Staff Reports
In a surprising turn of events, Arizona’s Democratic governor, Katie Hobbs, mysteriously disappeared from the state just as President Joe Biden arrived for his visit. Acting Governor Kimberly Yee, a smart Republican who knows how to play by the rules, revealed that Hobbs wouldn’t be fulfilling her gubernatorial duties until mid-morning on Thursday. Talk about perfect timing!
Now, the question on everyone’s mind is: Where did Hobbs go? Our friends over at Twitchy noticed that there’s very little information about her whereabouts since Sunday. Could it be that Hobbs is so terrified of being associated with President Biden that she decided to flee the state? It sure seems like a possibility.
But wait, it gets juicier! Acting Governor Yee made a bold move by refusing to name directors for the 13 agencies that have vacancies. She even went a step further by refusing to call the Arizona Legislature into session to confirm these appointments. Bravo, Yee! This will surely cause a major headache for Hobbs when she returns. It’s about time someone stands up for the rule of law!
According to reports from the Arizona Capitol Times, Hobbs has been using “procedural maneuvers” to bypass the law and appoint her own people. State Treasurer Yee, a former state senator herself, called out Hobbs for this blatant disregard of the law. Yee rightly pointed out that if these unconfirmed individuals are allowed to make executive decisions, it’s like having rogue actors running the show without any accountability. We can’t let that happen!
The Arizona Treasurer didn’t stop there. Yee also flexed her power by not allowing Hobbs’ appointees to the State Board of Investment to participate in a recent meeting. She argued that Hobbs’ appointment of “executive deputy directors,” a term that doesn’t even exist in state law, is outright illegal. Yee is determined to uphold the integrity of the investment board and ensure that only qualified, confirmed individuals are making important decisions.
Senator John McCain’s heroism and service transcended political parties and reflected the values of Arizona and the nation. It is an honor to memorialize his life by announcing the establishment of the McCain Library.
— Governor Katie Hobbs (@GovernorHobbs) September 28, 2023
In an amusing twist, Hobbs’ own press aide responded to Yee’s actions by accusing her of playing political games. Seriously? It’s clear that Hobbs is the real culprit here, trying to pull off shady maneuvers behind closed doors. But I have to hand it to Yee for not backing down. She knows that government should work on behalf of Arizonans, not on the whims of a power-hungry governor.
The situation is far from over. With Yee taking a strong stand and challenging Hobbs’ questionable actions, we can only hope that the rule of law prevails. Arizona deserves leaders who prioritize transparency and accountability, not those who operate in the shadows and manipulate the system.
As we wait for more updates on this unfolding story, one thing is certain: Katie Hobbs may have disappeared physically, but her actions are speaking volumes about her true character. Let’s hope that the people of Arizona remember this when they head to the polls in the next gubernatorial election.
