Andy Biggs easily defeats David Schweikert, wins GOP nomination for governor

By: Caitlin Sievers

Outlets: Arizona Mirror

Published: July 22, 2026

Words: 632

Last Updated: 1 week, 5 days ago

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U.S. Rep. Andy Biggs trounced his chief opponent, fellow Congressman David Schweikert, in the Republican primary for Arizona governor on Tuesday.

Biggs, who is endorsed by President Donald Trump, had such a massive lead in the early election night results that the Associated Press called the race for him just as the Secretary of State’s Office posted the first batch of results just after 8 p.m.

“I am deeply honored to be chosen by Arizona …

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