Hobbs outspends Biggs by $12m in Arizona governor race

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 20 Oct, 05:02 · Archive

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has outspent Republican challenger Andy Biggs by $12 million in the race for governor, according to the latest campaign finance reports. Hobbs' campaign has spent more than $17 million on the race while Biggs has spent just over $5 million. The gap widens significantly when outside spending is included, with two weeks remaining until Election Day.

Outside groups are heavily involved in the race. The Democratic Governors Association has spent $14 million supporting Hobbs, whilst the Navajo County Democratic Committee has spent over $33 million for Hobbs and other Democratic candidates. Combined, outside groups have spent over $21 million on the race to support Biggs or attack Hobbs, with Turning Point USA being the most prominent conservative advocacy group involved.

Some voters expressed concern about the scale of spending for a position that pays $95,000 a year. Edward Garcia said 'I think there's definitely too much money in politics', whilst Amelia Dominguez described the spending as 'exaggerated' and 'ridiculous'. Christine Jones said 'I don't know that I necessarily agree with large outside interests influencing the Arizona election'.

Hobbs outspends Biggs by $12m in Arizona governor race — Image: KOLD

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Hobbs outspends Biggs by millions in Arizona governor’s raceArizona Gov. Katie Hobbs, a Democrat, has outspent Republican challenger Andy Biggs by $12 million in the race for governor, according to campaign finance reports.KOLD · 20 Oct, 03:26
Hobbs outspends Biggs by millions in Arizona governor’s raceArizona Gov. Katie Hobbs, a Democrat, has outspent Republican challenger Andy Biggs by $12 million in the race for governor, according to campaign finance reports.Azfamily · 20 Oct, 03:26

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