Summary

Democratic Congressman Ruben Gallego has won the Arizona Senate race, becoming the state’s first Latino senator and defeating far-right candidate Kari Lake.

Gallego will replace Kyrsten Sinema, a former Democrat turned independent who did not seek re-election.

Gallego’s lead in fundraising and consistent polling advantage helped secure his 50% to 48% victory. Lake struggled to attract moderate Republicans and independents, partly due to her past criticisms of John McCain.

This win gives Republicans a 52-47 Senate majority, as Democrats lost seats in West Virginia, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Montana.

  • @[email protected]
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    fedilink
    239 days ago

    Id much have her in a position where she will inevitablely fuck up and be fired (his turnover ratio is insane for a Stable Genius) over a 6 year appointment.

    • Flying Squid
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      129 days ago

      That’s a good point, although they don’t all fuck up and get fired.

      On the other hand, a cabinet-level position has far more power than a single senator.