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MAGA candidates keep losing in Arizona. Andy Biggs is out to break the trend
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by CNN Newsource , KVIA ABC-7
· July 21, 2026
· 8 min read
By Steve Contorno, CNN Gilbert, Arizona (CNN) — Rep. Andy Biggs, the leading Republican candidate for Arizona governor, likes to tell supporters about the time he teamed up with the late Sen. John McCain to pass a law that helped American Indian tribes send alerts when children go missing. It’s a...
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Key takeaway Kari Lake, the Republican nominee for governor in 2022, famously encouraged McCain Republicans to “ get the hell out ” of one of her campaign events.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The dynamics at play in Arizona's gubernatorial race have implications for El Paso's neighboring state, particularly in terms of public safety. As a border city, El Paso's law enforcement and emergency services often collaborate with their Arizona counterparts. The outcome of Arizona's election could influence the tone and direction of these partnerships, especially if Rep. Andy Biggs' stance on border security and law enforcement differs from that of the current governor. El Paso residents may be watching the Arizona race closely, given the potential impact on regional cooperation and resource allocation. Additionally, the fact that Arizona has a large number of registered Republicans, yet has seen recent Democratic victories, may offer insights for El Paso's own political landscape, where similar demographic shifts are occurring. As the Arizona election unfolds, El Pasoans may be looking for signs of how the results could affect their own community's safety and security initiatives.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 21, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 8 min
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What is this story about? By Steve Contorno, CNN Gilbert, Arizona (CNN) — Rep. Andy Biggs, the leading Republican candidate for Arizona governor, likes to tell supporters about the time he teamed up with the late Sen. John McCain to pass a law that helped American Indian tribes send alerts when children go missing. It’s a...
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