Brahm Resnik
@brahmresnik.bsky.social
25 years covering Arizona. It's been a time.
Reporting on politics government & democracy at KPNX/12News (NBC) PHX. Host, 'Sunday Square Off,' 8am Sundays.
X: @brahmresnik
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Northwestern U.
McGill U.
Reporting on politics government & democracy at KPNX/12News (NBC) PHX. Host, 'Sunday Square Off,' 8am Sundays.
X: @brahmresnik
Tips: bresnik@12news.com or Signal
Northwestern U.
McGill U.
Arizona voters could rein in school vouchers at the ballot box in November, per @12News' Craig Harrris. www.12news.com/article/news...
Arizona voters may decide on major overhaul to the loosely regulated school voucher program
The state's teachers' union and Save Our Schools Arizona have filed ballot measure paperwork that could let voters put guardrails on Empowerment Scholarships.
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February 7, 2026 at 12:57 AM
Arizona voters could rein in school vouchers at the ballot box in November, per @12News' Craig Harrris. www.12news.com/article/news...
WATCH Protesters expected to pack Surprise AZ City Council meeting Tuesday night after news of ICE buying warehouse to detain 1,500 people. Meeting starts 6pm AZ/8pm ET. surprisetv.surpriseaz.gov/live
Surprise TV
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February 4, 2026 at 12:03 AM
WATCH Protesters expected to pack Surprise AZ City Council meeting Tuesday night after news of ICE buying warehouse to detain 1,500 people. Meeting starts 6pm AZ/8pm ET. surprisetv.surpriseaz.gov/live
JUST IN Per @nbcnews.com: Federal judge in DC appears likely to rule in favor of Sen. Mark Kelly in Kelly’s lawsuit vs Trump Admin over a censure & retirement grade determination proceedings brought after Kelly video reminded military members not to follow illegal orders. (1/2)
February 3, 2026 at 11:28 PM
JUST IN Per @nbcnews.com: Federal judge in DC appears likely to rule in favor of Sen. Mark Kelly in Kelly’s lawsuit vs Trump Admin over a censure & retirement grade determination proceedings brought after Kelly video reminded military members not to follow illegal orders. (1/2)
'Love of a native, skepticism of a journalist': Jon Talton, former AZ Republic columnist & mystery author, dies at 69. I worked with Jon at the Republic. He was a friend & an encouraging voice in my ear. I'll miss him. Phoenix will miss him.
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Jon Talton, former Republic columnist and mystery author, dies at 69
Jon Talton grew up in Phoenix and treasured it. But he brought a business journalist's eye to the city's development in his Republic columns in the early 2000s.
www.azcentral.com
January 29, 2026 at 9:12 PM
'Love of a native, skepticism of a journalist': Jon Talton, former AZ Republic columnist & mystery author, dies at 69. I worked with Jon at the Republic. He was a friend & an encouraging voice in my ear. I'll miss him. Phoenix will miss him.
www.azcentral.com/story/news/a...
www.azcentral.com/story/news/a...
NEW ICE pays $70 million for Phoenix-area warehouse the size of seven football fields for detentions, per 12News. www.12news.com/article/news...
ICE purchases warehouse in West Valley the size of seven football fields
ICE has bought a vast building in Surprise, sparking fears of intensified immigration enforcement. Local officials are unaware of the plans, fueling concern.
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January 29, 2026 at 7:20 PM
NEW ICE pays $70 million for Phoenix-area warehouse the size of seven football fields for detentions, per 12News. www.12news.com/article/news...
NOW Arizona AG Kris Mayes' responds: "The idea that I would want the life of any member of law enforcement put in danger is wrong, it is offensive and it is an outright lie."
www.youtube.com/watch?v=9qcr...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=9qcr...
AG Mayes Statement on ICE and Recent Events in Minnesota
YouTube video by Arizona Attorney General's Office
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January 25, 2026 at 11:40 PM
NOW Arizona AG Kris Mayes' responds: "The idea that I would want the life of any member of law enforcement put in danger is wrong, it is offensive and it is an outright lie."
www.youtube.com/watch?v=9qcr...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=9qcr...
#SundaySquareOff
▶️Secretary of State Adrian Fontes on "Voters First Act," suit over AZ Independent Party
▶️Gov. Hobbs, other Western govs head to DC for last-ditch water talks.
▶️Did Mayes go too far, will Gov veto Kirk Hwy, impasse over tax breaks w D Matt Grodsky, R Trey Terry
📺8am 12News
▶️Secretary of State Adrian Fontes on "Voters First Act," suit over AZ Independent Party
▶️Gov. Hobbs, other Western govs head to DC for last-ditch water talks.
▶️Did Mayes go too far, will Gov veto Kirk Hwy, impasse over tax breaks w D Matt Grodsky, R Trey Terry
📺8am 12News
January 25, 2026 at 5:44 AM
#SundaySquareOff
▶️Secretary of State Adrian Fontes on "Voters First Act," suit over AZ Independent Party
▶️Gov. Hobbs, other Western govs head to DC for last-ditch water talks.
▶️Did Mayes go too far, will Gov veto Kirk Hwy, impasse over tax breaks w D Matt Grodsky, R Trey Terry
📺8am 12News
▶️Secretary of State Adrian Fontes on "Voters First Act," suit over AZ Independent Party
▶️Gov. Hobbs, other Western govs head to DC for last-ditch water talks.
▶️Did Mayes go too far, will Gov veto Kirk Hwy, impasse over tax breaks w D Matt Grodsky, R Trey Terry
📺8am 12News
PHX PD issues statement re ICE presence: "With heightened concerns about the presence of outside agencies... we want to share what our community should expect from Phoenix PD officers." www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/pol...
Statement from Phoenix PD on Concerns Over Federal Agency Presence
With heightened concerns about the presence of outside agencies, including federal law enforcement such as Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) or the…
www.phoenix.gov
January 23, 2026 at 6:09 PM
PHX PD issues statement re ICE presence: "With heightened concerns about the presence of outside agencies... we want to share what our community should expect from Phoenix PD officers." www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/pol...
NEW @azagmayes.bsky.social responds to what her office views as ICE buildup:
-Prepping to prosecute state crimes
-Creates portal for observers to provide info, video
-Warns of 'Stand Your Ground' threat. Full interview:
www.12news.com/video/news/l...
-Prepping to prosecute state crimes
-Creates portal for observers to provide info, video
-Warns of 'Stand Your Ground' threat. Full interview:
www.12news.com/video/news/l...
12News Exclusive: AZ AG Kris Mayes one-on-one with Brahm Resnik
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes spoke with 12News Brahm Resnik to discuss ICE enforcement.
www.12news.com
January 21, 2026 at 4:04 PM
NEW @azagmayes.bsky.social responds to what her office views as ICE buildup:
-Prepping to prosecute state crimes
-Creates portal for observers to provide info, video
-Warns of 'Stand Your Ground' threat. Full interview:
www.12news.com/video/news/l...
-Prepping to prosecute state crimes
-Creates portal for observers to provide info, video
-Warns of 'Stand Your Ground' threat. Full interview:
www.12news.com/video/news/l...
'Sunday Square Off':
🔽@senanaliseortiz.bsky.social on what ICE is doing to her district & whether she'll face charges for social media alert.
▶️Remembering former AG Mark Brnovich
▶️'Homewrecker' suit vs Kyrsten Sinema revives legal questions w Stacy Pearson & Barrett Marson.
📺8am Sunday 12News
🔽@senanaliseortiz.bsky.social on what ICE is doing to her district & whether she'll face charges for social media alert.
▶️Remembering former AG Mark Brnovich
▶️'Homewrecker' suit vs Kyrsten Sinema revives legal questions w Stacy Pearson & Barrett Marson.
📺8am Sunday 12News
January 18, 2026 at 3:06 AM
'Sunday Square Off':
🔽@senanaliseortiz.bsky.social on what ICE is doing to her district & whether she'll face charges for social media alert.
▶️Remembering former AG Mark Brnovich
▶️'Homewrecker' suit vs Kyrsten Sinema revives legal questions w Stacy Pearson & Barrett Marson.
📺8am Sunday 12News
🔽@senanaliseortiz.bsky.social on what ICE is doing to her district & whether she'll face charges for social media alert.
▶️Remembering former AG Mark Brnovich
▶️'Homewrecker' suit vs Kyrsten Sinema revives legal questions w Stacy Pearson & Barrett Marson.
📺8am Sunday 12News
Kyrsten Sinema heckled at Utah event by men who "had affair" with her, per Salt Lake Tribune. www.youtube.com/watch?v=BLcC...
Hecklers in Utah interrupt former Sen. Kyrsten Sinema on allegation of affair with security staffer
YouTube video by The Salt Lake Tribune
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January 17, 2026 at 7:06 PM
Kyrsten Sinema heckled at Utah event by men who "had affair" with her, per Salt Lake Tribune. www.youtube.com/watch?v=BLcC...
NOW Arizona GOP lawmakers at newser to show support for ICE are shouted down by protesters. It's Opening Day for state Legislature.
January 12, 2026 at 3:48 PM
NOW Arizona GOP lawmakers at newser to show support for ICE are shouted down by protesters. It's Opening Day for state Legislature.
Why does Trump DOJ wants Arizona's voter rolls? @yvonnewingett.bsky.social explains, plus lookahead to Trump impact on '26 vote. www.youtube.com/watch?v=TgxN...
Why does Trump DOJ want Arizona voter rolls?
YouTube video by 12 News
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January 12, 2026 at 2:29 PM
Why does Trump DOJ wants Arizona's voter rolls? @yvonnewingett.bsky.social explains, plus lookahead to Trump impact on '26 vote. www.youtube.com/watch?v=TgxN...
Kickoff luncheon Friday for AZ legislative session was attended by 100s at PHX Convention Center - Gov, GOP leaders, lawmakers, CEOs. Under AZ law, firearms are banned in building. Signs on many doors. I spotted GOP Sen. Janae Shamp inside luncheon w holstered pink pistol.
January 12, 2026 at 4:38 AM
Kickoff luncheon Friday for AZ legislative session was attended by 100s at PHX Convention Center - Gov, GOP leaders, lawmakers, CEOs. Under AZ law, firearms are banned in building. Signs on many doors. I spotted GOP Sen. Janae Shamp inside luncheon w holstered pink pistol.
What's on "Sunday Square Off":
🔽Gov. Katie Hobbs on ICE in AZ, plus State of the State preview:
-Plans for Trump tax cuts; ESA funding; Prop123; data centers & short-term rentals.
▶️The Atlantic's Yvonne Wingett Sanchez on DOJ suit vs Fontes & Trump impact on '26 elex.
📺8am Sun 12News
🔽Gov. Katie Hobbs on ICE in AZ, plus State of the State preview:
-Plans for Trump tax cuts; ESA funding; Prop123; data centers & short-term rentals.
▶️The Atlantic's Yvonne Wingett Sanchez on DOJ suit vs Fontes & Trump impact on '26 elex.
📺8am Sun 12News
January 11, 2026 at 4:03 AM
What's on "Sunday Square Off":
🔽Gov. Katie Hobbs on ICE in AZ, plus State of the State preview:
-Plans for Trump tax cuts; ESA funding; Prop123; data centers & short-term rentals.
▶️The Atlantic's Yvonne Wingett Sanchez on DOJ suit vs Fontes & Trump impact on '26 elex.
📺8am Sun 12News
🔽Gov. Katie Hobbs on ICE in AZ, plus State of the State preview:
-Plans for Trump tax cuts; ESA funding; Prop123; data centers & short-term rentals.
▶️The Atlantic's Yvonne Wingett Sanchez on DOJ suit vs Fontes & Trump impact on '26 elex.
📺8am Sun 12News
“It's never been done - ever": Why Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's review of Senator Mark Kelly's rank is unprecedented and possibly illegal. www.12news.com/article/news...
'Never been done': Defense secretary's unprecedented move to demote Sen. Kelly raises legal questions
Hegseth's censure starts review that could cut the retired Navy captain's pension benefits and lower his rank. Military law expert says Hegseth's authority 'unclear'
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January 7, 2026 at 3:37 AM
“It's never been done - ever": Why Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's review of Senator Mark Kelly's rank is unprecedented and possibly illegal. www.12news.com/article/news...
US Department of Justice sues Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes to obtain state's voter rolls.
DOJ claims "sweeping power to obtain these records."
Fontes: “They’re going to have to put me in jail if they want this information.” www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
DOJ claims "sweeping power to obtain these records."
Fontes: “They’re going to have to put me in jail if they want this information.” www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
'Put me in jail': Arizona sec. of state pledges defiance as DOJ sues more states over voter rolls
Read more here.
www.democracydocket.com
January 6, 2026 at 11:42 PM
US Department of Justice sues Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes to obtain state's voter rolls.
DOJ claims "sweeping power to obtain these records."
Fontes: “They’re going to have to put me in jail if they want this information.” www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
DOJ claims "sweeping power to obtain these records."
Fontes: “They’re going to have to put me in jail if they want this information.” www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
JUST IN Arizona Supreme Court building evacuated after suspicious package sent to mailroom. Package tested positive for homemade explosives, per court email to judges & staff. ATF now investigating.
January 5, 2026 at 8:18 PM
JUST IN Arizona Supreme Court building evacuated after suspicious package sent to mailroom. Package tested positive for homemade explosives, per court email to judges & staff. ATF now investigating.
ICE's next stop is Phoenix, per @thebulwark.com report. www.thebulwark.com/p/scoop-ice-...
Scoop: ICE Plans to Descend on Phoenix
Following L.A., Chicago, and Charlotte, DHS now intends to scale up arrests—and its network of detention facilities—in Maricopa County.
www.thebulwark.com
January 2, 2026 at 4:53 PM
ICE's next stop is Phoenix, per @thebulwark.com report. www.thebulwark.com/p/scoop-ice-...
From Arizona's copper country: A Top Source of Lead Pollution Faced Tighter Rules. Then Trump Intervened. www.nytimes.com/2025/12/26/c...
A Top Source of Lead Pollution Faced Tighter Rules. Then Trump Intervened.
www.nytimes.com
December 26, 2025 at 10:25 PM
From Arizona's copper country: A Top Source of Lead Pollution Faced Tighter Rules. Then Trump Intervened. www.nytimes.com/2025/12/26/c...
JUST IN 'Litigation has been a success': Maricopa County asks judge to remove it from Arpaio-era racial-profiling case that has cost tens of millions of dollars. www.12news.com/article/news...
Maricopa County seeks removal from costly federal oversight in Melendres racial profiling case
Court filing declares 'litigation has been a success.' County Board chairman has targeted federal judge's 12-year-old order.
www.12news.com
December 18, 2025 at 6:28 PM
JUST IN 'Litigation has been a success': Maricopa County asks judge to remove it from Arpaio-era racial-profiling case that has cost tens of millions of dollars. www.12news.com/article/news...
Early contender for top story of 2026: Water in the West.
www.politico.com/news/2025/12...
www.politico.com/news/2025/12...
The brawl over the Colorado River is about more than water
The lifeblood of the West is drying up — and scrambling state and local politics.
www.politico.com
December 17, 2025 at 1:56 AM
Early contender for top story of 2026: Water in the West.
www.politico.com/news/2025/12...
www.politico.com/news/2025/12...