Biggs takes step toward launching Arizona governor's bid

Rep. Andy Biggs (R-Ariz.) announced on Tuesday that he has filed a statement of interest for an Arizona gubernatorial bid ahead of the 2026 election.

“Arizona has a bright future but will need strong leadership to reach its full potential. I have been honored to serve Arizona at the state and federal levels and will bring my experience home to my native state to help it fulfill its tremendous capacity,” Biggs said in a statement posted on X.

“I have a firm understanding of what the state needs to thrive,” he continued. “I look forward to conversing with my fellow Arizonans as I consider this weighty decision.”

Biggs, a member of the House Freedom Caucus who has represented Arizona’s 5th Congressional District since 2017, is one of the first major names to formally file a statement of interest in the race.

Former Arizona gubernatorial candidate Karrin Taylor Robson, who ran for the job in 2022 and lost to Kari Lake, is another name who might enter the race again. President Trump endorsed Taylor Robson while in Phoenix last month despite the fact that she hadn’t announced a bid at the time.

Taylor Robson, however, did little to shake off the speculation from Trump’s remarks, writing in a post on X: “President @realDonaldTrump is a president for all Americans. I am beyond honored to have his support. Thank you Mr. President for everything you do for our country and for the great State of Arizona.”

Republicans see Arizona as a potential pickup opportunity after Lake lost to Gov. Katie Hobbs (D) in the 2022 general election.

Hobbs is up for reelection next year, and Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes (D) is reportedly considering a run himself.

Trump beat former Vice President Harris in the state by 5.5 points in November.

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