What to watch for in Arizona tonight: From the Politics Desk
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What to watch for in Arizona tonight: From the Politics Desk

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Key Points:

  • In Arizona's primary elections, GOP Rep. Andy Biggs, endorsed by Trump, leads the race for governor against Democratic incumbent Katie Hobbs, with Biggs moderating his past election fraud rhetoric to appeal to swing state voters.
  • The Arizona secretary of state race features Republicans Alexander Kolodin, backed by conservative groups, and Gina Swoboda, who holds nuanced views on the 2020 election; the winner will oversee the 2028 presidential election in the state.
  • In Arizona’s 1st Congressional District, former NFL kicker Jay Feely is the leading GOP candidate with Trump’s support, while Democrats Amish Shah and Marlene Galán-Woods compete in a tight primary, with Galán-Woods receiving significant endorsements and DCCC backing.
  • The Iran conflict has escalated into a complex and dangerous phase, with President Trump threatening strong retaliations after U.S. troop casualties, risking a prolonged military and political quagmire as ceasefire efforts collapse.
  • The ongoing conflict poses challenges for Trump domestically amid midterm elections and internationally against a resilient Iranian regime, while concerns grow about disruptions to global oil supply due to halted traffic in the Strait of Hormuz.

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