Arizona Republicans Demand Resignation of Attorney General Over ICE Comments

Arizona’s House, in a party-line vote, also called on Kris Mayes to retract her comments about using force against federal agents.

Kris Mayes, then-candidate for Arizona attorney general, speaks at a rally in Phoenix, Ariz., on Oct. 8, 2022. Mario Tama/Getty Images

Arizona House Republicans voted to censure Attorney General Kris Mayes and called for her resignation after she criticized Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity in local media.

House Resolution 2004 passed 33 to 25, with all Republicans voting “yes” and all Democrats voting “no” on Feb. 5.