Kari Lake won the Republican Senate primary in Arizona and will face Democratic Rep. Ruben Gallego in a critical matchup. Lake, known for her support of former President Donald Trump, emerged as the winner with a significant lead over her opponents. Gallego, a Phoenix-area congressman and Marine veteran, ran unopposed in the Democratic primary. The race will play a key role in determining partisan control of the Senate. Lake, who previously ran for governor and promoted Trump’s false claims about the 2020 election, is heavily relying on the former president’s endorsement in her Senate campaign. Gallego has a financial advantage heading into the general election. Meanwhile, Arizona also held notable House primaries, including former state Sen. Kirsten Engel advancing to the general election in the 6th District, setting up a rematch with GOP Rep. Juan Ciscomani. This race is considered a toss-up by experts. Arizona’s political landscape is crucial as the state is a battleground for both the presidential race and Senate control. Gallego and Lake will now focus on appealing to a broader electorate in the swing state.
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Kari Lake emerges victorious in Arizona GOP Senate primary, paving the way for crucial showdown with Democrat Ruben Gallego
