Arizona Republicans are considering strategies to counter a proposed constitutional amendment to expand abortion access, as revealed in a leaked document. The document outlines plans to offer alternative measures under misleading titles, such as "Protecting Pregnant Women and Safe Abortions Act," and to introduce conflicting constitutional amendments. This sheds light on how the party pushes for extreme abortion measures while misleading voters about their true intentions.
Kari Lake, a Trump-backed candidate for the Arizona GOP, was met with boos and jeers as she nominated Gina Swoboda, who was endorsed by Trump, as the new party chair after Jeff DeWit's resignation over a leaked recording scandal. Swoboda, known for spreading false claims about the election system, won the majority of votes and replaced DeWit, who was caught on tape appearing to offer Lake money to stay out of the Senate race. The shift toward far-right control of the party in Arizona comes as Lake is the frontrunner for the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate, expected to face Rep. Ruben Gallego in the general election.
Arizona GOP chair Jeff DeWit resigned after a recording surfaced of him offering Kari Lake a job in exchange for quitting her U.S. Senate race, prompting accusations of betrayal and corruption. DeWit cited a potential release of a damaging recording as the reason for his resignation, while Lake criticized his actions and called the recording "corrupt." The recording, made a year ago, revealed DeWit urging Lake to consider leaving the Senate race and doubting Trump's chances of reelection. The Arizona GOP will need to fill the vacancy left by DeWit's resignation.
Arizona GOP chairman Jeff DeWit resigns amid pressure from GOP Senate candidate Kari Lake after a leaked audio recording revealed a conversation in which DeWit discussed financial benefits for Lake staying out of the 2024 Senate race. DeWit claimed Lake threatened to release a more damaging recording if he did not resign. Lake's senior advisers denied the allegations, while DeWit stated that the conversation was intended to offer perspective, not coercion. The controversy highlights the ongoing turmoil within the Arizona GOP, with the state poised to play a pivotal role in the 2024 elections.
Arizona GOP Chairman Jeff DeWit resigned after a leaked recording revealed him offering a job and asking U.S. Senate candidate Kari Lake to name a price that would keep her out of politics. DeWit's departure comes as the Republican Party in Arizona gears up for a crucial election, and the leaked recording has caused a stir in the state's political landscape. The recording, leaked before a fundraiser for the Arizona GOP, has led to DeWit's resignation and raised questions about Lake's use of recordings in her public appearances.
Arizona GOP Chairman Jeff DeWit resigned after a leaked recording revealed him offering a job and asking U.S. Senate candidate Kari Lake to name a price to stay out of politics. DeWit denied intending to bribe Lake, stating he was offering candid advice as a friend. The recording, leaked before a Trump fundraiser for the Arizona GOP, has shaken up the party in a battleground state. Meanwhile, Lake, known for recording confrontations, has used the leaked recording to bolster her image as an outsider. DeWit's resignation comes amid a tumultuous period for state GOP chairs, with the Florida GOP chairman also leaving amid a police investigation.
Arizona GOP chair Jeff DeWit has resigned following the release of a leaked audio recording in which he appears to be discussing a potential bribe with former gubernatorial candidate Kari Lake. DeWit claims the tape was selectively edited and used deceptively, while Lake's campaign denies any threats or blackmail. DeWit's resignation comes amid growing controversy, with the Lake campaign calling for ethical leadership and focusing on winning in 2024.
The Arizona GOP has rejected a proposal by election deniers to opt out of the state's government-run presidential primary election in 2024 and instead hold their own one-day, in-person election with paper ballots counted by hand. The decision has caused anxiety among top Republicans in Washington, who fear being drawn into a messy fight. The rejection highlights the divide within the party between conservatives who want to change voting procedures after Trump's 2020 defeat and those who accept his loss. The proposal has sparked discussions among Trump campaign advisers and Arizona officials, but the state party leader concluded that they lack the resources to run such an election. Arizona Democrats have confirmed their participation in the traditional government-run primary.
