National Politics
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University of Arizona rejects Trump education compact
The University of Arizona rejected an offer of preferential funding in exchange for embracing the Trump administration’s political agenda.
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3 weeks post-election, US House Speaker won’t swear in Grijalva—even after results are officially certified
On Tuesday, Arizona officially certified the results of Democrat Adelita Grijalva’s landslide win in a special election to Congress. Over 800,000 Arizonans are without representation since March.
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They were sexually assaulted in the military. They say Hegseth’s new directives will make the problem worse.
Three female veterans reflect on their experiences of sexual abuse in the military and worry that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s termination of a committee focused on preventing sexual assault could worsen conditions for women in uniform.
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Flight delays at Sky Harbor, other airports may be just a taste of shutdown woes
Air traffic controllers at Phoenix Sky Harbor and other airports are working without pay during the government shutdown.
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Shutdown threatens nutrition aid for Arizona mothers and children
Thousands of Arizona’s low-income mothers rely on WIC for food assistance. The government shutdown has put the program in limbo.
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How Sen. Ruben Gallego is working to bring more affordable housing to Arizona
US Sen. Ruben Gallego shares what he’s doing to improve access to affordable housing in Arizona and the rest of the US.
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Montezuma Castle National Monument turns away tourists after government shutdown
Dozens of tourists were turned away at Montezuma Castle National Monument on Wednesday with a “park closed until further notice” sign and gated-off entryways.
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Did House Republicans stall Adelita Grijalva’s swearing-in to delay release of Epstein files?
Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva arrived at the US Capitol on Tuesday expecting to be sworn in. Instead—a week after winning a special election—she was left waiting.
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The Social Security Administration is no longer issuing paper checks. Here’s what you need to know
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has switched to electronic forms of payment. Here’s how you can set up your automatic payments with ease.
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Arizona’s electric vehicles will soon lose access to HOV lanes. Here’s why
If you’re used to cruising solo in the HOV lane during rush hour because of your electric vehicle, that could soon cost you at least $400.
