Katie Hobbs Wins Second Term as Arizona Governor
Democrat Katie Hobbs has secured a second term as Arizona governor, defeating Republican Rep. Andy Biggs, as projected by CBS News.
Phoenix, AZ, November 3, 2026 —
Democrat Katie Hobbs has secured a second term as the governor of Arizona. Her victory over Republican opponent Rep. Andy Biggs was projected by CBS News.
The election results indicate that Hobbs will continue in the gubernatorial office for another four-year term. She previously won the governorship in the 2022 election, succeeding outgoing Republican Governor Doug Ducey. The race against Biggs was closely watched, with results determining the leadership of the state for the coming years.
Rep. Andy Biggs, who represents Arizona’s 5th congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives, sought to unseat the incumbent. His campaign focused on different policy approaches for the state’s future. However, projections from CBS News indicated that Hobbs maintained sufficient support to win reelection.
The projection by CBS News signifies the anticipated outcome of the gubernatorial contest. Further official certifications of the vote are typically part of the electoral process following the projection of results. The final tally will confirm the margin of victory and officially declare the winner. Details regarding the specific vote counts or the exact timeline for final certification were not immediately available in the projection announcement.
Governor Hobbs’s administration has focused on various policy areas during her first term. The outcome of this election means her policy agenda and leadership style will continue to shape Arizona’s governance. The race highlighted the ongoing political divisions within the state, with voters making a choice between the Democratic incumbent and her Republican challenger.
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