Adelita Grijalva defeats Deja Foxx in Arizona primary election

In a recent Democratic primary election in Arizona, social media influencer Deja Foxx was narrowly defeated by Adelita Grijalva, the daughter of the late Congressman Raúl Grijalva. With 77 percent of votes counted, Grijalva received 62 percent while Foxx garnered 21.1 percent. The primary was triggered by the passing of Raúl Grijalva in March 2025 due to complications from cancer treatment. This election was significant as it took place in Arizona’s 7th district, which is heavily Democratic-leaning, making the winner a favorite for the general election scheduled for September 23, 2025. The Democratic party establishment and various prominent figures within the party endorsed Grijalva, supporting her campaign as she aimed to continue her father's legacy in the region. Meanwhile, Foxx had the backing of the Leaders We Deserve PAC, founded by David Hogg, with the intent of promoting younger progressive candidates. However, despite her substantial social media presence and previous work as a political content creator, Foxx fell behind in the primary. The internal polling from her campaign initially suggested a close race; however, the final results showcased a substantial lead for Grijalva. Following her victory, Grijalva expressed on social media that her win was not just a personal achievement but a triumph for the community and the progressive values championed by her father for over five decades. The win for Grijalva indicates the ongoing influence of established political families in American politics, especially in contexts heavily influenced by party leaders and grassroots support.