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Thomas Homan, acting director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, speaks after a Heritage Foundation presentation at which he said his agency would focus on businesses that knowingly employ undocumented workers. (Photo by Andrew Nicla/Cronkite News)
May 11, 2026

Hobbs: Border Czar’s threat to flood sanctuary cities could put Arizona at risk

Key Points: Gov. Katie Hobbs fears border czar Tom Homan’s threat to flood sanctuary cities with federal agents could lead to problems in Arizona Homan criticized “sanctuary cities” that refuse […]

Apr 1, 2026

Phoenix, Tucson face attorney general probe over ICE activities

Key Points:  GOP lawmaker wants attorney general to investigate cities over ordinances regarding ICE Probe would focus on when restricting ICE from city properties Tucson mayor contends ordinance is legal […]

Feb 25, 2026

Bill requiring local cops to notify ICE of an immigrant arrest advances

Key Points:  ICE would be alerted as an arrest is taking place Democrats express concerns the measure could trigger violence Republicans say SB1055 will make Arizona streets safer Republican lawmakers […]

Feb 17, 2026

New law could criminalize alerting others about ICE presence

Key Points:  Sen. John Kavanagh proposes legislation to criminalize warning others about police presence The bill aims to plug a loophole in existing laws that only punish physical obstruction of […]

Feb 13, 2026

Mayes uses ‘public nuisance’ law to target proposed Surprise ICE facility

Key Points:  Attorney general probes ICE facility under state public nuisance law Joins federal lawmakers in concerns over impact to community  Federal compliance with state law still an open question  […]

Feb 12, 2026

Proposed law defines ‘civil terrorism’ and enhances penalties for protesters

Key Points:  New legislation in Arizona redefines minor protest-related crimes as “civil terrorism” Blocking roads and vandalism could lead to 18 months in state prison The legislation would add civil […]

Feb 11, 2026

State Senate approves immigration checks in Arizona hospitals

Key Points: Arizona state Senate approves measure requiring hospitals to ask patients about immigration status Senator Wendy Rogers’ bill makes answering the question optional  Opponents argue the bill may deter […]

Feb 11, 2026

Public safety over politics – why our county partnered with ICE

We’ve heard from a lot of Pinal County residents who are confused by the board’s public claims about our 287(g) agreement with ICE and what the law actually allows. You […]

Dec 10, 2025

Marana jail under consideration for ICE detention facility

Key Points:  A closed jail in Marana is being considered for an immigration detention center  Management and Training Corp. bought the jail this year and has not determined how it […]

Sep 18, 2025

Here’s why public-private detention partnerships are essential

As the national immigration debate continues to evolve, policymakers and the public face a critical question: How do we manage the many individuals entering the U.S. and ensure fair, humane, […]

China, migrants, Border Patrol, Chinese Nationals, Mexico
Sep 12, 2025

I was a stranger and you welcomed me

In the heart of Arizona, behind the walls of four ICE detention centers — including the Eloy Detention Center, Florence Service Processing Center, Florence Correctional Center, and Florence Staging Facilities, […]

Top Republicans
Sep 3, 2025

Ethics complaint filed against senator for sharing ICE location online

Key Points: Sen. Jake Hoffman seeks to eject Sen. Analise Ortiz from Senate over an immigration enforcement post Hoffman files ethics complaint, alleging disorderly behavior and violation of public trust […]

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