Giles Joins Hobbs in Arizona Governor Race | Salt Lake City News

Salt Lake City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 13, 2026 · 1m

Arizona’s governor race just got hotter—and more complicated—with Democrat Katie Hobbs selecting former Republican-turned-independent John Giles as her running mate. Giles, a well-known East Valley figure with strong ties to the Latter-day Saint community, says he’s joining forces to “lower the political temperature,” criticizing Trump-aligned GOP politics and calling for less partisanship. But Republican nominee Andy Biggs sees it as a cynical move, accusing Hobbs of avoiding debates and highlighting her veto record. He also disputes her claims on cost-of-living relief, pointing to rising…