Grijalva's SSI Bill
Representative Adelita Grijalva (D-AZ) is introducing legislation to update and strengthen Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits.
The SSI program provides a monthly amount of supplemental income to Americans age 65 or older, the blind, and the disabled if their income is found insufficient to meet basic needs... READ MORE
Senator Mark Kelly: I’ve seen what it looks like when leaders take seriously the responsibility of sending Americans into combat when I flew in the First Gulf War. We're not seeing that from Donald Trump, Pete Hegseth, or the rest of this administration. They sent Americans into harm's way without a clear goal or timeline. And that’s dangerous.
Senator Ruben Gallego: What ever happened to America first? @POTUS
Representative Andy Biggs: I will always support the constitutional balance of powers, but I will also support a President who is acting lawfully and within his constitutional authority to decisively keep Americans safe.
Representative Eli Crane: Today, only 4 Democrats joined Republicans to fund the Department of Homeland Security. Given the heightened threat environment, it’s hard to understand the rationale of the 209 Democrats who opposed it.
Representative Juan Ciscomani: Proud to vote AGAIN to fund the Department of Homeland Security and ensure the men and women who protect our country have the resources they need. More than 200 Democrats chose to play political games instead. Cybersecurity personnel, TSA agents, Border Patrol agents, and the many others who keep our homeland safe deserve better than Washington gridlock. Our national security should never be used as a bargaining chip.
Representative David Schweikert: Social Security’s trust fund is on track to hit zero in about six years. Current law then cuts every check 24 percent because Washington spent the money and pretended demographics did not exist. Who in Washington thinks the country is ready for that?
Representative Abe Hamadeh: Over the weekend, Congressman Hamadeh joined @Jim_Jordan for a tour of the New Freedom Project campus. Founded by formerly incarcerated individuals, this Phoenix-based organization provides essential resources, teaching those transitioning from prison fundamental life skills and recovery principles to support successful reentry and build stronger communities
Representative Greg Stanton: The Constitution is clear: only Congress has the power to declare war and authorize war powers. That’s why I voted YES to require the president to make his case to Congress before continuing his strikes on Iran.
Representative Yassamin Ansari: There needs to be an immediate and transparent investigation into this strike. I’m demanding answers on what is being done to protect innocent civilians in Iran.
Representative Adelita Grijalva: A dream come true. Thank you @RealLyndaCarter (OUR Wonder Woman!)
Adelita Grijalva Introduces Bill Updating Supplemental Security Income Benefits— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich—
Noem Out, Mullin In: Major Shakeup at Homeland Security— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— President Donald Trump announced today that Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) will replace Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, effective March 31, 2026.
Andy Biggs, David Schweikert Condemn Failure of Congressional Sexual Harassment Disclosure Resolution— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Representatives Andy Biggs (R-AZ) and David Schweikert (R-AZ) condemned the failure of a House resolution disclosing sexual harassment and misconduct reports by members of Congress on social media.
AZ Democrat JoAnna Mendoza Found Supporting Police Defunding in 2020 Video?— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— JoAnna Mendoza, who is running against Representative Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ) in the 2026 midterm elections, was allegedly caught on video in 2020 voicing support for defunding police.
Adelita Grijalva Moves to Block DHS Funds From Targeting Protesters, Tribal Lands— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Congresswoman Adelita Grijalva (D-AZ) has introduced two amendments to a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding bill, aiming to safeguard free speech and uphold tribal sovereignty. The House is expected to vote on the DHS budget later today.
Janae Shamp Pushes Sharia Ban in Arizona as a Matter of Prevention— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Arizona lawmakers have passed a bill that would make it illegal for any state court to recognize Sharia law, even though the current law already bans the use of foreign laws in Arizona.
'That Is Not Normal': Cathrine Miranda Wants Transparency After Haitian Man's Death in ICE Custody— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— Senator Catherine Miranda (D-AZ) is renewing her push for transparency in law enforcement after her recent amendment to a state immigration bill was voted down.
Eli Crane Torches Minnesota AG Ellison and Revered in Welfare Fraud Hearing— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— During the House Oversight Committee's second hearing on the Minnesota welfare fraud scandal, Representative Eli Crane (R-AZ) torched Minnesota Attorney General (AG) Keith Ellison and Reverend Mariah Tollgaard, accusing them of downplaying or denying events.
Andy Biggs Leads Effort in Critiquing Colorado River Plan Draft— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Representative Andy Biggs (R-AZ) is leading Arizona Republicans in critiquing the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for Lake Powell and Lake Mead, calling out its unfairness toward the Lower Basin, and by extension, Arizona.
Arizona Lawmakers Weigh Impact of Arizona's Secure Benefits Integrity Act— By Cactus Politics' Ericka Pinon— A new proposal in the Arizona Legislature is drawing strong criticism from Democratic lawmakers, who say it would remove health and food assistance from people who need them most.
The Snakebite is written by Grayson Bakich and Javier Manjarres
