Kirsten Engel slams Juan Ciscomani over links to Patriot Academy, a Christian nationalist group, as Arizona congressional race simmers
WASHINGTON – Democratic challenger Kirsten Engel has slammed Rep. Juan Ciscomani for his ties to Patriot Academy. The Tucson Republican, who enjoys a relatively moderate image, won’t discuss the group, which wants to end church-state separation and promotes the idea of Christian government.
Kids Online Safety Act could pass the Senate soon amid calls to protect minors online
WASHINGTON – The Kids Online Safety Act aims to protect minors on social media. The U.S. Surgeon General is among many advocates who want to tackle the youth mental health crisis. But, some opponents worry about censorship.
Proposed federal commission would investigate abuses at Native American boarding schools that operated until the 1970s
WASHINGTON – A move is underway in Congress to create a commission to expose abuses at Native American boarding schools.
Mark Kelly VP: What would Arizona senator, in office just four years, bring to the Kamala Harris ticket if she taps him for vice president?
WASHINGTON – Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly is somewhat more centrist than other candidates being vetted as a potential running mate by Vice President Kamala Harris. But his relative inexperience and stances on unions, guns and Israel could hold him back in the veepstakes.
Arizona’s Proposition 314, authorizing local enforcement of federal immigration law, would face legal hurdles if approved
WASHINGTON – Arizona’s Proposition 314 is certain to face legal challenges over provisions that would give police the power to arrest migrants and state courts the power to deport them.
Migrants regularly die in searing Arizona heat, but the desert often claims the remains and death toll is uncertain
WASHINGTON – Arizona’s harsh desert kills hundreds of migrants every year. Volunteers try to save them but instead often find only the remains.
Gov. Katie Hobbs, other Arizona Democrats rally behind Kamala Harris for presidential nomination after Joe Biden bows out
WASHINGTON – Arizona Democratic delegates have embraced Vice President Kamala Harris as the party’s new presidential nominee since President Joe Biden’s exit from the race. Gov. Katie Hobbs threw her support to Harris on Monday. Every Arizona Democrat in Congress backs Harris, as do most state party leaders.
‘Unbelievable’ RNC finale with Hulk Hogan warming up the convention for Donald Trump leaves Arizona Republican delegates dazzled and hopeful
MILWAUKEE – As the 2024 Republican National Convention came to a close, Arizona delegates were left dazzled by Donald Trump’s acceptance speech and other crowd favorites like Hulk Hogan.
Arizona Republicans bask in unity and energy, unfazed by obstructed view as Donald Trump accepts nomination
MILWAUKEE – The last Republican National Convention was virtual and differed from the norm in a variety of ways. This year is set to be different in its own way.
GOP shift to more inclusive language on same-sex marriage welcomed by LGBTQ+ Republicans, could appeal to swing voters
MILWAUKEE – The new Republican Party platform replaces long-standing references to “traditional marriage” defined as being “between one man and one woman” with more inclusive language embraced by LGBTQ+ conservatives. The shift could help with outreach to moderate and independent voters.
‘God’s watching over him’: Trump assassination attempt strengthens Arizona supporters’ conviction at RNC
MILWAUKEE – Donald Trump’s survival after an attempted assassination strengthens some Arizona supporters’ conviction that his presidential campaign is supported by God.
Arizona ‘fake elector’ leverages notoriety selling mug shot merch as GOP convention delegates flock to Trump souvenirs
MILWAUKEE – Vendors sell Trump merchandise at Republican National Convention, celebrating the former president and his controversial legal battles.
