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Mayes expects Hobbs-Sunshine Residential probe done before election

Mayes expects Hobbs-Sunshine Residential probe done before election

Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes expects to finish a criminal probe into Gov. Katie Hobbs' ties to a donor before Election Day.
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Governor Katie Hobbs to Select Republican John Giles as Running Mate in Arizona Gubernatorial Race

Governor Katie Hobbs to Select Republican John Giles as Running Mate in Arizona Gubernatorial Race

Governor Katie Hobbs of Arizona is reportedly planning to select John Giles, a Republican and former mayor of Mesa, as her running mate for the upcoming gubernatorial election. This decision comes as Hobbs faces off against Representative Andy Biggs, who has been endorsed by President Trump. The announcement of Giles as the lieutenant governor nominee is expected in the coming days. This strategic move by Hobbs aims to appeal to a broader voter base by including a Republican on her ticket. The development is part of a larger political landscape in Arizona, where cross-party alliances are becoming more common.
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Why a Supreme Court decision may unleash more campaign ads on Arizona

Why a Supreme Court decision may unleash more campaign ads on Arizona

New rules are expected to free up millions of dollars for television ad spending across Arizona's competitive U.S. House districts.
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John Giles has crossed party lines before. Now he's Katie Hobbs' likely running mate

John Giles has crossed party lines before. Now he's Katie Hobbs' likely running mate

Gov. Katie Hobbs, a Democrat, may select former Mesa Mayor John Giles, a moderate Republican, as her running mate.
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Gov. Katie Hobbs to tap GOP ally John Giles as running mate, report says

Gov. Katie Hobbs to tap GOP ally John Giles as running mate, report says

Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs reportedly will pick Republican John Giles as her running mate in a bid to court bipartisan support.
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America First Legal sues Adrian Fontes over Arizona ballot measure

America First Legal sues Adrian Fontes over Arizona ballot measure

The Arizona Secretary of State faces a lawsuit from America First Legal, a firm founded by a top adviser to President Donald Trump.
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Arizona's 6th Congressional District Race Rated as Toss-up or Lean Democratic

Arizona's 6th Congressional District Race Rated as Toss-up or Lean Democratic

The upcoming election for Arizona's 6th Congressional District is considered highly competitive, with incumbent Republican Juan Ciscomani facing Democratic challenger JoAnna Mendoza and Libertarian Jereme Peters. Forecasters have rated the race as a toss-up or leaning Democratic, reflecting the district's recent voting trends favoring Democrats in statewide elections. Ciscomani, first elected in 2022, is campaigning on economic issues, while Mendoza, a veteran and former congressional staffer, criticizes Ciscomani's policies on healthcare and cost of living.
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These races might help Democrats finally flip the Arizona Legislature

These races might help Democrats finally flip the Arizona Legislature

Republicans have controlled the Arizona legislature for nearly 35 years. These contested races could help Democrats finally win it.
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Ralph Heap Faces Allegations Over Campaign Sign Funding in Arizona Corporation Commission Race

Ralph Heap Faces Allegations Over Campaign Sign Funding in Arizona Corporation Commission Race

Ralph Heap, a Republican candidate for the Arizona Corporation Commission, is under scrutiny for allegedly failing to report the funding sources for his campaign signs. Heap, who initially ran as a Clean Elections candidate, is accused of not disclosing who paid for hundreds of signs used during the primary election. The Clean Elections Commission requires candidates to adhere to strict funding rules, which Heap allegedly violated by not signing an affidavit confirming accurate financial disclosures. A complaint has been filed by Lisa Everett, a Republican, questioning the legality of Heap's campaign expenditures.
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WWE Royal Rumble to be Held at State Farm Stadium in 2027, Marking a Major Event for Arizona

WWE Royal Rumble to be Held at State Farm Stadium in 2027, Marking a Major Event for Arizona

WWE Royal Rumble to be Held at State Farm Stadium in 2027, Marking a Major Event for Arizona
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Ralph Heap's campaign funding stays frozen after Clean Elections vote

Ralph Heap's campaign funding stays frozen after Clean Elections vote

Ralph Heap is stuck in campaign finance limbo after the Clean Elections Commission denied his request to leave the public program.
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What's on Arizona's November ballot? Key measures explained

What's on Arizona's November ballot? Key measures explained

From election rules to school spending, Arizona voters will decide on a slate of new ballot measures this November.