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Arizona Republicans locked horns in a high-stakes primary, setting the stage for a fiery general election showdown. In the governor’s race, hardline Trump-backed Congressman Andy Biggs faces off against moderate, business-friendly David Schweikert — a split reflecting the GOP’s internal tug-of-war over direction. Voters like Kate Rouleau backed Biggs for his Trump-aligned stance on border security and education, while Schweikert aims to woo weary moderates with fiscal responsibility. Elsewhere, Republicans also picked nominees for secretary of state and attorney general — roles with outsized influence over Arizona’s election machinery, especially after the 2020 controversies. Polling glitches in Maricopa County, the state’s electoral heart, added drama — power outages and tech hiccups drew national scrutiny. With swing districts and statewide races looming, Arizona’s political future hangs in the balance — and the stakes couldn’t be higher.

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