In GOP governor debate, Biggs sets sights on Hobbs while Schweikert tries to slow him down

By: Caitlin Sievers

Outlets: Arizona Mirror

Published: June 18, 2026

Words: 961

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 1 day ago

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Republican U.S. Rep. Andy Biggs told Arizonans on Wednesday evening that he’s got the best chance of beating Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs in November.

Biggs’ chief opponent in the Republican primary for Arizona governor, U.S. Rep. David Schweikert, countered that he is the better, more moderate candidate to appeal to the state’s growing share of independent voters.

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