Arizona Democratic Party Treasurer Accused of Verbally Assaulting Young Women

Mark Holodnak allegedly hurled slurs at girls who posed for photos with ICE agents

Jan. 27, 2026 at 8:23pm

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A man identified as Mark Holodnak, the treasurer for the District 12 Arizona Democratic Party, was caught on video cursing at and verbally assaulting a group of young women who had posed for photos with ICE agents. The incident occurred as federal authorities executed 15 search warrants across the Phoenix area as part of a months-long criminal investigation.

Why it matters

The confrontation highlights growing political tensions and the tendency for some to lash out aggressively against those with differing views, even when directed at young people. It also raises questions about the conduct expected of elected officials and party leaders.

The details

According to reports, Holodnak approached the group of young women and began yelling slurs like "nasty girls" and "c*nt" at them after they posed for photos with ICE agents. The incident occurred as part of a broader federal investigation that resulted in 15 search warrants being executed at Zipps Sports Grill locations in the Phoenix area.

  • The incident occurred on January 26, 2026.
  • Federal authorities had been conducting a months-long criminal investigation prior to executing the search warrants.

The players

Mark Holodnak

The treasurer for the District 12 Arizona Democratic Party who allegedly verbally assaulted a group of young women.

Homeland Security Investigations

The federal agency that executed 15 search warrants across the Phoenix area as part of a months-long criminal investigation.

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What’s next

The investigation into the alleged criminal activity at the Zipps Sports Grill locations is ongoing, and it remains to be seen if Holodnak will face any consequences for his confrontation with the young women.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the need for elected officials and party leaders to maintain composure and civility, even in the face of political disagreements. It also highlights the power of citizen journalism and the ability of the younger generation to hold public figures accountable for their actions.