PHOENIX — Gov. Katie Hobbs said Wednesday no one should be prosecuted for informing others — even in real time on social media — where immigration officials are conducting enforcement actions.

But the governor told Capitol Media Services she wouldn’t do that herself.

The governor’s comments come as Senate President Warren Petersen has asked the U.S. Attorney for Arizona to investigate whether Sen. Analise Ortiz is violating federal law with her posts. Petersen is suggesting that the Phoenix Democrat could face legislative discipline.

“Sen. Ortiz is fortunate the Legislature is not currently in session, as her remarks would no doubt face significant scrutiny from her colleagues,” Petersen said in a prepared statement. “Public servants have a duty to uphold the law and respect those who e

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