Arizona Secretary of State Considers Challenging Hobbs in Governor Race

Arizona's Secretary of State, Adrian Fontes, is considering a primary challenge against Governor Katie Hobbs, reflecting internal Democratic Party tensions following disappointing 2024 election results. Fontes, encouraged by some Democrats who view Hobbs as politically vulnerable, has not yet decided on running. Hobbs, who narrowly defeated a Republican opponent in 2022, faces criticism for her campaign strategies and handling of Latino voter concerns, though she retains significant support from party leaders and a majority approval rating among Arizonans.