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Democratic Arizona governor picks Republican-turned-independent as running mate
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: AP via Scripps News Group , as published by KXXV (ABC 25) News
· August 11, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The governor's decision is seen as an attempt to appeal to a broader range of voters.
Arizona's governor is seeking reelection. A former mayor has been chosen to join her campaign. This individual previously held Republican affiliation but made a change recently. The governor's decision is seen as an attempt to appeal to a broader range of voters. Her current position is considered vulnerable. Further information about this development can be found through KXXV news sources.
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Category: government ·
Published: August 11, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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