Monday, June 15, 2026

MESA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Government Affairs Committee Welcomes Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell

FIRST THIS BREAKING NEWS: 

Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell, a prominent Republican and supporter of Donald Trump, has asked an Arizona court to block Stephen Miller's conservative legal group, America First Legal (AFL), from what she calls an "unprecedented power grab" over local election operations. 
Mitchell argues that the newly elected Maricopa County Recorder, Republican Justin Heap, acted illegally by hiring the Washington, D.C.-based firm to handle local election legal matters, effectively letting out-of-state political actors bypass her official statutory authority. [1, 2] 
Key Details of the Dispute
  • The Core Conflict: Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell filed court documents asserting that America First Legal is unlawfully operating as "de facto deputy attorneys" inside the county's election office. [1, 2]
  • The Hiring: Earlier this year, Maricopa County Recorder Justin Heap brought in Stephen Miller's firm to provide outside legal counsel. [1]
  • The Legal Argument: Under Arizona law, the County Attorney serves as the chief legal counsel for county offices. Mitchell contends that outsourcing these powers to a highly partisan external organization oversteps Heap's authority and violates state law. [1]
  • The Timeline: Following Mitchell's formal filings, the legal showdown over control of the county's upcoming election procedures is scheduled to move before a judge for oral arguments on Monday, June 15, 2026. [1]


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A closer look at her recent policy focuses and local impacts:
  • Organized Retail Theft: MCAO has aggressively targeted "skip scanning" and coordinated retail theft schemes affecting local retail centers. The office works closely with local police departments (such as Mesa and Phoenix) to investigate and indict repetitive offenders. [1, 2, 3, 4]
  • Combating Teen Violence: Mitchell's office actively enforces legislative expansions (such as Preston's Law) that elevate gang-related or group teen violence to felony-level charges. [1, 2, 3]
  • Public Safety Education: MCAO prioritizes public education by hosting community panels on the lethal dangers of fentanyl and working with families to address bullying. [1, 2]
  • Office Administration: Mitchell took over an agency plagued by significant case backlog and has streamlined reviews for officer-involved shootings and felony DUIs. [1]
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June 15, 2026 - June 30, 2026




Government Affairs Committee Welcomes Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell

Friday, June 19, 2026

7:30 am - 8:30 am

Mesa Chamber of Commerce (40 N. Center St., Suite 101 Mesa, AZ 85201)



Join us for a special presentation with Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell. Rachel will share updates on public safety, crime trends, and issues affecting communities and businesses across Maricopa County. Learn more about the work of the County Attorney's Office, current challenges facing our region, and how local agencies are working together to address them.


This is a great opportunity to hear directly from one of Arizona's top public officials, gain insight into important community issues, and connect with fellow business and community leaders.


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For upcoming Government Affairs Committee schedules or to review recent agendas, you can check the Mesa Chamber of Commerce Events Calendar.

Meeting Agenda:

1. Welcome/Introductions - Chair, Joan Krueger

2. Presentation: 

3. Legislative Update - Eric Emmert, Dorn Policy Group

Government Affairs Homepage:
https://www.mesachamber.org/government-affairs-committee/

Invitation:
Mesa Chamber members in good standing are welcome to attend each month's meeting.

Facilitators:
Committee Chair: Joan Kreuger, NAI Horizon
Staff Liaison: Sally Harrison, Mesa Chamber President and CEO

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MESA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Government Affairs Committee Welcomes Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell

FIRST THIS BREAKING NEWS:  Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell , a prominent Republican and supporter of Donald Trump, has asked an Ari...