Trump-Backed Andy Biggs Wins Arizona GOP Gubernatorial Primary
In Arizona’s July 2026 Republican primaries, Trump-endorsed Rep. Andy Biggs won the gubernatorial nomination with 73% of the vote, defeating Rep. David Schweikert. Biggs, a former House Freedom Caucus chair and election denier, will face Democratic Governor Katie Hobbs in November. In the 5th Congressional District, former sheriff Mark Lamb won despite a sexual misconduct scandal. The primaries set up competitive general elections in this key battleground state, with Republicans eyeing a comeback.
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Andy Biggs Wins Arizona GOP Gubernatorial Primary; Mark Lamb Secures Congressional Nomination
In Arizona's Republican primary, five-term Congressman Andy Biggs won the gubernatorial nomination, setting up a November general election against incumbent Democratic Governor Katie Hobbs. Biggs, a prominent election denier investigated by the January 6th Committee, has been endorsed by Donald Trump and other MAGA figures. Meanwhile, former sheriff Mark Lamb won the GOP primary for Arizona's Fifth Congressional District to fill Biggs's seat. Lamb, endorsed by Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson, faced allegations of sexual impropriety, including multiple affairs and using his sheriff position to silence women, though he denied the accusations and was cleared of criminal wrongdoing. He will face Democrat Elizabeth Lee in the general election.
Andy Biggs Wins Arizona GOP Gubernatorial Primary; Mark Lamb Secures Congressional Nomination
In Arizona's Republican primaries, five-term Congressman Andy Biggs won the gubernatorial nomination, setting up a November general election against incumbent Democratic Governor Katie Hobbs. Biggs, a prominent election denier investigated by the January 6th Committee, has been endorsed by Donald Trump and other MAGA figures. Meanwhile, former sheriff Mark Lamb won the GOP primary for Arizona's Fifth Congressional District to fill Biggs's seat. Lamb, endorsed by Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson, faced allegations of sexual impropriety, including multiple affairs and using his sheriff position to silence women, though he denied the accusations and was cleared of criminal wrongdoing. He will face nurse Elizabeth Lee in the general election.
Republicans Eye Arizona Comeback with Hobbs-Biggs Governor Matchup: Primary Takeaways
Arizona voters set the stage for competitive November elections, with Democratic Governor Katie Hobbs, considered the most endangered gubernatorial incumbent this cycle, facing Republican Representative Andy Biggs, a House Freedom Caucus member endorsed by President Trump. The primary results position Republicans to potentially reclaim control of Arizona's executive branch, which currently includes Democratic officeholders for governor, attorney general, and secretary of state in this key battleground state. The race highlights national political dynamics and Trump's influence in Arizona politics.
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Trump-backed candidates sweep to victory in Arizona primaries
Candidates endorsed by President Donald Trump won their Republican primaries in Arizona on July 21, 2026. Rep. Andy Biggs, a former House Freedom Caucus chair, secured the GOP gubernatorial nomination with 73% of the vote, setting up a general election challenge against Democratic Governor Katie Hobbs. In the deep-red 5th District, former sheriff Mark Lamb, despite a scandal involving threats and homophobic texts, defeated homebuilder Daniel Keenan with 59% of the vote. In the battleground 1st District, retired NFL kicker Jay Feely won the Republican nomination with nearly 50% of the vote. The Democratic primary in the 1st District remained uncalled as of early Wednesday, with former state Rep. Amish Shah leading former journalist Marlene Galán-Woods, who had backing from the DCCC and Senator Mark Kelly. The 1st District is considered pivotal for Democratic hopes of flipping the House.
Trump-backed Andy Biggs wins Arizona GOP primary, will face Governor Katie Hobbs
Republican Representative Andy Biggs, endorsed by former President Donald Trump, has won the Arizona Republican gubernatorial primary, defeating fellow Representative David Schweikert. According to Decision Desk HQ, Biggs will now face incumbent Democratic Governor Katie Hobbs in the general election this fall. The race is expected to be highly competitive, as Arizona is a key battleground state that Trump won in both the 2024 and 2016 presidential elections. Hobbs ran uncontested in the Democratic primary. The outcome of this gubernatorial race will have significant implications for state policy and national political dynamics.
Rep. Andy Biggs wins GOP primary for Arizona governor
Trump-endorsed Rep. Andy Biggs won the Republican primary for Arizona governor on Tuesday, easily defeating fellow GOP Rep. David Schweikert. Biggs, a former chair of the House Freedom Caucus and close Trump ally, will now face Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs in the November general election. Republicans are optimistic about flipping the governorship after Trump carried Arizona by five points in 2024, though the state has become a tossup, electing Democrats to both Senate seats and other statewide offices. Hobbs has already shifted focus to Biggs, amassing a significant campaign warchest and running ads, while Biggs has conserved cash due to a lack of a serious primary challenge but still trails Hobbs in fundraising.
Arizona GOP Primaries: Biggs Wins Governor Race, Lamb Takes Fifth District Amid Scandal
In Arizona's Republican primaries, five-term Congressman Andy Biggs won the gubernatorial nomination to challenge Democratic incumbent Governor Katie Hobbs in November. Biggs, a prominent election denier endorsed by Donald Trump, was investigated by the January 6th Committee for his role in the Stop the Steal movement. In the Fifth Congressional District, former sheriff Mark Lamb won the GOP primary with endorsements from Trump and Speaker Mike Johnson, despite facing allegations of sexual impropriety. An Arizona Republic investigation revealed Lamb had extramarital affairs and allegedly used his sheriff position to silence women. Lamb denied the accusations, and the Pinal County attorney cleared him of criminal wrongdoing. Lamb will face nurse Elizabeth Lee in the general election.