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Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs chooses former Republican as running mate in re-election bid

NBC News Politics·August 11, 2026·1 min read
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs chooses former Republican as running mate in re-election bid

Arizona Democratic Governor Katie Hobbs selected a former Republican as her running mate for the November re-election bid. The choice aims to broaden her appeal across party lines in a competitive state. Hobbs faces a challenging race amid tight margins in recent Arizona elections. The running mate's background as a former Republican is expected to attract moderate and independent voters.

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