Ruben Gallego Leads Kari Lake in Arizona Senate Race

Gallego's appeal to diverse voters and Lake's controversial stances shape the race's dynamic as early voting begins.

Ruben Gallego, a Democrat, is leading in polls against Republican Kari Lake in the Arizona Senate race, with a 50% to 42% advantage.
Gallego's campaign has successfully attracted a diverse voter base, including disaffected Republicans and former Trump supporters, contributing to his lead.
Kari Lake, endorsed by Donald Trump, faces challenges due to her controversial positions and election denialism, which have alienated some conservative and independent voters.
The race is marked by split-ticket voting, with some voters supporting Trump for president but favoring Gallego for the Senate.
Gallego's personal story and moderate stance on issues like immigration have resonated with Arizona voters, while Lake focuses heavily on border security and abortion restrictions.