Arizona governor candidate David Schweikert details plans | FOX 10 Phoenix
Arizona gubernatorial candidate David Schweikert outlines his visual priorities for the state, addressing critical voter concerns regarding the economy, inflation, and border safety. Pointing to public data and user polling results, Schweikert highlights how different platforms track local anxieties over rising housing costs and border security. He stresses that economic instability hurts the state's global standing, noting its low affordability ranking and recent employment drops. To curb illegal trafficking and border vulnerabilities, Schweikert advocates for enhanced internal law enforcement coordination and structural reforms. He points to security gaps on state highways from midnight to 5 a.m. caused by budget realignments, which have diverted funds away from law enforcement substations and vehicle repairs toward welfare services. Schweikert details a strategy requiring municipal police, county sheriffs, and the Department of Public Safety to share data and synchronize operations effectively. Addressing demographic trends and infrastructure, Schweikert explores solutions for declining populations under age 18 and a growing senior demographic, suggesting underutilized school buildings be repurposed for senior care. He supports Empowerment Scholarship Accounts (ESAs) as a vital mechanism for educational choice while calling for commercial data software to catch systemic fraud. Schweikert also covers state regulations on data centers, energy demands, and his primary campaign strategy heading into the upcoming election against opponent Andy Biggs, warning that Republican electability is crucial to prevent programmatic rollbacks by Governor Katie Hobbs.
Arizona gubernatorial candidate David Schweikert outlines his visual priorities for the state, addressing critical voter concerns regarding the economy, inflation, and border safety. Pointing to public data and user polling results, Schweikert highlights how different platforms track local anxieties over rising housing costs and border security. He stresses that economic instability hurts the state's global standing, noting its low affordability ranking and recent employment drops. To curb illegal trafficking and border vulnerabilities, Schweikert advocates for enhanced internal law enforcement coordination and structural reforms. He points to security gaps on state highways from midnight to 5 a.m. caused by budget realignments, which have diverted funds away from law enforcement substations and vehicle repairs toward welfare services. Schweikert details a strategy requiring municipal police, county sheriffs, and the Department of Public Safety to share data and synchronize operations effectively. Addressing demographic trends and infrastructure, Schweikert explores solutions for declining populations under age 18 and a growing senior demographic, suggesting underutilized school buildings be repurposed for senior care. He supports Empowerment Scholarship Accounts (ESAs) as a vital mechanism for educational choice while calling for commercial data software to catch systemic fraud. Schweikert also covers state regulations on data centers, energy demands, and his primary campaign strategy heading into the upcoming election against opponent Andy Biggs, warning that Republican electability is crucial to prevent programmatic rollbacks by Governor Katie Hobbs.
David Schweikert interview; latest on Iran war | FOX 10 Talks
Congressman David Schweikert returns to the FOX 10 studio for the third time to discuss his campaign for Arizona governor, the issues driving his candidacy, and his vision for the state.
Congressman David Schweikert returns to the FOX 10 studio for the third time to discuss his campaign for Arizona governor, the issues driving his candidacy, and his vision for the state.
Arizona man accused of attempted murder, kidnapping arrested at Legoland in California
A 46-year-old Arizona man accused of tying up his girlfriend with bed sheets and attacking her inside a trailer was arrested at Legoland in southern California.
A 46-year-old Arizona man accused of tying up his girlfriend with bed sheets and attacking her inside a trailer was arrested at Legoland in southern California.
Man accused of assaulting girlfriend caught in CA
A man accused of trying to strangle his girlfriend in a trailer in Paulden in 2025 has been arrested at a California amusement park.
A man accused of trying to strangle his girlfriend in a trailer in Paulden in 2025 has been arrested at a California amusement park.
Man dead after Peoria shooting & stabbing
One person is dead after he was stabbed and shot early on June 1 in Peoria, and investigators believe the suspect and the victim may have known each other.
One person is dead after he was stabbed and shot early on June 1 in Peoria, and investigators believe the suspect and the victim may have known each other.
Experts rank the best used cars for teen drivers in 2026
A new study is providing parents with affordable and safe ways to assist their teen drivers in getting out on the road.
A new study is providing parents with affordable and safe ways to assist their teen drivers in getting out on the road.
Trump administration ban on transgender troops illegal, appeals court rules
An appellate court ruled the Trump administration violated the constitutional rights of transgender members of the U.S. military by barring them from serving.
An appellate court ruled the Trump administration violated the constitutional rights of transgender members of the U.S. military by barring them from serving.
Trump backs HHS plan to reduce recommended childhood vaccines
President Donald Trump recently signed an executive order for federal agencies to coordinate their guidance with a Department of Health and Human Services study, which recommends vaccinating all children against multiple diseases.
President Donald Trump recently signed an executive order for federal agencies to coordinate their guidance with a Department of Health and Human Services study, which recommends vaccinating all children against multiple diseases.
Nancy Guthrie likely targeted by local worker who assumed family was wealthy, says veteran investigator
A leading forensic scientist who spent decades with one of the country's largest medical examiner's offices shared what she believes may have happened to Nancy Guthrie.
A leading forensic scientist who spent decades with one of the country's largest medical examiner's offices shared what she believes may have happened to Nancy Guthrie.
Emu causes traffic back-up, hours-long pursuit on Maryland highway
An escaped emu led Maryland state troopers on a three-hour chase, dodged multiple capture attempts, survived being struck by a vehicle and kept running.
An escaped emu led Maryland state troopers on a three-hour chase, dodged multiple capture attempts, survived being struck by a vehicle and kept running.
Shooting and stabbing in Peoria; AZ assault suspect arrested at California theme park l Morning News Brief
From a shooting and stabbing in the West Valley that sent one person to the hospital to the arrest of an Arizona man accused of a violent attack, here's a look at your top headlines for the morning of June 1.
From a shooting and stabbing in the West Valley that sent one person to the hospital to the arrest of an Arizona man accused of a violent attack, here's a look at your top headlines for the morning of June 1.
FBI hunts most wanted neighbor next door who allegedly faked cancer, scammed loved ones for luxury getaways
A Pennsylvania woman accused of faking terminal brain cancer to scam friends, family members and supporters out of thousands of dollars is among the FBI's most wanted fugitives after authorities said she used the donations to fund luxury travel and vacations in Australia instead of medical treatment.
A Pennsylvania woman accused of faking terminal brain cancer to scam friends, family members and supporters out of thousands of dollars is among the FBI's most wanted fugitives after authorities said she used the donations to fund luxury travel and vacations in Australia instead of medical treatment.
Arizona opioid abuse toolkit providing support to hospitality, construction industries
Valley Leadership has introduced an opioid use disorder business toolkit to help employers provide support to employees suffering from substance abuse.
Valley Leadership has introduced an opioid use disorder business toolkit to help employers provide support to employees suffering from substance abuse.
The rise of metal music: How heavy metal got its name (and reputation)
Decades after its rise, heavy metal has found its place in mainstream music, but it didn’t come without a fight.
Decades after its rise, heavy metal has found its place in mainstream music, but it didn’t come without a fight.
Luxurious, north Scottsdale sanctuary l Cool House
In this week's Cool House, FOX 10's Syleste Rodriguez take you to a north Scottsdale estate that resembles a private resort.
In this week's Cool House, FOX 10's Syleste Rodriguez take you to a north Scottsdale estate that resembles a private resort.
New study reveals which states have the best economies
This state topped the list as the strongest state economy, fueled by innovation, STEM talent and a thriving tech sector, according to new data.
This state topped the list as the strongest state economy, fueled by innovation, STEM talent and a thriving tech sector, according to new data.
Violent dispute in Peoria leaves two dead, including suspect
The Peoria Police Department is looking into what led to a man being stabbed and shot to death before the suspect took his own life early Monday morning.
The Peoria Police Department is looking into what led to a man being stabbed and shot to death before the suspect took his own life early Monday morning.
Kentucky social media settlement: Meta reportedly paying $27M to settle addiction case
Meta platforms are reportedly paying $27 million to settle a social media addiction case in Kentucky, Reuters reported.
Meta platforms are reportedly paying $27 million to settle a social media addiction case in Kentucky, Reuters reported.
Raymond Berry, NFL Hall of Fame receiver, dies at 93
Raymond Berry was a two-time NFL champion with the Baltimore Colts amassing over 600 receptions and 9,000 yards in his Hall of Fame career.
Raymond Berry was a two-time NFL champion with the Baltimore Colts amassing over 600 receptions and 9,000 yards in his Hall of Fame career.
Arizona weather forecast: June brings consistent triple-digit temps to Phoenix
June has arrived, and so has the heat! The forecast highs consistently hit triple digits this week, following a cooler than normal end to May.
June has arrived, and so has the heat! The forecast highs consistently hit triple digits this week, following a cooler than normal end to May.