Amazing Arizonans: Rachel Mitchell shares behind-the-scenes Brett Kavanaugh confirmation stories

Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell is known as an expert in prosecuting sexual assault cases.

She became a national figure when she was asked to question the accuser during the Senate confirmation hearings for Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh.

Mitchell discusses her approach to the hearings and the pressure she felt from the national spotlight.

More about the Amazing Arizonans podcast

The Amazing Arizonans podcast debuted in June 2023. It features dozens of episodes spotlighting some of the best and brightest to come out of the Grand Canyon State.

Previous guests include Jerry Colangelo, Michael Crow, Jan Brewer and Al McCoy.

Amazing Arizonans is presented by Resolution Copper. Hear and watch the latest episode every Wednesday on KTAR.com, the KTAR News YouTube channel or wherever you get your podcasts.

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