Former Arizona Governor Doug Ducey Endorses Trump and Kari Lake for 2024 Election

PHOENIX – In a surprising political shift, former Arizona Governor Doug Ducey has endorsed both former President Donald Trump and U.S. Senate candidate Kari Lake for the upcoming 2024 election. This endorsement marks a significant departure from Ducey’s previous stance, where he publicly denounced Lake’s claims of election fraud and resisted Trump’s pressure to overturn Arizona’s 2020 election results, which saw President Joe Biden win the state. Ducey, who served as governor from 2015 to 2023, made his endorsement known through a series of posts on social media platform X, stating, “I will be voting for Republicans up & down the ballot in November.” His endorsement comes despite a history of conflict with both Trump and Lake, including a notable incident in 2020 when Ducey silenced a call from Trump while certifying election results, a moment that underscored their strained relationship. The former governor’s change of heart has drawn criticism from various quarters, including former Democratic Party chair Michael Slugocki, who labeled the endorsement as “pathetic.” Critics argue that Ducey has prioritized political interests over the well-being of Arizonans, especially given his past comments about Lake misleading voters regarding the 2020 election. Ducey’s endorsement reflects a broader trend among Republican leaders who are aligning with Trump and his allies as they seek to consolidate support ahead of the 2024 elections, focusing on key issues such as border security, inflation, and international conflicts.