David Schweikert Secures Eighth Term in Key Arizona Congressional Race

Despite a district trending towards the center, Schweikert fends off Democratic challenger Amish Shah.

David Schweikert, a Republican, won reelection in Arizona's 1st Congressional District, maintaining his seat for an eighth term.
The district, which includes areas like Scottsdale and north Phoenix, has been shifting away from its Republican stronghold status since 2016.
Amish Shah, a Democratic challenger and former state lawmaker, campaigned on reducing housing and healthcare costs, but was unable to overcome Schweikert's incumbency.
Schweikert's victory comes despite past ethics scandals involving campaign finance violations, which have previously tarnished his reputation.
The race was closely watched as part of a broader trend in Arizona, where multiple key races remain highly competitive and undecided.