Attorney General Mayes Chief of Staff Quits After Seven Months
Attorney General Kris Mayes’ chief of staff, Amy Love, has quit. In a brief press release on Monday morning, Mayes’ office announced that Love would depart on August 7. The attorney general’s office didn’t offer any further details.
Arizona, We Have A Problem: The State Of S.T.E.M. Education
In Arizona the results are sounding the warning bells. Of all students statewide, 60% are failing English Language and 67% are failing math according to the 2022 assessment.
US job gains smallest in 2-1/2 years; labor market still tight
The U.S. economy added the fewest jobs in 2-1/2 years in June, but persistently strong wage growth pointed to still-tight labor market conditions that most certainly ensure the Federal Reserve will resume raising interest rates later this month.
House Freedom Caucus voted to remove Greene before July Fourth break, congressman says
A majority of the House Freedom Caucus voted to remove GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia just before the current congressional recess on June 23, according to Republican Rep. Andy Harris of Maryland, though her ultimate fate in the group remains unclear.
Secret Service investigates cocaine found at White House
The US Secret Service is investigating how cocaine was found at the White House on Sunday night, with visitor logs and footage combed for clues.
Supreme Court to take up major domestic violence gun case
The Supreme Court on Friday agreed to review whether a federal law that bans people under domestic violence restraining orders from owning firearms violates the Second Amendment.
Supreme Court blocks Biden student loan forgiveness
The U.S Supreme Court handed President Joe Biden a painful defeat on Friday, blocking his plan to cancel $430 billion in student loan debt - a move that had been intended to benefit up to 43 million Americans and fulfill a campaign promise.
Supreme Court rejects affirmative action in ruling on universities using race in admissions decisions
The U.S. Supreme Court handed down a major ruling on affirmative action Thursday, rejecting the use of race as a factor in college admissions as a violation of the 14th Amendment's Equal Protection Clause.
City of Phoenix approves creation of new homeless campground
The Phoenix City Council has approved the purchase of a new compound intended to accommodate the homeless population. On June 28, members of the council approved in an 8-1 vote to license and buy a plot of land near "The Zone" in an effort to create a structured campground.
Supreme Court rules for Christian mail carrier who refused to work Sundays
The Supreme Court on Thursday made it easier for employees to seek religious accommodations in a case involving a lawsuit brought by an evangelical Christian mail carrier who asked not to work on Sundays.
Former lawmaker, former congressional candidate, party chair vie for LD2 seat
Legislative District 2 Republicans nominated three people on Monday night as potential replacements for former Sen. Steve Kaiser, R-Phoenix. Shawnna Bolick, Josh Barnett and Paul Carver.
Peoria Unified board members taking heat from citing Bible verses
There is controversy in the Peoria Unified School District. Freedom From Religion Foundation is threatening to sue the district because two board members cited Bible verses during public board meetings.
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs signs 2 executive orders supporting the LGBTQ+ community
One of the orders bars state agencies from funding and promoting conversion therapy treatment for minors. The other will make sure the state employee health care plan covers gender affirmation surgeries that are deemed medically necessary.
Several Candidates Submit Their Names to Replace State Sen. Steve Kaiser Who Resigned From the Arizona Legislature
State Senator Steve Kaiser (R-Phoenix) resigned earlier this month from the Arizona Legislature, leaving a void that must be filled by a Republican from that district per state law. The precinct committeemen in Legislative District 2, which is based in north Phoenix, will select three names at a meeting on June 26 to send to the Maricopa County Supervisors, who will have the final pick.
Gov. Hobbs' executive order gives Arizona AG authority over abortion-related prosecutions
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs on Friday signed a sweeping executive order to protect anyone involved with a legally obtained abortion from prosecution.
Hunter Biden-linked account received $5 million days after threatening messages: 'Sitting here with my father'
A bank account linked to President Biden's son Hunter Biden received more than $5 million in August 2017, shortly after his threatening messages — in which he said he was "sitting here" with his father — to a Chinese associate revealed this week by an IRS whistleblower, according to documents released by congressional investigators.
Phoenix Considers Creation Of New Court To Handle Crimes Committed By Homeless
The city of Phoenix may create a new court to handle the crimes committed by the homeless. The new specialty court, the Phoenix Community Court, would cost well over $2 million to operate annually, with a $46,000 start-up cost.
Josh Hawley demands hearing after top Biden official admits false testimony about stock purchases
Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Mo., is calling for a Senate hearing to examine Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm's recent admission that she misled him and other lawmakers about her stock ownership.
Hobbs vetoes GOP-backed bill to extend transportation sales tax in Arizona’s biggest county
Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs on Tuesday vetoed a Republican-backed proposal to extend a longstanding half-cent sales tax that funds transportation projects in Arizona’s most populous county and is set to expire at the end of 2025.
John Durham shuts down Adam Schiff in Trump-Russia hearing: 'Not illegal'
Former Special Counsel John Durham shut down a line of questioning from Rep. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., that sought to assert Donald Trump Jr. had committed a crime during a meeting in Trump Tower.