Hobbs Picks Giles in Historic Move | Tucson News

Arizona’s Democratic Governor Katie Hobbs is making a historic gamble for reelection by pairing with former Mesa Mayor John Giles, an independent who once ran as a Republican and now endorses Democrats — including Kamala Harris. With Arizona voters electing a lieutenant governor for the first time ever, Hobbs hopes this bipartisan ticket will bridge the state’s growing conservative lean and win over swing voters. Giles, who spent 10 years leading Mesa and has criticized Trump, sees himself as a conservative problem-solver focused on Arizona’s needs. Meanwhile, GOP candidate Andy Biggs counters by highlighting Giles’ past Democratic endorsements, questioning his independence — while also choosing Sine Kerr, a farmer and ex-lawmaker, to energize his base. The new lieutenant governor role itself was approved by voters to ensure leadership continuity in a state with a history of early gubernatorial exits. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f876cadcce3cbe97