Politics

ASU Police Chief retires following period of administrative leave and sanctions from Iran

ASU Police Chief Michael Thompson is retiring after being placed on administrative leave for behavior during campus pro-Palestine protests.

By Natalia Jarrett | August 9, 2024

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Iran imposes sanctions on ASU Police Department Chief

Michael Thompson, ASU Chief of Police, is now subject to sanctions by the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran for actions during the pro-Palestine encampment. 

By George Headley | July 12, 2024

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Devils' Advocates turns to student employment amid new club registration requirements

Devils' Advocates transitions to a unit under admission services after a revision to the student organization registration.

By George Headley | July 10, 2024

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Protesters arrested at ASU encampment arrive for arraignment, ASU PD fails to submit charges

The 71 protesters who were arrested at the pro-Palestine encampment will have to wait up to a year to see if their case resumes after ASU PD failed to turn over information on Tuesday.

By Natalia Jarrett and George Headley | May 15, 2024

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ASU Police Department chief placed on leave due to actions during pro-Palestine encampment

ASU Police Chief Michael Thompson has been placed on paid administrative leave as the University reviews complaints made after his actions at the pro-Palestine Alumni Lawn encampment.

By Sophia Ramirez | May 10, 2024

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Arrested students seek preliminary injunction after suspension, speak on arrest treatment

Students who were arrested during ASU's pro-Palestine encampment describe their experience in custody, as well a lawsuit filed against the Arizona Board of Regents for infringement of free speech.

By Natalia Jarrett | May 8, 2024

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ASU postdoctoral researcher resigned prior to incident in viral video

ASU postdoctoral researcher Jonathan Yudelman resigned from his position at ASU before appearing to intimidate two people at a pro-Israel rally on May 5. The University has referred any criminal investigations to the Tempe Police Department.

By George Headley | May 8, 2024

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Pro-Israel organizations host rally to show stance, unify Jewish community

ASU Jewish student organizations held a protest on Sunday near the Fulton Center to show their support for Israel.

By Emma Bradford | May 6, 2024

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'ASU Liberated Zone' hosts press conference, condemns treatment of student protesters

On Thursday morning, protesters and organizers gathered to address concerns over the treatment of student activists on the ASU Tempe campus, following the arrests at last week's encampment.

By River Graziano | May 2, 2024

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Gov. Katie Hobbs signs repeal of 1864 abortion ban: What this means for students, community

Increased abortion access could be available in Arizona in the near future. Here's what to know.

By Abigail Beck | May 2, 2024

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ASU confirms 69 people arrested outside of Old Main in response to encampment early Saturday morning

ASU confirms 69 arrests outside of Old Main early Saturday 16 hours after an encampment in support of Palestine was established.

By Sophia Ramirez | April 27, 2024

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Pro-Palestine protestors set up tents outside of Old Main, three arrests made

Protestors set up an encampment outside of Old Main, demanding a ceasefire in Gaza and for ASU to divest from Israel. The area remains set up after three arrests were made in the morning.

By River Graziano , Shane Brennan and Alysa Horton | April 26, 2024

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Kari Lake speaks about abortion, protests with College Republicans on Tempe campus

During a Thursday event hosted by College Republicans at ASU, Republican Senate candidate Kari Lake spoke to community members about abortion and recent pro-Palestine protests on college campuses.

By Natalia Jarrett | April 26, 2024

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Arizona House passes bill to repeal 1864 abortion ban, which will now go to Senate

The Arizona House of Representatives voted on a bill to repeal the 1864 abortion ban, moving the bill to the state Senate. 

By Sophia Ramirez | April 24, 2024

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Planned Parenthood ASU, YDSA help gather signatures for AZ abortion ballot initiative

Several ASU clubs are playing a part in collecting signatures for the Arizona for Abortion Access Act, which has exceeded the minimum number needed to appear on the ballot this November.

By Natalia Jarrett | April 23, 2024

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State Press Play: Times are Changing

Join hosts Tyler Abrams and Abby Bessinger for the last State Press Play of the semester. Tune in to hear about the changing times as an abortion ban from 1864 resurfaces, Devilpalooza moves to a different venue and the Coyotes announce their move to Utah. New episodes will begin again in Fall 2024!

By Tyler Abrams and Abby Bessinger | April 21, 2024

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BREAKING: Coyotes make move to Utah official

The Coyotes made it official- they are moving to Salt Lake City. The franchise will not reactivate if they do not have a "state-of-the-art" arena in five years.

By Shane Brennan | April 18, 2024

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Protestors meet at Capitol while House Republicans block vote to repeal abortion ban

As House Republicans blocked a vote to repeal the 1864 abortion ban, protestors gathered outside of the state Capitol to express their anger with the newly reinstated law. 

By Jack Barron , Alysa Horton and Sophia Braccio | April 17, 2024

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Hobbs signs student activity bill into law despite pushback from ASU clubs

Gov. Hobbs signed HB 2178 into law last week, which will fundamentally change the way funding is allocated for student organizations at ASU.

By Mia Osmonbekov | April 17, 2024

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Sun Devil activists sound off on Gen-Z voters and the 2024 election

These four Sun Devil activists are taking civic engagement to the next level, going beyond voting and working within the system to create substantial 'change,' a battle cry of the Gen-Z voting block.

By Sita Sudhakar | April 16, 2024

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