Rubio Endorses Lake for Senate

PHOENIX — U.S. Senator Marco Rubio has officially endorsed Arizona Republican Kari Lake in her campaign for the Senate, emphasizing her commitment to key issues such as border security, economic growth, and pro-family policies. In a statement to The Post, Rubio expressed pride in supporting Lake, describing her as a "proven fighter" who will represent the interests of all Arizonans. This endorsement adds to the growing list of over 30 Republican senators backing Lake's candidacy. Lake, who previously ran for governor in 2022, expressed her gratitude for Rubio's endorsement, highlighting her eagerness to collaborate with him in the Senate to address national challenges. Additionally, she has received support from businesswoman Karrin Taylor Robson, who was her rival in the gubernatorial race. The political landscape is competitive, with U.S. Representative Ruben Gallego, a Democrat from Phoenix, also vying for the Senate seat being vacated by Independent Senator Kyrsten Sinema. Current polling indicates a tight race, with Gallego holding a slight lead over Lake. RealClearPolitics’ average shows Gallego ahead by 3.4%, while a recent poll from Remington Research Group indicates a tie at 47%. The political climate in Arizona is further complicated by the presidential race, where former President Donald Trump maintains a narrow lead over Democratic nominee Kamala Harris, contributing to the state's classification as a "toss-up" by the Cook Political Report. As the campaign progresses, Lake has been actively engaging in key issues, recently leading a Republican news conference focused on border policy, coinciding with a rally held by Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz in Glendale, Arizona.