‘The whole thing was a lie’: The QAnon Shaman looks back on Jan. 6
Jacob Chansley was the most indelible image of the Jan. 6 insurrection. He’s become only more conspiracy-minded since.
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Trump’s Defense Department wants to demote Sen. Mark Kelly over video
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has been targeting Kelly over a video telling service members to reject unlawful orders.
The latest with all 35 lawsuits Kris Mayes has filed against Trump
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes has sued the Trump administration over SNAP benefits, birthright citizenship and more.
Phoenix ICE enforcement set to spike in 2026, report says
Trump’s draconian deportation machine has focused on big cities. A new report in the Bulwark says the Valley is next on his list.
Looking back at our top Arizona Watchdog Project stories from 2025
Earlier this year, we got a big investigative reporting grant. Here’s how we’ve put it to work so far.
New Times readers react to ‘Trump Derangement Syndrome’ bill
People mocked the idea of a state study of Trump’s critics: ‘Why don’t we study political cults instead?’
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Trump wants to deregulate weed. What that could mean for Arizona
As Donald Trump moves to reschedule weed as less dangerous, Arizona’s weed industry is taking a wait-and-see approach.
Arizona lawmaker wants state to study ‘Trump Derangement Syndrome’
What, your heart isn’t bursting with love for the commander in chief? Are you feeling OK?
Sen. Kelly lawyers up, prepares to fight Department of Defense probe
The Trump administration seems intent on making an example of Sen. Mark Kelly for telling troops to disobey unlawful orders.
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Kyrsten Sinema kisses up to Robert F. Kennedy Jr.: ‘MAHA is amazing’
Sinema gave RFK Jr. a tongue-bathing while promoting the psychedelic drug ibogaine.
Kelly probe revives Cold War persecution of ‘disloyal’ Americans
Perhaps it’s unsurprising that right-wing activist Laura Loomer has called for “making McCarthy great again.”
Trump lackey wants to court-martial Mark Kelly over social media video
You tell folks not to do illegal things and suddenly it’s a problem for some people.
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Trump reposts message calling for Sen. Mark Kelly to be hanged
Kelly and other lawmakers reminded service members that they can refuse unlawful orders. Apparently a bridge too far for Trump.
Phoenix homelessness is set to surge thanks to Trump, experts say
Due to Trump cuts, “the whole country is bracing for the biggest humanitarian crisis you’ve ever seen,” one expert says.
Trump administration to pay about half of November SNAP benefits amid shutdown
After two judges forced the administration to continue funding the essential food program, the USDA has formed a plan.
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Phoenix New Times kicks off end-of-year membership drive
We’re asking for your support. Help keep our newsroom strong and our coverage free for everyone in Phoenix to read.
With SNAP in limbo, low-income Arizonans worry about their next meal
Times were tough even when SNAP funds were flowing, “Sometimes it can only mean a cup of potatoes for a meal.”
What’s happening with SNAP? Everything you need to know
Two judges ordered the Trump administration to fund SNAP. But the fix won’t be immediate.
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Two judges order Trump to continue SNAP food benefits, despite shutdown
Both judges said withholding a $6 billion contingency fund violates federal law.
Biggs backs Trump wrecking the White House to build a garish ballroom
As he runs for governor, Andy Biggs isn’t passing up chances to suck up to Donald Trump.
The 15 best signs we saw at the Arizona Capitol ‘No Kings’ protest
A good sign catches the eye. A great one makes you laugh. These are our favorites from Saturday.
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Phoenix ‘No Kings’ protest: When, where, what to know
The weather is cooling down, and the mass protests are gearing back up.