Overview
- Kari Lake refused to admit her 2022 gubernatorial defeat, drawing criticism during the Arizona Senate debate.
- Ruben Gallego focused on Lake's election denial and shifting abortion stance, portraying her as untrustworthy.
- Lake attacked Gallego's record on border security, linking him to President Biden's policies and accusing him of supporting open borders.
- Gallego emphasized his military service and the need for bipartisan cooperation, contrasting with Lake's alignment with Trump.
- The debate is pivotal in the race to replace outgoing independent Senator Kyrsten Sinema, with control of the U.S. Senate at stake.