Key Races to Watch in Arizona’s Primary Elections

As Arizona gears up for its primary elections, several key races are drawing significant attention, particularly in the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives. Representative Ruben Gallego, a Democrat from Phoenix, has been running unopposed in his party's primary for a crucial Senate seat. This follows Senator Kyrsten Sinema's decision not to seek re-election after leaving the Democratic Party in 2022, solidifying the Democratic landscape for the upcoming election. On the Republican side, the primary contest between Kari Lake and Pinal County Sheriff Mark Lamb is expected to be fiercely competitive. Lake, who previously ran a controversial campaign for governor, is working to unify a divided Republican base in Arizona as she seeks to secure her position for the Senate race. In the House of Representatives, Democrats are eyeing two significant opportunities to regain control. In the Sixth Congressional District, Kirsten Engel is set to run unopposed in the Democratic primary, positioning her to challenge incumbent Republican Representative Juan Ciscomani in the general election. This race is seen as a critical battleground for Democrats aiming to flip seats in the House. As the primaries approach, the outcomes in these races could have substantial implications for both parties, shaping the political landscape in Arizona and influencing the broader national context ahead of the fall elections.