Arizona Election News

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  DAVID IVERSEN | Oct 6, 2026

  Andy Biggs shares debate stage with No Labels candidate as Gov Katie Hobbs sits out

  Andy Biggs targeted absent Gov. Katie Hobbs while No Labels nominee Teri Hourihan attacked Biggs over water, Colorado City and Epstein claims.

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  DAVID IVERSEN | Oct 6, 2026

  WATCH: Andy Biggs, third-party candidates debate tonight as Governor Hobbs sits out

  The governor debate comes amid negative ads and a large spending gap, with voters set to elect Arizona's first lieutenant governor on the same ticket.

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  DAVID IVERSEN | Oct 6, 2026

  Maricopa County supervisor calls for inquiry into recorder’s claim of Phoenix mail facility closure

  Maricopa County is set to send 1.9 million ballots Wednesday. Voters are urged to return ballots by mail by Oct. 27 to meet the Election Day deadline.

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  KEVIN STONE | Oct 6, 2026

  Sine Kerr calls John Giles’ debate absence ‘absolutely disgraceful’

  The Republican lieutenant governor candidate called out Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs and her running mate for their no-debate strategy.

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  COLTON KROLAK | Oct 6, 2026

  What’s on your ballot? Prop 141 would ban vehicle miles traveled taxes in Arizona

  Arizona doesn't have VMT taxes, but opponents of the ballot measure worry about generating funds for future transportation projects if they are outlawed.

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  DAVID IVERSEN | Oct 5, 2026

  Greg Stanton, Zudhi Jasser trade blame on affordability in 4th Congressional District debate

  Stanton blamed Trump's tariffs and the Iran war for rising prices, while Jasser faulted Democratic leadership and proposed suspending federal gas tax.

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  DAVID IVERSEN | Oct 5, 2026

  Lieutenant governor candidates debate role of Arizona’s newest office

  Sine Kerr and Angela Harrolle Mohan discussed succession and split on data centers as they seek a state office created by voters but never held before.

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  DAVID IVERSEN | Oct 5, 2026

  President Donald Trump calls Maricopa County ‘dishonest’ after vendor mails ballots early

  County officials say the 3,126 Maricopa County ballots remain valid and can be returned as usual despite being mailed six days ahead of schedule.

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  KEVIN STONE | Oct 5, 2026

  Rep. Andy Biggs says ‘water’s No. 1’ as he hears from Arizonans during run for governor

  The Republican nominee said resource management is key to securing the state's water future. “You’re not going to conserve your way out of this,” he said.

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  BALIN OVERSTOLZ MCNAIR | Oct 5, 2026

  What’s on your ballot: Prop 319 would ban new red-light and speed cameras in Arizona

  The ballot measure would prevent local governments from adding photo radar camera systems to enforce speeding, traffic signal and traffic sign violations.

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  KEVIN STONE | Oct 5, 2026

  Vendor error blamed for over 3,100 Maricopa County mail ballots being sent out early

  Runbeck erroneously delivered the batch to the U.S. Postal Service a week before early voting starts. The ballots remain valid, according to the Maricopa County Recorder’s Office.

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  KEVIN STONE | Oct 2, 2026

  Rob Schneider helps Andy Biggs mock Gov. Katie Hobbs’ debate refusal

  Biggs announced that his campaign was hosting a debate Thursday. The “debate” turned out to be a campaign ad/skit.

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  SERENA O'SULLIVAN | Oct 2, 2026

  Monday is the last day to register to vote in the Nov. 3 general election

  Arizona voters will weigh in on eight propositions and choose the state's next governor, secretary of state and superintendent of public instruction, among other roles.

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  JIM SHARPE | Oct 1, 2026

  AZ Political Podcast: Alex Kolodin sidesteps questions on mail-in voting, election fraud claims

  On the AZ Political Podcast Jim Sharpe presses Alex Kolodin on ballot signatures, early voting and the election fraud claims he brought to court.

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  HEIDI HOMMEL | Oct 1, 2026

  What’s on your ballot: Arizona’s Prop 317 looks to designate drug cartels as terrorist groups

  Supporters say it would make the state safer, but opponents question whether it would have any practical purpose.

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  DAVID IVERSEN | Sep 30, 2026

  Adrian Fontes, Alex Kolodin trade insults, split over mail-in voting in secretary of state debate

  Kolodin says the measure would make voting easier. Fontes says it would end mail voting, which about 80% of Arizonans use.

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  DAVID IVERSEN | Sep 30, 2026

  Adrian Fontes, Alex Kolodin meet for final secretary of state debate before election

  The rivals face off over mail-in voting, voter ID requirements and election security a week before early ballots go out.

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  COLTON KROLAK | Sep 29, 2026

  What’s on your ballot: Prop 316 would limit Arizona cities’ ability to increase grocery taxes

  Supporters say it will benefit shoppers, while opponents are concerned about how it could affect local governments' ability to provide important services.

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  KEVIN STONE | Sep 28, 2026

  Maricopa County investigation into over 200 names finds 8 noncitizens who voted

  Two of the noncitizens were registered as Republicans, one as a Democrat, and five had no party affiliation. They cast ballots a combined total of 16 times.

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  BALIN OVERSTOLZ MCNAIR | Sep 28, 2026

  What’s on your ballot: Prop 142 would reinforce state’s DEI ban, end affirmative action

  Supporters say the measure would ensure equal opportunity, while opponents argue that it ignores marginalized groups that have experienced historic discrimination.

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  DAVID IVERSEN | Sep 25, 2026

  Adrian Fontes rejects voter purges after SCOTUS election ruling

  Arizona's secretary of state says SAVE can help verify citizenship for a full ballot, but his office double-checks results to protect eligible voters.

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  KEVIN STONE | Sep 24, 2026

  Sen. Ruben Gallego says Republicans lack empathy about economic pain

  The Phoenix Democrat thinks voters will take out their frustrations on the GOP in the upcoming midterm elections, just like they did to his party two years ago.

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  HEIDI HOMMEL | Sep 24, 2026

  What’s on your ballot? Prop 144 has multiple provisions about elections in Arizona

  Supporters say it would improve election integrity, but opponents say it's a Trojan horse that could lead to the end of mail voting.

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  DAVID IVERSEN | Sep 23, 2026

  ‘You lied’: Kris Mayes, Warren Petersen trade accusations in bitter attorney general debate

  The Democrat and Republican split on immigration enforcement, the state's lawsuits against Washington and water as the Nov. 3 election nears.

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  DAVID IVERSEN | Sep 23, 2026

  Kris Mayes, Adrian Fontes ask US attorney to act on alleged voter data misuse

  A whistleblower says DHS diverted fraud staff to an "Unlawful Voter Initiative." Kris Mayes and Adrian Fontes warn it may violate a court order and privacy laws.