Trump-backed Biggs to take on Hobbs in key gubernatorial race in Arizona
Republican Rep. Andy Biggs, backed by President Trump, won Arizona's GOP gubernatorial primary and will face Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs in the fall's competitive race. Biggs defeated primary rival Rep. David Schweikert in a state Trump won in both 2016 and 2024. Hobbs ran uncontested on the Democratic side.
Key Points
- Biggs secured Trump's endorsement and defeated Schweikert in Arizona's Republican primary
- Arizona is a highly competitive swing state that Trump won in recent elections
- General election matchup is set between Biggs and incumbent Gov. Hobbs