As of April 2024, Arizona experienced a 22.2% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 19.9% increase.
PHOENIX, ARIZONA— Amid an ongoing border crisis in Arizona, Governor Katie Hobbs and state Democrat lawmakers are facing criticism for their handling of the situation. In response, Arizona State Senate and House Republicans are preparing to advance a ballot measure this month, which voters will consider in November.
Arizona State Senate President Warren Petersen criticized Governor Katie Hobbs and Arizona State Democrat lawmakers for their negligence in addressing the border crisis. Petersen stated, "Arizona Democrats in power have shown us time after time, with every 'no' vote and veto of our border security legislation, that they are not concerned for the safety and well-being of our citizens, nor have any care for the wasted taxpayer dollars being used to mitigate the fallout from Biden's border invasion."Petersen highlighted the overwhelming challenges faced by law enforcement...
