Arizona Democrats won control of the state Legislature and retained the governor’s office
Arizona Democrats won control of both legislative chambers, completing the party’s first state government trifecta since 1966 alongside Gov. Katie Hobbs’ reelection. The Associated Press called enough legislative races Friday to confirm the flips. Rep. Oscar De Los Santos, the legislature’s top Democrat this year, said the party’s affordability message resonated with voters.
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Arizona Democrats won control of both chambers of the state Legislature and retained the governor’s office, giving the party its first trifecta in the state since 1966, the Associated Press reported. The AP called enough legislative races Friday to confirm both chambers had flipped. Democrats secured at least 17 seats in the state Senate, where 16 are needed for a majority, and 31 seats in the House, where 31 are needed, according to KJZZ’s report of AP results. Gov. Katie Hobbs was reelected, completing the party’s control of state government. Arizona Rep. Oscar De Los Santos, described as the legislature’s top Democrat this year, said voters responded to the party’s focus on affordability. Democrats have indicated they may pursue reforms and restrictions on Arizona’s universal school voucher system, as well as social programs and financial relief.
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- PBS News (with Associated Press) — Democrats win the Arizona House, Senate and governor's office for the first time since 1966 | PBS News
- KJZZ Public Radio — Democrats win control of Arizona House, Senate and Governor’s Office for the first time in 60 years
- fox10phoenix.com — Arizona Democrats win legislative control, securing first state trifecta since 1966 | FOX 10 Phoenix
Verifier’s note
KJZZ’s Cronkite News, PBS News carrying the Associated Press, and FOX 10 Phoenix all report that Democrats won both Arizona legislative chambers and the governor’s office, creating the state’s first Democratic trifecta since 1966. Their reports were published on November 6, consistent with the proposed timing.