Arizona Politics News

In this Oct. 29, 2024, file photo, voters cast early ballots at the Northwest Activities Center in Detroit. (Jeff Kowalsky/AFP via Getty Images)

DAVID IVERSEN

Judge kicks anti-union measure off Arizona ballot, citing constitutional violation

DAVID IVERSEN

Meghan McCain says brother has ‘no interest in public office’ after turning down Lt. governor role

DAVID IVERSEN

Republican Jay Feely courts independents with affordability pitch in House race

U.S. Rep. Andy Biggs, the Republican nominee for Arizona governor, said improved funding alone does not cause the education system to improve. (Screenshot)

SHIRA TANZER

Arizona governor hopeful Andy Biggs says more funding doesn’t mean better schools

U.S. Rep. Andy Biggs, the Republican nominee for Arizona governor, said the state should take better care of its troopers.

KEVIN STONE

Andy Biggs thinks Arizona needs to take better care of state troopers

DAMON ALLRED

Mark Kelly slams handling of Iran conflict, says he’s discussing potential presidential run

Ruben Gallego considering running for president

SERENA O'SULLIVAN

U.S. Sen. Ruben Gallego says he’s considering running for president

The Latest

JIM SHARPE | Jul 23, 2026
AZ Political Podcast: Analyst breaks down Arizona’s post-primary general election map

Buckle up. Please, keep your hands inside the ride at all time; Arizona’s 2026 midterm elections will be a wild ride.
SERENA O'SULLIVAN | Jul 23, 2026
Arizona’s primary election was like ‘rehearsal for the Super Bowl,’ Maricopa County supervisor says

The primary was "as perfect as you can hope," according to Thomas Galvin. He hopes the general election follows suit.
KEVIN STONE | Jul 23, 2026
Warren Petersen vows ‘180-degree shift’ in Attorney General’s Office if he beats Kris Mayes

The Arizona Senate President said he wants to remove partisan politics from the office and defended his experience after winning the Republican nomination.
SERENA O'SULLIVAN | Jul 23, 2026
Andy Biggs Q&A: Stances on affordability, water, other key issues ahead of 2026 governor’s race

As Arizonans prepare to choose their next governor, key concerns include data centers, sustainability and the rising cost of housing.
KEVIN STONE | Jul 23, 2026
Andy Biggs responds to question about legitimacy of Gov. Katie Hobbs’ 2022 election

"I think she’s the governor and I don’t think anybody’s questioning that she’s not the governor," the Republican gubernatorial nominee said.
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KEVIN STONE | Jul 23, 2026
Only a few thousand primary ballots remain uncounted in Maricopa County

Over 99% of all ballots cast for Tuesday’s election in Arizona's largest county have been tabulated. The signature curing deadline is 5 p.m. Sunday.
SERENA O'SULLIVAN | Jul 22, 2026
Jay Feely, Amish Shah win respective primaries, will face each other for CD-1

Democrat Amish Shah will face Republican Jay Feely for one of the most competitive U.S. House seats in the country after they both won their respective primaries.
KTAR.COM | Jul 22, 2026
Kimberly Yee wins GOP primary for Arizona schools chief over Tom Horne

State Treasurer Kimberly Yee won the Republican nomination over Tom Horne, while Teresa Leyba Ruiz locked up the Democratic nomination for superintendent of public instruction.
DAVID IVERSEN | Jul 22, 2026
Matt Orlando wins Chandler Mayor’s race as challenger Jeff Weninger concedes

The longtime councilmember and retired Air Force colonel defeated state Rep. Jeff Weninger by 17 points in Chandler's first open mayoral race since 2018.
SERENA O'SULLIVAN | Jul 22, 2026
Gov. Katie Hobbs and Andy Biggs must pick lieutenant governors ahead of Election Day

Political consultant Stan Barnes breaks down some predictions he has for who Hobbs and Biggs will pick as their running mates.
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DAVID IVERSEN | Jul 22, 2026
Solange Whitehead takes early lead in Scottsdale City Council primary

The incumbent councilwoman holds 17.7% of early votes in an eight-candidate field competing for three open seats.
KEVIN STONE | Jul 22, 2026
Election stunner? Teri Ann Hourihan leading Hugh Lytle in No Labels Party governor race

Despite a massive financial advantage, Hugh Lytle trailed licensed therapist and professional counselor Teri Ann Hourihan 55.7% to 44.3% in the first wave of results.
KEVIN ZIMMERMAN | Jul 22, 2026
Jay Feely and potential CD1 opponent Amish Shah have history with the New York Jets

Democrat Amish Shah was a doctor for the New York Jets when Republican Jay Feely was a kicker there.
KEVIN STONE | Jul 22, 2026
Incumbents getting swept in Gilbert Town Council election

Challengers were leading for all four seats on the ballot after the initial wave of results.
DAVID IVERSEN | Jul 22, 2026
Warren Petersen called as winner in GOP primary for Arizona attorney general

After defeating Rodney Glassman in a bruising and expensive contest, the Arizona Senate president will face Democratic incumbent Kris Mayes in November.
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DAVID IVERSEN | Jul 21, 2026
Alex Kolodin tops former state party chair in secretary of state primary race

The Scottsdale lawmaker beat former state party Chair Gina Swoboda and advances to face Democratic incumbent Adrian Fontes in November.
SERENA O'SULLIVAN | Jul 21, 2026
Mark Lamb wins AZ-5 Republican primary, will face newcomer Elizabeth Lee

Mark Lamb and Elizabeth Lee won their primaries Tuesday in the race to replace U.S. Rep. Andy Biggs…
SERENA O'SULLIVAN | Jul 21, 2026
Andy Biggs projected winner in Arizona governor primary, will face Katie Hobbs

After securing a "golden ticket" of a Trump endorsement, the congressman will compete with the first-term Democrat in the general election.
KYLIE WERNER | Jul 21, 2026
Maricopa County Recorder Justin Heap expects signature verification done by midday Wednesday

Recorder Justin Heap was hopeful a new system could speed up election results, with many expected in the first few hours after polls close.
DAVID IVERSEN | Jul 21, 2026
Before polls close, Katie Hobbs targets Andy Biggs on primary night

The governor used a volunteer event to road-test general election attacks, hitting the Republican on healthcare cuts and rural hospital closures.
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SERENA O'SULLIVAN | Jul 21, 2026
DOJ monitoring polling sites for voting rights compliance in 3 Arizona counties on Election Day

Staff with the Civil Rights Division’s Voting Section and the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Arizona are watching polls in Maricopa, Apache and Pima counties.
KTAR.COM | Jul 21, 2026
Live updates for Arizona’s 2026 primaries: Polls close, candidates await results

Polls have closed in Tuesday's primary election. Votes are being counted in races that will determine party nominees for the Nov. 3 general election.
SERENA O'SULLIVAN | Jul 21, 2026
‘We know it’s gonna be close,’ Gov. Katie Hobbs says as likely Andy Biggs matchup looms

U.S. Rep. Andy Biggs is favored in Tuesday’s Republican gubernatorial primary. Hobbs is already preparing for the November fight.
KEVIN STONE | Jul 21, 2026
Technical issues disrupt a small number of Maricopa County voters on Election Day

Maricopa County Supervisor Mark Stewart said a handful of voters couldn't check in Tuesday morning because site books were not connecting with the internet.
SERENA O'SULLIVAN | Jul 21, 2026
Election changes could lead to quicker results in Maricopa County, Adrian Fontes says

A new state law gives voters more ways to cast early ballots in 2026. Voters can return them by mail or drop box, or verify their identity at a vote center to help speed up election results.