Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Rep. Andy Biggs wins Arizona GOP gubernatorial primary, advances to showdown with Gov. Katie Hobbs

Rep. Andy Biggs, a prominent conservative and ally of former President Donald Trump, has won the Republican primary for governor in Arizona, setting up a significant contest against current Democratic Governor Katie Hobbs in November.

● Biggs prevailed over other Republican candidates including Congressman David Schweikert and businessman Scott Neely.

● His campaign was supported by Trump's endorsement and Turning Point Action.

● Biggs expressed gratitude for the support from Arizona Republicans, emphasizing his mission to "Restore the American Dream" and unify the GOP. He aims to appeal to voters of all backgrounds and highlight his leadership qualities.

● Governor Hobbs, who faced no primary challenges, prepared extensively for the general election by focusing on her economic achievements and bipartisan efforts. She acknowledged the election would be competitive.

● Both parties regard this election as crucial, with Democrats aiming to retain control in a key battleground state and Republicans believing Biggs can unify their party against Hobbs.

● The campaign is expected to be a highly contested and costly race influencing various state policies.

The Arizona gubernatorial race is poised to be a pivotal event in the upcoming midterm elections, with significant implications for state governance and political dynamics. 

https://thepostmillennial.com/breaking-rep-andy-biggs-wins-arizona-gop-gubernatorial-primary-advances-to-showdown-with-gov-katie-hobbs

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