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How each state is covering missing SNAP payments
Millions of Americans who rely on the federal Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program for food security are poised to miss their monthly benefits as the federal government shutdown continues with no […]
Schweikert is a spoiler in the GOP primary for governor
Tensions are rising in the 2026 Republican primary race for governor, and what was already shaping up to be a tight contest has taken an unexpected turn. Longtime Rep. David […]
Cannabis lawsuit against ADHS, governor and chief of staff dismissed
Key Points: Judge dismisses lawsuit over alleged improper dispensary license Court finds plaintiffs lacked standing and rejected two claims on merits Plaintiffs attorney declines to say whether they plan to […]
Schweikert lays out his plan to fix the AZ GOP in latest interview
Key Points: Schweikert sees path to victory running as a true conservative Recent polling shows Schweikert training Biggs and Robson Schweikert’s decision based in part on frustration with Washington On […]
Will Robson be the new face of Arizona conservatism?
In a strange turn of events, a recent Noble Predictive Insights poll has found that Republican gubernatorial contender Karrin Taylor-Robson is “10 points ahead of competitor” Andy Biggs. Robson was […]
Arizona agencies request pay hikes for employees
Key Points: State agencies request salary increases for staff in their fiscal year 2027 budget requests Gov. Katie Hobbs’ proposal for a 2% to 3% raise for all state employees […]
Schweikert considers bid for Arizona governor
Key Points: US Rep. David Schweikert mulls running for GOP nomination for governor Congressman’s chances, motive are questioned Crowded Democratic field lines up in CD1 to challenge Schweikert Arizona Congressman […]
Karrin Taylor Robson edges out Andy Biggs in fundraising for 2026 governor bid
Key Point: Robson reports $575,000 in individual donations and $2,500 from PACs Biggs receiving outside funding support from political action committees Incumbent Democrat Katie Hobbs has nearly $4.7 million cash […]
Session Wrap: Gov. Hobbs on 2025’s victories and ongoing battles
Gov. Katie Hobbs managed to score legislative wins and sign a bipartisan budget during her third legislative session on the Ninth Floor, but not without lengthy battles with Republicans and […]
Conflict defined the 2025 legislative session, will it set the stage for 2026?
Key Points: House left adrift by loss of chief of staff Conflicts followed, but likely won’t stick Election cycle to flare tensions next session Conflict — whether between lawmakers, caucuses […]
Affordable housing: An issue yet unsolved
Key Points: Lawmakers had ambitious goals for housing in 2025 Very little consequential legislation passed on the issue Certain initiatives set to expire in 2026 Gov. Katie Hobbs outlined ambitious […]
Hobbs’ appointee gets new $170K contract at DES amid staff layoffs
Key Points: Dana Allmond to receive $170,000-a-year contract renewal at DES The agency recently eliminated 5% of staff due to federal grant reductions An opponent of Hobbs calls the contract […]
