Congressman Raúl M. Grijalva Archives

Butierrez, Rivas, and Rodriguez Winner will be ‘Hail Mary’ for CD7 Special Election

May 15, 2025 2:55 pmMay 22, 2025 3:05 pm

As Arizona prepares for the special election set to fill Congressman Raúl Grijalva’s (D) open seat in the 7th Congressional District, three Republican candidates—Daniel Butierez, Jorge Rivas, and Jimmy Rodriguez—have emerged as contenders in the primary. The seat was left...

Week in Review: For the Week of March 16, 2025

March 22, 2025 2:25 pmMarch 28, 2025 8:30 am

High Profile, Controversial Rallies Hit Arizona Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez held a rally at Arizona State University in Tempe, criticizing figures like former President Donald Trump and Elon Musk for policies they argue harm the working and...

Hobbs Sets Date for CD7 Special Election

March 19, 2025 9:25 amMarch 26, 2025 2:07 pm

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs officially set the date for the CD7 special election, and candidates are lining up to fill the vacant seat. The Arizona Globe previously reported on the death of longtime Congressman Raul Grijalva. Governor Hobbs swiftly set...

OBITUARY: Arizona Congressman Raúl M. Grijalva

March 16, 2025 6:00 amMarch 22, 2025 2:26 pm

Raúl M. Grijalva, an advocate for environmental conservation, immigrant rights, and progressive values, passed away on March 13, 2025. The longtime leader spent over 50 years dedicated to public service. His lasting legacy will be his unwavering commitment to social...

WEEKLY NEWS REVIEW: For March 9-15, 2025

March 15, 2025 1:08 pmMarch 22, 2025 2:12 pm

Congressman Raúl Grijalva’s Passing Initiates CD7 Political Battle The passing of longtime Democrat Rep. Raúl Grijalva leaves a vacancy in Arizona’s 7th Congressional District, a race that Republicans see as an opportunity to gain ground with Hispanic and working-class voters....

AZ Rep. Raúl Grijalva’s Campaign Struggles Amid Health Issues

October 1, 2024 6:00 amOctober 8, 2024 10:04 am

Arizona’s 7th Congressional District is facing a crisis of uncertainty due to the absence of its elected representative, Democrat Raúl Grijalva. An incumbent since 2003, Grijalva’s health struggles and decreased public presence have sparked growing concerns over the future of...

Grijalva Cancer News Causes Speculation for CD7 Future

April 2, 2024 6:26 pmMay 14, 2024 9:13 am

With the sad news today that Congressman Raúl M. Grijalva has been diagnosed with cancer and is undergoing treatment, speculation has naturally turned to what the future holds for that district. While the Globe joins the good people of CD7...