President Trump

AZ Sen. Mark Kelly urges Trump to reconsider tariffs

Kelly warns they hurt Arizona's economy, raise prices, and threaten key industries.

Arizona AG urges Trump administration to halt federal firings in case to be heard Wednesday

Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes is among the Democratic attorneys general in 19 states suing the Trump administration over its mass firing of federal workers.

Department of Education investigates ASU and other universities for alleged Civil Rights violations

The Trump Administration investigates student protests that occurred in support of Palestine last year.

Federal lease terminations threaten five National Park Service facilities in Arizona

Cuts could disrupt visitor experiences, scientific research and park operations.

Elon Musk calls AZ Senator Mark Kelly a "traitor" following Ukraine visit

Senator Mark Kelly's visit comes as the United States pauses aid to Ukraine.

Trump's DEI ban could take $800 million from Arizona universities

Affected grants cover wildfires, pollution, public health and more.

A bane for tyrants abroad, U.S.-funded networks fear fate under Kari Lake

U.S.-funded international networks reach more than 420 million people in more than 100 countries each week. Some network leaders fear that Lake intends to cancel all funding for them.

Federal government to close Bureau of Indian Affairs' Western Regional Office, alarming tribes

General Services Administration plans to close the Bureau of Indian Affairs' Western Region Regional Office in Phoenix, raising tribal concerns over service disruptions for 53 tribes, including 20 in Arizona.

Pima County Board of Supervisors reviews federal funding freeze impact

Officials warn that paused grants and funding cuts could impact essential county programs.

Deportations down despite increased border enforcement in Trump's first month back in office

Despite personnel surges and resources mobilized to both sides of the border, deportation numbers have actually dropped during Donald Trump’s first month back in office.

Trump suspends legal aide to thousands of migrant children in the U.S.

The Trump administration ended legal aid for unaccompanied minors, leaving them without representation in immigration court.

Trump terminates Biden appointee, head of Arizona U.S. attorneys

He took over the job in 2021.

Some migrants opt to stay at U.S.-Mexico border after Trump blocks asylum pathways

Some migrants who hoped to seek asylum are deciding to make a home at the U.S.-Mexico border after the Trump administration cut off most legal pathways to asylum.

$68 million in Pima County grants under review amid Trump’s executive order

Federal grant funding for infrastructure, environmental projects and aid programs remains uncertain.

Douglas declares an emergency in anticipation for effects from Trump's border policy

The emergency declaration passed in a three to two vote.

‘Absolutely appalled’ Arizona AG Kris Mayes sues Trump Administration over $3 trillion federal funding freeze

The Trump administration walked back the freeze after public outcry.

Arizona experts warn of devastating impact of Trump’s proposed tariffs on Mexico and Canada

Proposed 25% tariffs on imports could drive up costs for consumers and manufacturers, raising fears of a trade war.

The Buzz: How Trump’s immigration policies affect Southern Arizona

Trump’s sweeping immigration overhaul ignites legal battles, international tension, and questions of constitutional limits.

The Press Room - March 7, 2025

Nanos withdraws from Operation Desert Guardian, Trump delays Mexican tariffs, and more.

The Press Room - February 28, 2025

Gov. Hobbs creates Operation Desert Guardian, and should Congressman Grijalva step down?

The Press Room - February 21, 2025

How the Pima County Supervisors are bracing for the possibility of budget cuts.

The Press Room - February 14, 2025

We review Prop 414, ICE raiding a local restaurant, & the effect of grant freezes on UA.

The Press Room - January 24, 2025

We discuss President Donald Trump sending thousands of troops to the AZ/Mexico border and more.