Sign In
Free Newsletter
Here’s why Hobbs vetoed GOP election reform bills — again
Key Points: The governor vetoed bills to create Florida-style election system Hobbs said the bills would restrict access to voting Republicans say bill could rebuild trust and speed up results […]
GOP candidates lagging behind Hobbs in campaign finance for governor bid
Key Points: Gov. Katie Hobbs leads in fundraising for 2026 re-election U.S. Rep. Andy Biggs trails behind both Hobbs and Karrin Taylor Robson Consultants say Biggs needs to step up […]
Incumbent Mayes, challenger Glassman lead fundraising in Arizona AG race
Key Points: Warren Petersen uses leftover campaign funds for attorney general bid Rodney Glassman leads in fundraising with $2.4 million in the bank Incumbent Kris Mayes has nearly $1.1 million […]
Karrin Taylor Robson edges out Andy Biggs in fundraising for 2026 governor bid
Key Point: Robson reports $575,000 in individual donations and $2,500 from PACs Biggs receiving outside funding support from political action committees Incumbent Democrat Katie Hobbs has nearly $4.7 million cash […]
Arizona Democrats vote to remove party chair at chaotic, marathon meeting
Key Points: Arizona Democratic Party members ousted Chair Robert Branscomb after months of controversy The meeting was long and disorganized, resulting in frustration from many party members A new chair […]
No Labels Party candidates allowed to run despite complaint from party officials
Key Points: 9th Circuit Court rules Arizona No Labels Party can run candidates Judge Mendoza said he prioritizes voter participation over party control Ruling affects 36,785 No Labels Party members […]
Did Hobbs benefit from the Chinese land veto?
Many were shocked by the governor’s recent veto of SB1109. The bill aimed to place land ownership restrictions on the People’s Republic of China (PRC) as a measure to prevent […]
Special election in CD7 could provide crucial insight to Democrats in 2026
Key Points: CD7 will be the first election in the state since big losses for Democrats in 2024 Candidates hope the race will provide energy and clarity for Democrats running […]
Candidates for key 2026 races have begun fundraising
Key Points: Candidates for the 2026 elections have begun reporting their campaign finances Gov. Katie Hobbs leads the fundraising pack for governor Candidates for attorney general and secretary of state […]
2026 election fatigue is already hitting the Capitol
Key Points: The 2026 election has already begun in earnest in Arizona Consultants say voters are not ready to hear election news yet Only some issues in 2025 will impact […]
Battle to change how appeals judges are elected reaches Arizona Supreme Court
A long-fought legal battle to see state Court of Appeals judges stand for retention elections statewide, as opposed to by county of residence, is now under consideration by the state […]
Integrity, accuracy and speed – 3 principles of good election reform
Since our inception, the Democracy Defense Project has had three guiding principles: foster greater confidence in America’s election results, improve U.S. voter participation and move us beyond polarizing rhetoric. In […]
