Fact-checking the Arizona Senate debate between Ruben Gallego, Kari Lake
In the only scheduled debate for Arizona’s open U.S. Senate race, Democratic Rep. Ruben Gallego sought to cast Republican Kari Lake as having extreme views. Lake said Gallego had undergone an "extreme makeover" to make his liberal views more palatable to moderate and conservative voters. Politifact fact-checks several claims the two candidates made during the debate.
Former Phoenix City Council member Michael Nowakowski runs to lead constituents of District 7
Former Phoenix Councilmember Michael Nowakowski is on the ballot for District 7. While he faced controversy in the past for some of his comments, he has since distanced himself from those issues as he vies to represent the constituents of District 7.
JD Vance visits Arizona’s 2 largest metro areas in bid for Hispanic voters
MESA – On Wednesday, Republican vice presidential candidate and Sen. JD Vance visited Tucson and Mesa, enticing Hispanic voters to pledge for Trump in a race to win Arizona votes in the upcoming election.
Kari Lake, Ruben Gallego clash in Senate debate for Arizona’s open seat
PHOENIX – Former gubernatorial candidate Kari Lake and U.S. Rep. Ruben Gallego clashed in their first Senate debate for the Arizona seat that will be vacated by Kyrsten Sinema.
In closely watched rematch, freshman U.S. Rep. Juan Ciscomani tangles with ex-state Sen. Kirsten Engel over border, abortion and extremism
WASHINGTON – First-term U.S. Rep. Juan Ciscomani is defending his seat against former state Sen. Kirsten Engel in a rematch, two years after he defeated her by just 5,200 votes. The rivals from Tucson are squabbling over border security, abortion rights and who’s more able to work across the aisle.
Jerry Sheridan wants to reinvent the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office, distances self from former boss Joe Arpaio’s legacy
Jerry Sheridan, a 40-year veteran of the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office and former Sheriff Joe Arpaio’s right-hand man, wants to run the department on his own terms – and separate himself from Arpaio’s legacy.
Former Phoenix police officer Tyler Kamp campaigns on building upon Paul Penzone’s foundation as Maricopa County sheriff
Tyler Kamp has a two-decade career with Phoenix Police Department. Now he’s vying for the top seat at Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office to help steer the agency out of a controversial, litigious and expensive era.
Martyn Bridgeman is running for Phoenix City Council District 7 as a fresh face for government
Martyn Bridgeman sets himself apart from the other candidates in his district as a new face to politics, focusing on. his deep ties to Phoenix and unique experience in real estate.
Former educator and state Rep. Marcelino Quiñonez is running for Phoenix City Council District 7
Marcelino Quiñonez touts his status as the son of Mexican immigrants, first-generation college graduate and a longtime educator in his race for the District 7 seat. The former state representative’s platform includes economic growth, affordable housing, and safety for the community.
Anna Hernandez seeks Phoenix City District 7 seat
Arizona state Sen. Anna Hernandez is seeking a seat on the Phoenix City Council in District 7. Hernandez plans to incorporate community into her policies and work.
Phoenix District 5 Council member Betty Guardado running for reelection with strong union support
District 5 Councilwoman Betty Guardado is running for reelection after a first-term focused on reducing crime, generating better job opportunities and community engagement. Backed by unions, she seeks to uplift working families.
Amid discussions of police reform, former Phoenix police officer JJ Martinez is running for City Council District 5
JJ Martinez, a former Phoenix police officer, is running for Phoenix City Council in District 5 against incumbent Betty Guardado. If elected, Martinez has plans to connect with Latinos, address crime and homelessness and bring economic development.
