- Arizona gubernatorial race: Hobbs vs. Biggs amid Trump influence
- A gubernatorial race is underway in Arizona, featuring candidates Katie Hobbs, Andy Biggs, and David Schweikert, with Biggs receiving the endorsement of Donald Trump.
Arizona Gubernatorial Race Marked by Contract Oversight and Political Attacks
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What happened
A 9-year-old boy died in an Arizona group home after complications from Type 1 diabetes, following missed insulin doses. The incident led to scrutiny of Sunshine Residential Homes, Arizona's largest group home provider, and allegations of political favors involving Katie Hobbs. Separately, Katie Hobbs criticized Andy Biggs for allegedly blocking 2013 legislation in Arizona that would have disbanded a police department in Colorado City.
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Why it matters
The allegations of political favors and rate increases for Sunshine Residential Homes raise questions about the state's oversight of congregate-care capacity and contractors in Arizona. The political rivalry between Katie Hobbs and Andy Biggs is also a central issue in the state's gubernatorial race.
A gubernatorial race is underway in Arizona, featuring candidates Katie Hobbs, Andy Biggs, and David Schweikert, with Donald Trump providing total endorsement and vocal support to a candidate trailing in a gubernatorial race poll.
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Who's involved
- Katie HobbsGovernor of Arizona, whose administration is under scrutiny regarding contractor oversight.
- Andy BiggsPolitical rival competing against Katie Hobbs for the governorship of Arizona.
- Donald TrumpProvided political endorsement and vocal support to a candidate in the gubernatorial race.
- ArizonaThe state where the gubernatorial race and group home incident occurred.
How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Katie Hobbs criticized Andy Biggs for taking credit, while also highlighting her governance of Arizona's economy.Sub-event
- Jake Hoffman issued subpoenas regarding Katie Hobbs' administration and provided funds to aid Andy Biggs' political goals.Sub-event
- In the Arizona gubernatorial race, Katie Hobbs vetoed bills passed by the state legislature.Sub-event
Gubernatorial race in Arizona focuses on candidate fitness and police disbandment legislation.1 source
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A gubernatorial race is underway in Arizona, featuring candidates Katie Hobbs, Andy Biggs, and David Schweikert, with Biggs receiving the endorsement of Donald Trump.Also in this story
- Arizona voters supported Donald Trump, while Katie Hobbs serves as the governor in the state.
- Donald Trump campaigned for Andy Biggs, who is challenging Katie Hobbs in the Arizona gubernatorial race.
- Donald Trump rallied in Bullhead City while Andy Biggs was named the gubernatorial nominee and Susie Lee and Marty O'Donnell announced their runs.
- Trump's political pressure and influence are impacting the Arizona gubernatorial race, involving candidates Katie Hobbs, Doug Ducey, and Warren Petersen.
Within Arizona gubernatorial race: Hobbs vs. Biggs amid Trump influence
The entities involved
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Arizona
state of the United States of America
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Andy Biggs
American politician (born 1958)
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Katie Hobbs
Governor of Arizona since 2023
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