Master Sgt. Jack Dona Archives

Sheridan States ‘I Was Not Aware’ of Endorsee Anderson’s Court-Martial

July 16, 2026 3:04 pmJuly 22, 2026 11:49 am

The closely watched race for Arizona’s Legislative District 10 House seat has erupted into controversy after Republican candidate Ciara Anderson’s military record came to light. It centers on whether voters were given sufficient information about her adverse military record before...

Bolick Striker Saves Stolen Valor Act

April 17, 2025 9:57 amApril 23, 2025 10:01 am

On April 15, 2025, the Arizona Legislature finally passed SB1424, the “Stolen Valor Act,” written to honor MSgt. Orlando Dona. The bill criminalizes false claims of military service or honors to obtain tangible benefits. Originally sponsored by Representative Walt Blackman...

Blackman Introduces HB2030 Criminalizing ‘Stolen Valor’

January 16, 2025 3:00 pmJanuary 23, 2025 1:29 pm

State Representative Walt Blackman (R-7), a U.S. Army veteran and Chairman of the House Committee on Government, has returned to the Arizona legislature following a challenging primary campaign. He is now leading efforts to combat “stolen valor”—the act of falsely...