Politics

The 2019 Phoenix Women's March: Defined by inclusivity, led by diversity

The third annual Phoenix Women's March drew thousands of demonstrators to the Arizona Capitol and promoted inclusivity.

By Wissam Melhem and Katie Fusillo | January 20, 2019

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Protesters demand justice for 14-year-old boy killed by Tempe police officer

The crowd protested the shooting of a 14-year-old boy by Tempe police.

By Wissam Melhem | January 18, 2019

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Associated Students of ASU Supreme Court rules against former USGT VP of Policy

After a trial earlier this week, the court upheld USGT's impeachment of John Gimenez.

By Kiara Quaranta | January 17, 2019

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Arizona lawmakers begin drafting bill to lower tuition for DACA students

The bill would create a reduced tuition rate that would not conflict with existing state law.

By Katie Fusillo | January 17, 2019

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ABOR's revised rules for university developments fall short for Arizona Attorney General

ABOR revised their policy regarding university real estate deals in December.

By Michelle Zhao | January 16, 2019

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Phoenix Women's March 2019 draws support from ASU student organizations

Multiple ASU organizations plan to attend the 2019 Phoenix Women's March.

By Melissa Robbins | January 14, 2019

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Associated Students of ASU Supreme Court hears lawsuit from a former USGT Vice President

ASASU Supreme Court has three days to issue a final decision on the trial. 

By Bryan Pietsch | January 14, 2019

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ABOR responds to Attorney General lawsuit over real estate projects

ABOR Chair Ron Shoopman said the lawsuit "wastes precious taxpayer dollars."

By Vandana Ravikumar | January 11, 2019

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Martha McSally appointed to Senate

The Congresswoman will serve alongside her 2018 midterm rival Kyrsten Sinema. 

By Isaac Windes | December 18, 2018

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Sen. Jon Kyl to step down at the end of the month

The resignation makes way for another appointment by Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey.

By Isaac Windes | December 14, 2018

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China-backed language institute remains at ASU amid national closures

As Confucius institutes continue to shutter around the nation, ASU's remains open. 

By Isaac Windes | December 6, 2018

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USG leaders reflect on turbulent semester, goals going forward

Throughout this semester, USG battled through lawsuits and drama.

By Mackenzie Shuman | November 29, 2018

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The ASU Angle: end of the semester

A recap covering political events happening nationally, locally and on campus.  

By Chris Scragg | November 29, 2018

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ASU seeks to offer 23 new academic programs in 2019

ABOR will decide whether ASU can create 23 new degree programs for the 2019-2020 catalog year.

By Michelle Zhao | November 29, 2018

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Ed Pastor, former Arizona congressman and ASU donor, dead at 75

President Crow and others reminisced on the life and impact of Ed Pastor. 

By Michelle Zhao | November 28, 2018

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Education secretary proposes broad changes for sexual misconduct policy

ASU states they will comply with the changes once they're finalized.

By Wissam Melhem | November 27, 2018

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New superintendent elect says she will advocate for public universities

Kathy Hoffman said she will work closely with ABOR during her term.

By Michelle Zhao | November 20, 2018

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ASU faculty weigh in on the legal battle between CNN and the White House

CNN filed a lawsuit claiming Acosta's First and Fifth Amendment rights were violated.

By Mackenzie Shuman | November 19, 2018

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Former USGT Vice President of Policy files complaint over impeachment

Gimenez claims the trial was unconstitutional and calls to be reinstated.

By Kiara Quaranta | November 19, 2018

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Belated 'blue wave' alters preliminary midterm results

Electoral results shifted dramatically in the days following the election.

By Isaac Windes | November 19, 2018

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