Politics

USGW to release new website aimed at informing constituents

USGW's new website is supposed to make information about student government and its initiatives more accessible to students.

By Kiara Quaranta | January 30, 2019

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ASU clubs and Maricopa County Democratic Party help asylum seekers through donation drives

ASU student organizations are working to collect and distribute supplies to migrant families.

By Wissam Melhem | January 30, 2019

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Arizona minimum wage climbs to 11 dollars per hour in 2019

The state's minimum wage is one year closer to being $12 per hour by 2020, due to a proposition that Arizona voters passed in 2016. 

By Michelle Zhao | January 24, 2019

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Arizona commission focuses on increasing access to financial aid

The commission works to provide financial aid to students and promote success in higher education.

By Kiara Quaranta | January 23, 2019

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Forks Estate: The impact of ASU’s legal battle over property tax

Breaking down the Arizona attorney general’s lawsuit against ASU and what students should know.

By Alfred Varela and Michelle Zhao | January 22, 2019

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USGT swears in three new executives

Two of the new officers are filling vacancies left at the end of fall semester. 

By Kiara Quaranta | January 22, 2019

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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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