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Hobbs Picks GOP Turncoat as Lt Governor | Salt Lake City News
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs just stunned the political scene by naming former Republican mayor John Giles, now an independent, as her running mate for lieutenant governor — a newly created position voters approved last year. Giles, who endorsed Hobbs in 2022 and even backed Kamala Harris, champions bipartisan progress and has long criticized partisan extremism. While Hobbs frames this as a move toward unity and practical governance, GOP challenger Andy Biggs is already attacking, calling Giles a Democrat in disguise and questioning his record. This bold pick is already dominating headlines…
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