Overview
- Swoboda becomes the first high-profile Republican to enter the race for the seat Rep. David Schweikert is vacating to run for governor.
- She says she will remain Arizona Republican Party chair until January and has resigned her election policy adviser role at the state House.
- President Trump publicly endorsed Swoboda, a boost that could influence the GOP primary in a closely watched district.
- Arizona’s 1st Congressional District spans parts of Phoenix, Scottsdale, Fountain Hills, and Paradise Valley and is rated a toss-up by the Cook Political Report.
- Democrats are fielding competitive contenders, with state lawmaker Amish Shah and former journalist Marlene Galán-Woods viewed as leading candidates; Schweikert edged Shah 51.9% to 48.1% in 2024.