2024 Arizona Election Races Heat Up

In Arizona's 1st Congressional District, Democrat Amish Shah and incumbent Republican David Schweikert will face off in the November 5 election. Shah, an ER doctor and state representative, focuses on healthcare and education reform, advocating for universal coverage and better funding for public schools. Schweikert, seeking his eighth term, has a history marred by ethics violations but narrowly retained his seat in the 2022 election. Meanwhile, Maricopa County, key in determining the next US president, is experiencing a political shift with a growing number of unaffiliated voters. In the Maricopa County recorder race, Republican Justin Heap and Democrat Tim Stringham are contesting, with Heap questioning past election results and Stringham focusing on defending voting rights. Across Arizona, competitive races in both state and congressional districts highlight the state's pivotal role in national politics this election cycle.