Trump-backed candidates, 2020 election deniers, win Arizona primaries
Republican voters in Arizona have selected Trump-endorsed candidates for key gubernatorial and congressional races. These nominees include individuals who have openly challenged the legitimacy of the 2020 presidential election results.
Why it matters
The outcome highlights the continued influence of Donald Trump within the GOP and sets the stage for high-stakes midterm battles in a critical swing state.
Arizona voters have picked their party nominees for governor and two competitive congressional races, as the primary election outcome provides perspective on how voters are thinking in a key swing state.
Politics Arizona primaries show GOP voters backing Trump's picks for key posts Trump-backed candidates prevailed over other Republicans in the race for governor and a key U.S. House seat. GOP voters also chose candidates for governor and secretary of state who have openly opposed the 2020 presidential election results in a state that has been at the center of election security and integrity.
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