Arizona governor vetoes bill requiring local officials to help with federal immigration efforts

Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs has vetoed a Republican-backed bill intended to support the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown. PHOENIX (AP) — Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs on Friday vetoed a Republican-backed bill intended to support the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown by requiring local and state officials in Arizona to cooperate with federal enforcement efforts.Under the proposal, local…

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Michigan’s unemployment rate continues to increase, exceeding national average

Michigan’s unemployment rate rose to 5.5% in March, according to state data, up from 5.4% in February. The jobless rate in March 2024 was 4.2%. Michigan’s unemployment rate has risen for three consecutive months.Payroll jobs declines in March were led by losses in the manufacturing and professional and business services sectors.Federal employment in Michigan has…

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