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Hobbs Picks GOP Turncoat as VP | Tulsa News
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Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs is betting big on unity by selecting John Giles, a former Republican mayor turned independent, as her running mate — a bold, bipartisan gamble in a state that’s historically red. Giles, who’s criticized Trump and endorsed Democrats, brings a conservative-but-independent voice to balance Hobbs’ progressive platform, aiming to woo swing voters as she faces a tough reelection bid. While the new lieutenant governor role adds political weight, it also heightens scrutiny — especially as GOP rival Andy Biggs’ VP pick, Sine Kerr, leans rural to counterbalance his urban base. Giles’ past support for Harris and LGBTQ+ equality could stir debate within the Democratic base, but Hobbs frames this as pragmatic governance — a risky, high-stakes play in one of the nation’s most watched races.
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