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Sinema's Potential Senate Run Sparks Early Attack Ads

Despite not confirming her candidacy, Sinema faces criticism from both sides of the political spectrum, with her campaign spending and perceived disconnect with Arizona's needs under scrutiny.

Overview

  • Sen. Kyrsten Sinema (I-AZ) has not yet confirmed her plans for reelection, but her potential candidacy has prompted both Democratic and Republican groups to launch attack ads against her.
  • Republican Senate candidate Kari Lake and the pro-Gallego PAC, Replace Sinema, have both released TV ads criticizing Sinema's perceived disconnect with Arizona's needs.
  • Recent polls suggest a close race between Lake and Democratic Rep. Ruben Gallego, with Sinema trailing behind if she were to join the race.
  • Sinema has been criticized for her campaign spending, with the Replace Sinema PAC highlighting her expenditures on luxury travel and dining, funded by her campaign donors.
  • Despite not officially being in the race, Sinema has been working on bipartisan border security legislation, potentially boosting her image if she decides to run.