The Press Room Mark Kelly not backing down from Trump threats | Project Blue update
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Dec 5, 2025 In this engaging discussion, Paul Ingram, a local politics reporter from the Tucson Sentinel, dives into the controversial Border Patrol raid on a humanitarian aid camp. Katya Mendoza from AZPM News brings insights on Project Blue, weighing economic promises against environmental concerns. John Washington, from AZ Luminaria, highlights issues in local justice and the complexities of restoration-to-competency programs. The panel also tackles Senator Mark Kelly's firm stance against Trump, amidst rising threats and political tensions.
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Due Diligence Skipped Ahead Of Closing
- The county declined a public health analysis for Project Blue citing lack of time before a Christmas land-closing deadline.
- That vote followed Arizona Corporation Commission approval letting TEP proceed with the developer agreement.
Community Resistance Gains Momentum
- Community opposition to Project Blue has intensified with large, persistent turnout at meetings.
- Opponents are prepared to sue and even threaten recalls of supervisors to block the project.
End-User Uncertainty Alters Project Math
- Uncertainty about the project's end user and resources has changed the project's economics.
- Amazon reportedly pulled out, raising questions about who will be the next tenant and how the project will be powered.
