Arizona, national politicians react to Doug Jones’ Senate win

PHOENIX — A handful of Arizona politicians issued statements in response to former U.S. attorney Doug Jones’ stunning upset in the Alabama Senate election on Tuesday.

U.S. Sen. Jeff Flake was the first to speak publicly after it was announced that Jones won over Roy Moore, a former Alabama state judge and accused sexual harasser.

Decency wins

— Jeff Flake (@JeffFlake) December 13, 2017

Flake had spoken out in support of Jones in the past. He has told reporters that he would vote outside of his own party before voting for Moore and even donated $100 to Jones’ campaign.

Sen. John McCain had not reacted to Jones’ victory by Tuesday night, but he had called on Moore to step aside last month, after it was revealed that he had sexually assaulted or harassed several teenage girls when he was in his 30s.

His daughter, Meghan McCain, did not hold back, tweeting “Suck it, Bannon.” Her tweet referenced former White House adviser Steve Bannon, who supported Moore in both the primary and general elections.

President Donald Trump, who publicly advocated for Moore and even recorded automatic calls for him, congratulated Jones in a tweet on Tuesday.

Congratulations to Doug Jones on a hard fought victory. The write-in votes played a very big factor, but a win is a win. The people of Alabama are great, and the Republicans will have another shot at this seat in a very short period of time. It never ends!

— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) December 13, 2017

Sweet home Alabama takes a new meaning tonight.

— Raul M. Grijalva (@RepRaulGrijalva) December 13, 2017

Doug Jones will be an outstanding Senator who will represent Alabama well. He was a great candidate and will be an even better Senator.

— Chuck Schumer (@SenSchumer) December 13, 2017

Doug Jones. Thank you, Alabama. You’ve elected a man of incredible integrity, grit, and character. A fighter for working class and middle class Alabamians. He is going to make you proud in the Senate.

— Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) December 13, 2017

Congrats, @GDouglasJones, on your win in Alabama! This is a victory for showing up, fighting to the end, and standing for what’s right.

— Kirsten Gillibrand (@SenGillibrand) December 13, 2017

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