Arizona Senate Race Heats Up: Gallego vs. Lake

Following Sen. Sinema's retirement, the contest narrows to a pivotal battle between Democrat Gallego and Republican Lake, with both campaigns showing strong fundraising.

After Sen. Kyrsten Sinema's retirement announcement, Arizona's Senate race narrows to a key contest between Rep. Ruben Gallego and Kari Lake.
Gallego's campaign raised over $1 million from nearly 24,000 donors within 24 hours of Sinema's announcement, signaling strong Democratic support.
Lake's campaign reported raising $330,000 at a Republican fundraiser in Washington, D.C., showcasing significant GOP backing.
Political analysts consider the race a toss-up, highlighting Arizona's status as a battleground state.
Lake's efforts to appeal to D.C. lobbyists and moderate her image are met with skepticism and criticism.