The election to replace the late Rep. Raúl Grijalva is ultimately expected to send a Democrat to Capitol Hill, putting pressure on House GOP leaders.

Tensions within the Democratic Party over age, representation and experience have roiled a special election primary in southwest Arizona, where a young, social media-savvy activist is taking on the daughter of Rep.

Next week’s Democratic primary for an open House seat in southern Arizona appears, on paper, to encapsulate the generational and ideological schisms that have split the party since its sweeping losses in 2024.

A special election for a vacant congressional seat in southern Arizona has become a tussle about the need for change in the party.

Following months of party infighting, Arizona’s top elected Democrats have broken ties with Chair Robert Branscomb and moved their fundraising operations elsewhere.

More than two-thirds (68%) of Arizona voters agree “our democracy is under threat and at risk for future generations.” This includes 84% of Democrats, 65% of independent and unaffiliated voters, and 60% of Republicans.