Pentagon blames ‘mistake’ for deletion of Navajo Code Talkers pages in DEI scrub, says content will be restored
WASHINGTON – The Pentagon called the removal of Navajo Code Talker pages from its websites a “mistake,” vowing to restore content related to the Marines who helped win World War II.
Federal science grants worth $812M could be caught in Trump’s DEI dragnet at Arizona universities, including research on wildfires, pollution and public health
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump’s DEI purge has put $812 million in grants to Arizona universities at risk – including research on wildfires, pollution and public health. Many of these grants followed previous federal guidelines that required efforts to broaden the scientific talent pool.
Trump wants to kill the CHIPS Act, saying tariff threat prompted TSMC’s new $100 billion bet
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump wants to kill the CHIPS Act, which provides $6.6 billion in federal subsidies for TSMC's $65 billion Phoenix semiconductor fabrication complex. He claimed that TSMC has not received money from the program, which is incorrect.
Tariff war threatens higher costs for Arizona farmers
PHOENIX – President Donald Trump’s recent tariffs on agricultural imports and exports from Canada, Mexico and China are expected to drive up costs for Arizona farmers. They face financial uncertainty with rising fertilizer and machinery prices, though some remain hopeful that new trade agreements will expand global markets.
What to watch for at President Donald Trump’s address to Congress: theatrics, Ukraine and surprises
WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump is expected to cover immigration, inflation and the Russia-Ukraine conflict in his first address to Congress since returning to office. Expect surprises, too.
Science and health program for Native American youth to shut down in Northern Arizona
PHOENIX – Training in STEM and health fields in northern Arizona is in jeopardy of shutting down due to a wave of Trump’s executive orders targeting DEI. The summer program serves primarily people from nearby Indigenous communities and tribal nations, while also welcoming participants from other backgrounds.
Apple’s $500B pledge to expand US manufacturing includes chips from massive TSMC Phoenix factory; Trump credits tariff threat
WASHINGTON – Apple’s pledge to spend $500 billion to onshore production means a boost for TSMC’s massive chip factory in Phoenix. President Donald Trump chalked up Apple CEO Tim Cook’s move to Trump’s tariff threat.
Arizona universities quietly delete DEI language while trying to navigate Trump rules on diversity, equity and inclusion
PHOENIX – Arizona universities are attempting to navigate changes in diversity, equity and inclusion regulations from the Trump administration while quietly removing DEI-related language. Some Arizona legislators are working to bring a state constitutional amendment to voters over DEI practices.
Arizona Capitol protesters voice concerns over Trump’s immigration, federal agency orders
PHOENIX – A protest at the Arizona Capitol on Wednesday was part of a nationwide group of rallies across 50 states to express concerns about the Trump administration.
‘QAnon Shaman’ and other Jan. 6 rioters from Arizona celebrate Trump pardons that many denounce as a slap to democracy and police
Washington — About 15 of the nearly 1,600 people pardoned by President Donald Trump in connection with the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol are from Arizona – including the “QAnon Shaman;” a Proud Boys member who was on standby for an armed second wave; and Ray Epps, the target of rightwing rumors about an FBI plot to spark the riot.
Arizona joins 21 other states to oppose Trump’s ban on birthright citizenship for children of undocumented immigrants
WASHINGTON – Arizona was among 22 states that asked federal courts Tuesday to block President Donald Trump’s order ending birthright citizenship for children of undocumented immigrants.
‘Mr. Baseball’ : Bob Uecker, legendary voice of Milwaukee Brewers, is mourned by the sport’s luminaries
PHOENIX — Bob Uecker, the longtime voice of the Milwaukee Brewers, passed away Thursday at 90. Uecker’s contributions to baseball, Milwaukee and even the comedy world are numerous.
