Jeff Flake
The latest on Jeff Flake. A Republican, he was nominated United States ambassador to Turkey in 2021 by President Joe Biden. Previously Flake was elected to represent Arizona in the U.S. Senate in 2012. He did not seek reelection in 2018. Flake first public office was in 2000 when he was elected to Arizona's 6th congressional district.
Don't Send Jeff Flake as Envoy to South Africa
Jeff Flake would probably a good non-partisan ambassador for the United States wherever he may go—but not in South Africa.
Trumpism Need Not Define the GOP
If there is any hope for the GOP in the long term, the 45th president's influence must wane. Here are a few reasons why.
Arizona Republican Party Censures John McCain, Jeff Flake and Cindy McCain
"I'll wear this as a badge of honor," Cindy McCain said.
Jeff Flake, Cindy McCain, Arizona Governor Could Be Censured by State GOP
The Arizona GOP is to vote on censuring the three prominent Republicans from the state, despite disapproval from the Republican National Committee's chairwoman.
Jeff Flake Urges Republicans to Stand Up to Trump Ahead of Certification
"How many injuries to American democracy can my Republican Party tolerate, excuse and champion?" Flake wrote in a New York Times op-ed published Wednesday.
Ex-GOP Senator Says Most Republicans Know Trump Lost
The former Senator for Arizona Jeff Flake told BBC's Newsnight that Republicans "are still playing to that audience of one, not knowing where the Trump base will go."
Former Ariz. GOP Senator Urges Conservatives to Endorse Biden in New Video
"When you fill out your own ballot, ask yourself, 'Who will best restore decency and civility to the White House? Who can I be proud to tell my children and grandchildren I voted for?'" Jeff Flake said.
Biden's Hints at GOP Picks for Cabinet Restore a Democratic Tradition
Republicans have served as Defense or War Secretary for more than half of the 40 years of Democratic administrations.
Nearly 600 Prominent Republicans Voting for Joe Biden
Former Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Steele is the latest to join the expanding bloc of high-profile GOP figures endorsing the Democratic nominee.
Ex-GOP Arizona Senator Flake Says Next President Should Fill SCOTUS Vacancy
"Preserving the institution of the Senate should be paramount to any political gain," Flake tweeted.
On First Day of RNC, More Than Two Dozen Former GOP Lawmakers Back Biden
"These former members of Congress cited Trump's corruption, destruction of democracy, blatant disregard for moral decency, and urgent need to get the country back on course," the Biden campaign said.
George W. Bush and Others Remember Former Arizona Governor Jane Hull
The former governor died hours after her husband on Thursday.
Ted Cruz: 'Possible' That 'a Couple' Republicans Will Vote to Remove Trump
"But I think anyone voting on the facts, anyone voting on the law, this is a very easy vote," the senator from Texas argued.
Ex-Republican Senator Jeff Flake Says Trump's Actions Warrant Impeachment
"At this point, the president's conduct in office should not surprise us. But truly devastating has been our tolerance of that conduct," Flake wrote in an op-ed.
Which GOP Senators Would Vote to Impeach Trump? Jeff Flake Cites 35
Trump has no shortage of opponents, but here are some Republicans who have made their opposition known.
Jeff Flake Says GOP May Be 'Doomed Long-Term' If Donald Trump is Re-Elected
"What I would like is for the Republican Party to nominate someone else."
Dying Activist Ady Barkan to Appear Before Congress
Barkan, who has ALS, once confronted Senator Jeff Flake on a plane about proposed tax cuts.
If Trump Wins in 2020, the GOP Is Ruined: Jeff Flake
Another four years of Trump could doom the Republican Party for good, says former Arizona Senator Jeff Flake.
Republican Blames 'Dumb' People for Sinema's Election
"Kyrsten Sinema won because she ran a good race and had a message that resonated with Arizona's voters," Flake said.
McConnell 'Perplexed' Why Flake Pushes For Mueller Bill
McConnell believed the measure to protect Mueller, a bipartisan bill that would curb Trump's ability to interfere with Mueller's investigation or to fire the special counsel, is "blatantly unconstitutional."
Flake Objects Trump Nominee After Mueller Bill Blocked
Flake's vote against advancing a judicial nominee came after GOP Senator Mike Lee blocked a move by Flake to bring a Mueller protection bill to the Senate floor for a vote, something GOP Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has refused to do.
Protecting Mueller From Trump? Unconstitutional
If Trump or acting Attorney General Matt Whitaker want to fire Mueller, it's their prerogative to do so—and it's up to the voters to render the final judgment.
Trump Is 'Not Going to Fire Mueller': Lindsey Graham
"At the end of the day, I am convinced that Mr. Mueller will be allowed to do his job," the senator said.
Arizona Democrat Senate Candidate Extends Lead
Election observers expect Sinema's lead to grow over Republican competitor Martha McSally as the count continues.
Graham, Flake, Corker Want to Hear Kavanaugh Accuser
Republican senators have joined Democrats' calls to postpone Brett Kavanaugh's Supreme Court confirmation vote until the woman who has accused him of sexual assault can be heard by senators on the Judiciary Committee.
Flake Fires Back at Trump: 'I Made No Endorsement'
"Sorry, [Donald Trump]. I made no endorsement in this race," Jeff Flake responded on Twitter.
Trump has 'bottomless appetite for destruction': Flake
"And only a passing familiarity with how the Constitution works."
Flake Eyes Trump Challenge
President Donald Trump could face a lengthy list of opponents in 2020, even among his own party.
Republicans Propose H-1B Visa Program Expansion
"This bill is a win for all sides," Republican Senator Orrin Hatch stated.
Joe Arpaio's Senate Run Will Divide GOP, Experts Say
Former GOP communications director Tara Setmayer said Joe Arpaio's Senate run could be "Roy Moore part two."
