by Katie O’Shaughnessy, Cronkite News July 9, 2026Cronkite News offers an audio version of this story using an automated voice created by AI. Errors in pronunciation, pacing and intonation may occur. If you notice an error please contact cronkitenews@asu.edu. WASHINGTON – Access to a federal database that Maricopa County has used to verify voter citizenship […]
Category: Elections & Government Accountability
Arizona Republican Party Opens New State Headquarters
Arizona Republicans gathered to celebrate the opening of the party’s new headquarters while emphasizing unity, grassroots organizing, and preparations for the November General Election.
AZGOP Bylaws Ballots Counted: State Committeemen Once Again Reject Top-Down Control
Feb 2, 2026 – Lisa Everett, www.patriotnheels.com On January 31st, volunteers arrived at the Arizona Republican Party (AZGOP) offices in Scottsdale to count the ballots from the bylaw vote taken at the Annual Meeting on January 24th. I attended as an observer for the process. Ballot counting began promptly at 2:00 p.m. and wrapped up […]
Maricopa County Supervisors Clash With Recorder During 2027 Budget Special Meeting
Feb 2, 2026 – Lisa Everett, www.patriotnheels.com On Wednesday, January 28, the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors held a Special Meeting to hear 2027 Above Baseline budget requests from several county departments. Departments presenting included County Treasurer John Allen, County Attorney Rachel Mitchell, County Manager Jen Pokorski, and County Recorder Justin Heap. Board Chairwoman Kate […]