Customs and Immigration Enforcement (ICE) conducted search warrants at more than a dozen restaurant locations across the Phoenix area on January 26, resulting in the detention of over 35 individuals.
The Snakebite is written by Grayson Bakich and Javier Manjarres
