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Hobbs just told Charlie Kirk "no." What now, Phoenix?

Your city hall just said no to Charlie Kirk

Look, here's the deal—Governor Hobbs just vetoed a bill that would have put Charlie Kirk's name on a freeway here in Arizona. That's big news, mijo. We all know how much political posturing goes on up in the Capitol, but this one felt a little... different. The bill, pushed by some Republicans, would have honored Kirk, but Hobbs wasn't having it, confirming her veto on Saturday, March 28th.

This comes as the "No Kings" protests continue to grow across Phoenix. Folks are out there, making their voices heard about who we honor, and more importantly, *how* we honor them. The question now, as asked by the city's own media releases on Friday, March 27th, is "What comes next?"

* **Governor Hobbs' Veto:** No freeway name for Charlie Kirk.

* **Protests Continue:** "No Kings" movement is gaining traction.

* **Underlying Question:** Who do we choose to elevate in our public spaces?

This isn't just about a name on a sign, oye. It's about what our city stands for, what we value, and who we tell our kids are worth remembering as they drive past on the way to South Mountain Park. It’s a conversation that's only getting louder.

That's the Valley, baby — 115 degrees and we're still out here.

Carlos Espinoza-Reyes, MiTL Sports Desk.

Mi gente, you know Keith and the crew are gonna be all over this mañana — tune in at mornings.live.

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