Party Business Archives - Arizona Globe

Petersen, Glassman Slam Mayes after Latest ‘Alternate Electors’ Loss

June 5, 2026 3:20 pmJune 5, 2026 4:51 pm

GOP primary rivals Warren Petersen and Rodney Glassman have both condemned Arizona’s Democrat incumbent, Kris Mayes, for yet another loss in her case against the alternate electors from the 2020 Presidential election. Both men expressed dismay over what many consider...

Petersen, Glassman Clash in Fiery AG Debate

May 29, 2026 4:32 pmJune 5, 2026 4:52 pm

SCOTTSDALE — Abuse allegations and pointed attacks on legal experience dominated the heated Republican Attorney General primary debate Thursday night, as Senate President Warren Petersen and attorney Rodney Glassman traded sharp exchanges. The debate, hosted by the Citizens Clean Elections...

Chaplik, Biasiucci see Dems’ Project 2029 as Potential Opportunity

May 26, 2026 4:50 pmJune 5, 2026 4:52 pm

PHOENIX — Arizona Republicans view Democrats’ emerging “Project 2029” blueprint as a potential blessing, one that could clearly showcase the policy differences between the two parties heading into the midterms. The Democrat effort, modeled after the conservative Project 2025, aims...

King, Dunham LD17 Fight Highlights Growing Battle Inside AZ GOP

May 17, 2026 12:56 pmJune 3, 2026 8:46 am

Legislative District 17 (LD17) is shaping up to be one of Arizona’s most closely watched Republican primaries in 2026. Republican State Senator Vince Leach announced he will not seek reelection just two years after defeating former Senator Justine Wadsack in...

Hobbs in Trouble as Dems Face Severe Fundraising Deficit

April 24, 2026 11:20 amMay 15, 2026 7:41 am

PHOENIX– The Arizona Democratic Party enters the critical 2026 midterm election cycle with a severe cash crunch that highlights a broader national fundraising gap favoring Republicans. According to recent campaign finance filings, the state party reported a negative cash balance...

Kolodin Momentum Grows After Election Case Win, Endorsements

April 20, 2026 3:03 pmMay 15, 2026 7:43 am

State Representative Alexander Kolodin is building early momentum in Arizona’s Secretary of State race, combining high-profile political support, a major legal victory tied to election authority, and backing from a national grassroots organization. Kolodin confirmed he has received support from...

Hernandez Ballot Challenge Fails as Perez Vows Appeal

April 17, 2026 3:49 pmMay 15, 2026 7:42 am

State Representative Alma Hernandez (D-20) will remain on the ballot in the Democratic primary for Arizona’s Legislative District 20 Senate seat after a court rejected a legal challenge seeking to disqualify her candidacy. The challenge, filed by opponent Rocque Perez,...