Politics

What you need to know about Tempe's USG executive candidates for '24-25

ASU's Tempe Undergraduate Student Government, which oversees the largest USG budget of all campuses, has four executive tickets running for the 2024-25 academic year.

By Natalia Jarrett | March 20, 2024

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Meet the unopposed ticket for USG Polytechnic 2024-25 executive office

Undergraduate Student Government elections are underway and the Polytechnic Campus, known for its STEM majors, has an executive ticket running unopposed for the second year in a row.

By Emma Bradford | March 19, 2024

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David Axelrod series hosts Chris Christie, discusses 2024 election

Chris Christie attended an ASU "Democracy at Work: A series with David Axelrod" event, where he spoke on the state of American politics and the 2024 presidential election.

By Damian Goacher | March 19, 2024

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Gov. Hobbs vetoes bipartisan housing bill, could affect students

Gov. Hobbs vetoed HB 2570 on Monday, which would have allowed developers to build more affordable housing options for Arizonans.

By Mia Osmonbekov | March 19, 2024

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Update: ASU responds to Goldwater Institute DEI training lawsuit

ABOR and ASU faces lawsuit against Goldwater Institute over mandatory diversity training for University professors.

By Shane Brennan and Alysa Horton | March 19, 2024

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Jevin Hodge resigns from Arizona House of Representatives

Hodge's resignation comes a day after an article released by The Arizona Republic said that during his time at George Washington University, he was found in violation of sexual violence and sexual misconduct policies.

By Alysa Horton | March 19, 2024

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Arizona Rep. Jevin Hodge drops out of USGD 'Dinner with your Representatives' event

Arizona Rep. Jevin Hodge pulled out of the USGD "Dinner with your Representatives" event following an article from The Arizona Republic exposing sexual misconduct allegations from his time at George Washington University.

By Alysa Horton | March 18, 2024

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Update: Proposed development on 'Student Book Center' in Tempe approved by City Council

The new mixed-use building will have limited parking and over 200 dwelling units on top of the old 'Student Book Center' and 'Campus Corner' property that has been closed for almost a decade.

By Shane Brennan | March 14, 2024

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UA finance committee recommends slashing athletics, Arnold confirmed interim CFO

Amid the University of Arizona's financial crisis, a finance committee recommended cuts to athletics funding, including reducing scholarships, freezing coaches’ salaries and laying off senior-level administration.

By Mia Osmonbekov | March 14, 2024

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Gov. Hobbs speaks at UA Water Resource Conference about optimism & partnerships

Gov. Hobbs gave keynote speech at UA conference, discussing the optimistic future for water in the region

By Sophia Ramirez | March 13, 2024

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What Tempe residents need to know about the City Council and General Plan election

Tempe Election Day is when voters can approve or deny the Tempe General Plan 2050, elect three City Council candidates and vote for the mayor.

By Sita Sudhakar | March 11, 2024

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DuVal steps down as ABOR chair, Arnold steps away to focus on UA

Fred DuVol steps down as ABOR chair amid UA financial crisis. 

By Mia Osmonbekov | February 29, 2024

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Arizona Sen. John Kavanagh joins ASU GOP for club meeting to answer questions

Arizona State Sen. John Kavanagh joined ASU College Republicans for an event and club meeting where he discussed his career and work in the hotly contested state Legislature.

By Emma Bradford | February 29, 2024

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USG senators attempt to reform election code weeks into election process

USG in a Tempe senate meeting voted to pass a revision to the ASASU election code but was unable to proceed with the passage due to the need for approval from all bodies of student government. 

By George Headley | February 28, 2024

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GPSA president vetoes BDS bill that called for boycotts of several businesses

The GPSA president vetoed a bill that called for a boycott against many national companies a week after GPSA passed both a bill and resolution for BDS reform.

By Alysa Horton | February 28, 2024

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Muslim Student Association at ASU sends letter of criticism to President Crow

The Muslim Student Association at Arizona State University sent a letter to President Crow calling for more support from the University for Muslim students on campus. 

By Natalia Jarrett | February 26, 2024

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MECHA de ASU suspended for recent Instagram post

MECHA de ASU, a student political organization, is suspended for an Instagram post promoting violence against multiple groups.

By Shane Brennan | February 26, 2024

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Crow gives State of ASU presentation, UA provides updates to ABOR

An Arizona Board of Regents meeting Thursday approved University of Arizona sports contracts and ASU's medical school, they also extended FAFSA deadline for Arizona Promise Program.

By Mia Osmonbekov | February 22, 2024

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Campus workers protest at ABOR meeting against controversial state bills

The United Campus Workers of Arizona protested at ABOR's Feb. 22 board meeting in the MU against a pair of house bills that could change university operations.

By Jack Barron | February 22, 2024

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Star of David etched into grass area outside Civic Space Park

The grass outside the ASU Downtown Student Center @ the Post Office was vandalized in the shape of the Star of David and currently unknown markings on Wednesday.

By Alysa Horton and Walker Smith | February 22, 2024

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