Todd Blanche sworn in as attorney general
The president’s controversial pick and former personal attorney overcame weeks of drama to become the next leader of the Justice Department (DOJ).
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Air Force base renamed after Sen. Lindsey Graham
The Defense Department rebranded the South Carolina military base Monday to honor the Republican lawmaker and Air Force Veteran, who died last month.
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Sen. Bernie Sanders on midterm races in Minnesota and Wisconsin and Abdul El Sayed’s primary win
Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) spoke with Margaret Brennan on Face the Nation Sunday about the midterm races in Minnesota and Wisconsin as well as Abdul E-Sayed’s primary win in Michigan.
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Louisiana senator on Todd Blanche’s Senate confirmation, AG-DOJ cooperation and more
Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) spoke with Margaret Brennan on Face the Nation Sunday about the Senate confirming Todd Blanche as Attorney General, AG-DOJ cooperation and more.
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Alexis Rangel runs for Calexico City Council
Alexis Rangel, a former member of the Calexico Police Advisory Traffic and Code Enforcement Commission, has officially filed for a position on the Calexico City Council. One of her main focuses is bringing businesses back to the downtown area.
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Sen. Mitch McConnell discharged from hospital
The 84-year-old politician added he will continue his recovery with intensive physical therapy at home.
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Appeals court blocks White House ballroom construction
A federal appeals court ruled Friday by a 2 to 1 vote, affirming a federal judge’s decision to block construction of President Donald Trump’s ballroom at the White House, while still allowing below ground construction to continue.
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Senate confirms Dr. Erica Schwartz as CDC director
Dr. Schwartz served as deputy surgeon general during President Donald Trump’s first term and is a retired U.S. Coast Guard officer.
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Rep. Adelita Grijalva and water policy expert weigh in on Colorado River crisis
The Bureau of Reclamation has released its Final Environmental Impact Statement for new guidelines governing Colorado River operations.
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President Trump signs executive orders on birthright citizenship and birth tourism
In an Oval Office announcement, President Trump spoke to reporters, calling the Supreme Court’s decision to uphold birthright citizenship “very unfortunate,” saying that the administration is “making adjustments.”
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Arizona primary produces three winners in South Yuma County
In San Luis, Erik Luzanilla won one of the open seats on the City Council while in Somerton, Jose Moreno was elected to the Somerton City Council while Mayor Gerardo Anaya won his reelection.
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Yuma City Council certifies primary election results
The City of Yuma has officially canvassed the results of last month’s primary election, certifying the vote totals and confirming the city’s leadership for the next four years.
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Rep. Adelita Grijalva highlights threats facing DACA recipients
In a press release, the press conference highlighted a “growing number of longtime DACA recipients and Dreamers facing deportation despite pursuing legal pathways to remain in the United States.”
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Gov. Katie Hobbs announces $1 billion in medical debt erased for Arizonans
The press conference is to announce that more than $1 billion in medical debt for Arizonans has been erased, according to a press release.
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Five states hold primary elections
With just 90 days before the midterm elections, the Senate race in Michigan the big topic. The Democratic winner setting the tone for the future of the party, and four other states held primary elections on everything from Congressional seats to the governor.
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Mike Lindell steps down as CEO of MyPillow
Mike Lindell announced he is stepping down as CEO of MyPillow, the company he founded, to focus on his campaign to be the next governor of Minnesota.
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City Council considers changes to meeting schedule
The Yuma City Council held a work session meeting earlier Tuesday evening, where members discussed possible changes to how they meet moving forward.
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Yuma City Mayor not worried about salary ahead of fourth term
The Yuma City Council will canvas the votes from the primary election in July Wednesday, bringing new faces to the council. However, the one thing that hasn’t changed is their pay.
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COLAB and Imperial County Registrar of Voters hosts Candidate Training Workshop
COLAB said the workshop was for those who are interested in seeking to run for office in Imperial County, whether at the school, city or county level.
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Cocopah Tribal Council members sworn in
Chairwoman Sherry Cordova, Vice Chairman Neil White and Council members Florence Fitch, Wynnie Ortega and Jennifer Townsend were all reelected, according to the Council.
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