It’s the fourth consecutive Senate race Democrats have won in Arizona, NBC News projects, even as Donald Trump carried the state in the presidential race.

Summary

Democrat Ruben Gallego has won Arizona’s Senate seat, defeating Republican Kari Lake in a closely watched race.

Gallego will replace Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, marking Arizona’s fourth consecutive Democratic Senate win as the state trends centrist.

Gallego, once a progressive firebrand, shifted to a moderate stance, securing support from key groups like a major police union and emphasizing bipartisan issues like border security and veteran services.

Lake’s hardline MAGA persona failed to resonate widely, trailing Gallego in both votes and fundraising. Gallego framed his victory as a testament to perseverance and inclusivity.

  • dhork@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    13 days ago

    They’re also still counting votes in PA. It’s possible that Senate race goes to a mandatory recount if Casey gains just a tiny bit more.