Subscribe today. I dont think thats what our founders had in mind when they used the democratic process to elect our leaders, our form of self-governance. "This was not a perfect election," he said. Maricopa Countys five supervisors voted unanimously to certify the results of the Nov. 8 election after a tense four-hour public meeting filled with outbursts from the audience. } Monday is the deadline for counties to certify election results, and Cochise is not meeting again on election matters until Friday. Katie Hobbs, the Democratic secretary of state in Arizona, who gained national attention for her stalwart defense of the states electoral system in the aftermath .election_results_text { Secretary Fontes served on active duty from 1992 to 1996 and was nominated for a meritorious commission. letter-spacing: .04em; In the U.S. Senate race that year, Democrat Kyrsten Sinema initially trailed GOP rival Martha McSally in election night counts. Any votes returned close to Election Day take longer to count as officials must verify signatures and process the ballots themselves. But there is a third option: get the job done, Ms. Hobbs says in the video announcement. } } "I vote aye under duress, Gould said. The canvass is required by law and is the full accounting of ballots cast, Gates said. [32][33] She was the first Democrat to hold the post since Richard Mahoney left office in 1995. All qualified candidates can run against the incumbent. English voted against further delay of the canvass earlier Monday. In her complaint, Hobbs said the Cochise board's decision to let Monday's deadline for certification lapse without any action "disenfranchises tens of thousands of voters in Cochise County.". Hamadeh on Nov. 22 filed a legal complaint asking a judge not only to prevent certification of the Nov. 8 election results but, if appropriate, also to certify the election to Hamadeh. border: 1px solid #999; Copyright 2021 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. display: block; font-weight: 300; Given what was known about Mr. Kern before this audit, and his inclusion regardless, one must wonder what procedures are truly being used to recruit and screen others involved in the counting of ballots, Hobbs wrote in the letter. display: inline-block; Chairman Bill Gates previously said that the county would certify the results of the election, even as a handful of other counties delayed their canvasses. For most of the 110 years since Arizona became the nation's 48th state, canvass day was a routine marker the day that put a period to the tallying in most counties. padding-bottom: 8px; } On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. The Democrat faced a barrage of attacks from Trump supporters who tried to falsely contend the 2020 election was stolen. Doug Ducey, a Republican, will leave office in January, turning over the helm of the state to Arizona's fifth female governor, whether its Lake or Hobbs ultimately declared the winner. We did our job, she said in a video announcing her bid. Here in Arizona, the main opposition is coming from the Arizona Secretary of State, far left Katie Hobbs. About 1% of total ballots cast ultimately couldnt be counted at polling sites by those machines, officials said, but were later tallied at the countys elections center. 5 things to know about Arizona's Democratic governor", "Katie Hobbs, Secretary of State from Arizona", "Running Women Q&A: Katie Hobbs is Itching to Fight Voter Suppression", "New lawmaker profile: Rep. Katie Hobbs, D-Phoenix", "Connecting with Secretary of State Katie Hobbs", "A Black staffer in the Arizona Senate wins $2.75M judgement in discrimination case", "Fired Senate staffer awarded millions in discrimination suit", "Democratic state Sen. Katie Hobbs will seek to unseat Arizona Secretary of State Michele Reagan", "AP: Steve Gaynor Arizona's next Secretary of State", "I'm in this to win it and it's still too close to call. Incumbents are bolded and underlined. Since then, multiple election audits have been conducted in Maricopa County, which is home to most of Arizonas voters but none of the audits has revealed any fraud or other irregularities. "After disappearing for weeks, Katie Hobbs now recognizes she messed up so badly that shes issued a straight-to-camera apology video," RNC spokesperson Ben Petersen said. padding-bottom: 5px; There were no incumbents in this race. Katie Hobbs advanced from the Democratic primary for Arizona Secretary of State on August 28, 2018. I think the question is, are these 'late earlies' going to be more like 2020 or more like 2018? Cani asked. The recall effort was organized by a group called We the People AZ Alliance. width: 100%; Election workers were actively implementing a settings change to solve the problem by 11:30 a.m., they said Monday. Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way, INTERACTIVE RADAR: Tracking winter storm in Arizona. top: 0px; Art Hamilton who is a former House Minority Leader announced he is supporting businessman Marco Lopez for Governor. In the case of other elected officials, there is no six-month limit for subsequent terms in office.[4]. When youre under attack, some would have you believe you have two choices: fight or give in. Catch up on the latest news and stories on the 12 News YouTube channel. } Hobbs has been one of the most vocal opponents of the audit, which shes lambasted as a farce. In a blistering Wednesday letter to Ken Bennett, who is serving as the liaison between auditors and the Arizona Senate, Hobbs said she had several concerns regarding the ongoing recount, including red flags concerning Cyber Ninjas and its processes. She toured the state speaking to voters in what she often described as a job interview, portraying herself as a change agent and fighter against everything from border cartels to the media. } } [33], Hobbs was sworn in as secretary of state on January 7, 2019. font-size: 2em; Secretary Hobbs has a Bachelor of Social Work from Northern Arizona University and a Master of Social Work from Arizona State University. .results_row.winner { By entering your email and clicking Sign Up, you're agreeing to let us send you customized marketing messages about us and our advertising partners. https://t.co/kKoc3g02Io. Hobbs, 52, relied on her national profile defending the states 2020 election to propel her bid for the Governors Office. The commentary largely echoed that of a Nov. 16 meeting, where anger and disappointment over the midterm elections was on full display. All but one county, Cochise, did so. .results_text { "In spotlight of audit, Secretary of State Katie Hobbs announces run for Arizona governor". The Arizona Republic. Retrieved June 2, 2021. ^ "Lopez Concedes Democratic Primary for Governor, Hobbs Says Time to Look Ahead". August 3, 2022. ^ "Ahead of the primary, Hobbs looking forward to the general election". ABC15 Arizona in Phoenix (KNXV). But in a letter to her supporters, candidate Hobbs said Adams firing had nothing to do with gender or race. overflow: hidden; For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. In addition to the lawsuits pending against Cochise County, at least two state races are heading to an official recount, and several questions and challenges linger from the Arizona Attorney General's Office, the state Republican Party and from some candidates themselves. Part of HuffPost Politics. The gubernatorial race saw unprecedented spending and fundraising in part thanks to the close contest itself and Arizona's growing prominence in the national spotlight. pic.twitter.com/7MaUkq3YNA. Hobbs, who was a state senator at the time of Adams' dismissal, testified during the civil trial that her termination was a "group decision" done by "consensus.". left: 0px; Barton practices political and government relationslawin the Phoenix area. The Republican National Committee made a statement slamming Hobbs for what they said was a "forced apology.". Most recently, she was named the League of Cities and Towns Legislative Champion for two consecutive years (2017 and 2018). Whoever gets the most votes wins the office. If enough signatures are gathered, a recall election will be held. } Before seeking elected office, Hobbs participated in political leadership programs in multiple organizations, including Valley Leadership, Emerge Arizona, and the Center for Progressive Leadership. Register to Vote / Update Your Voter Information, Requerimientos de la Prueba de Ciudadana, Information for Recently Naturalized Citizens, Information for Members of Federally Recognized Tribes, Sign a Candidate Petition or Give $5 Qualifying Contribution, Contact Information for County Election Officials, Make An Electronic Campaign Finance Filing, Ballot Measure Committee campaign finance reports, Requirements for Paid & Non-Resident Circulators, Information about Recognized Political Parties, Historical Election Results & Information, Professional Employment Organizations (PEO). background-color: #f9d334; He referred to a Nov. 21 letter from the Secretary of State saying that if the board still has not certified by the Nov. 28 deadline it would disenfranchise Cochise County voters. Prior to being elected to the legislature, she worked in the areas of domestic violence, behavioral health, and homelessness. The other side isnt offering policies to make our lives better, theyre offering conspiracy theories that only make our lives worse, Ms. Hobbs said in her video. But some political observers are hesitant to assume that, noting that 2020 upended voting patterns amid unprecedented circumstances, namely fears around voting during the COVID-19 pandemic and Donald Trump's sowing of distrust in election systems. The letter also says that the state canvass will proceed regardless of the results of the vote, as required under state law. Maricopa County Superior Court Judge Randall Warner asked the various parties involved to share their perspective on the timeliness of the lawsuit filed by Republican Abe Hamadeh.

. } [62][5] She has pledged to remove the illegal border wall made of shipping containers that is being built in the Coronado National Forest without authorization from the United States Forest Service. 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Support local journalism. She served as Senate minority leader from 2015 to 2019 and was elected secretary of state of Arizona in 2018. .results_table_container { An effort to recall Arizona Secretary of State Katie Hobbs (D) was launched on February 11, 2021. Supporters of the recall had until June 11, 2021, to collect 583,172 signatures to require a recall election. No signatures were filed with the secretary of state's office by the deadline. [1] overflow-x: auto; As a subscriber, you have 10 gift articles to give each month. In 2020, they favored Republicans. In closing remarks, supervisors stressed that the election was secure and accurate. display: block; position: absolute; height: 22px; 100% remote. .votebox { Cochise County Supervisor Peggy Judd is the key vote on the three-member board scheduled to meet at 10 a.m. Monday to certify the border county's election results. The board of supervisors is playing a big game of chicken with the Secretary of State. But like Sinema, Hobbs bounced back after the late received early ballots in the state's urban centers were added to the count. [45][46], On June 2, 2021, Hobbs announced her candidacy for governor of Arizona in the 2022 election to replace term-limited Republican governor Doug Ducey. As public comment got underway at Maricopa Countys Monday canvass meeting, numerous speakers called for an election redo. } Arizona's 24th Governor. ", RELATED: Katie Hobbs 'very uncomfortable with minorities,' African-American aide says after winning discrimination case, I know that my initial response to the jury verdict fell short of taking real accountability for the pain Ive caused to Ms. Adams and many Arizonans. That would "certainly disenfranchise" voters, she said. Because Arizona has no lieutenant governor, Hobbs stood first in the line of succession to Governor Doug Ducey. [64][65], Hobbs is married to Patrick Goodman, whom she met at church in 1992 and married in 1996. overflow-y: hidden; .inner_percentage.Green { Most Arizonans receive ballots by mail, and can return them via a mailbox, dropbox or by dropping them off on Election Day. Hobbs served one term in the House of Representatives and ran for state senate in 2012. Kathleen Marie Hobbs (born December 28, 1969) is an American politician and social worker who is the governor-elect of Arizona, having been elected in 2022. She has served as the 21st secretary of state of Arizona since 2019. On the House Floor on March 1, 2023. width: 100% !important; Townsend questioned the countys response on Monday, noting that she had previously been told to file a public records request for the information by the county. line-height: 1.5em; } "She seems wholly disconnected from people of color. And if that were not successful, the state canvass could move ahead Dec. 5 without the votes from Mohave County. Do you have information you want to share with HuffPost? "Late early" ballots generally refer to ballots dropped off on Election Day or received by elections officials in the days immediately prior. background-color: #6db24f; [17] She was a delegate for Hillary Clinton at the 2008 Democratic National Convention. Arizonas 21st Secretary of State. They refused to do theirs. [61] Upon taking office, she became Arizona's fifth female governor, a record for U.S. .votebox-scroll-container { She was awarded more than $2 million in damages, which will be knocked down to $300,000 due to a federal statute. Such a felony, the lowest possible, is subject to fines and jail time that could range from four months to two years in prison. float: left; I suppose the bottom line is the certification of the results of the general election did not take place, Rhodes said, adding that she works from the Democratic party. [43] Cyber Ninjas' owner, Doug Logan, supported Trump and promoted Trump's claims of election fraud. A second lawsuit to compel the Cochise County Board of Supervisors to certify the Nov. 8 election results was filed Monday evening by Secretary of State Katie Hobbs. WebSecretary Fontes is a proud Arizona native, an honorable veteran of the United States Marine Corps, and the father of three daughters, who has spent a lifetime fighting for The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors has rejected a legislative subpoena seeking information about the Nov. 8 election, saying it wasnt properly issued.. The outcome of the recount, which is expected to take months, will not change Arizonas election results, Hobbss office has said. } And dozens of local races, from city elections to school boards to judges, would not have any certified votes. } She represented the 24th legislative district. To make her point, Hobbs pointed out that Anthony Kern had somehow been allowed to be one of the counters. Now she's getting her job back - and $350K, Katie Hobbs, Kari Lake lead early polls in Arizona's governor race. [14], Hobbs was the chief compliance officer for Sojourner Center, one of the nation's largest domestic violence centers. There will be no delays or games; we will canvass in accordance with state law.. Hobbs won the 2022 Arizona gubernatorial election, defeating Republican nominee Kari Lake. Hobbs, who was the Senate Minority Leader at the time, testified in court saying Adams was fired for performance-related issues. } This year, the process drew intense attention in Cochise, Mohave and Maricopa counties. So having a sitting Secretary of State not affirm not one but two federal jury verdicts is indicative of someone who should not be in government, Adams said. position: relative; letter-spacing: .03em; [47][48][49], Hobbs ran against former Customs and Border Protection chief of staff Marco Lopez and former state representative Aaron Lieberman in the Democratic primary. Those at the front of the security line mocked journalists as they were ushered in by law enforcement officers. [27] In the 2018 election, she faced Republican nominee Steve Gaynor. .race_header.green { } 2021 Maricopa County presidential ballot audit, "I got a new hat for my birthday yesterday: Soon To Be Governor", "Happy birthday Governor-Elect @katiehobbs!!! Conradson uploaded a video to Twitter on Thursday showing him following Hobbs and another woman as they walked quickly toward the entrance of a building. On November 16, Hobbs was officially declared the winner by a margin of 20,000 votes. Hobbs was elected as secretary of state in 2018 with 50.4% of the vote. background-color: #f4f4f4; If youre an elected official, youre not above the law, he said. Sworn in January 2, 2023. Arizona Secretary of State Katie Hobbs, a Democrat who has faced a barrage of criticism from Republicans about the 2020 election, is running for governor, she announced in a video Wednesday morning. margin-top: 0px; .results_table { We ask all persons, especially people of color, to reconsider any support for Katie Hobbs to become the next governor of Arizona, wrote Clovis Campbell, the publisher of the Arizona Informant, the states only weekly black newspaper. [21] She advocates ending domestic violence.[22]. When they met Monday to canvass on the last day allowed by law, they considered a longer delay. Katie Hobbs has vocally opposed the GOP-led audit of Maricopa County's 2020 election results. Her race against Republican Steve Gaynor was so tight that the Associated Press initially and erroneously called it for Gaynor, who held a lead on election night. 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WebMeet Governor Katie Hobbs | Office of the Arizona Governor. .votebox-scroll-container { } WebAn effort to recall Arizona Secretary of State Katie Hobbs (D) was launched on February 11, 2021. overflow-y: hidden; The lawsuit simply states that the supervisors' duty to canvass the election is not discretionary and the defendants should be ordered to complete the canvass. The Secretary of State's office previously said it would file a legal action to compel wayward counties to follow the law and affirmed that Monday after the decision in Bisbee by the Cochise supervisors. Hobbs instead focused on her experience and defense of election processes, often casting the race as a choice between "sanity and chaos" and a vote for her as necessary to preserve democracy. Like 2020, this race could offer its own surprises, too. .results_row td { font-style: italic; Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings. As Recorder, Secretary Fontes revolutionized the election system by ensuring that every eligible Arizonan had the access they needed to vote. display: inline; .inner_percentage { top: -1px; During public comment, speakers called county leaders traitors, evil and vote traffickers., One said violent revolution was needed when peaceful processes like voting fail and another asked whether Supervisor Clint Hickman, whose family owns Hickmans Family Farms, had another chicken farm to burn down.. [11] She went to Catholic schools throughout her childhood and graduated from Seton Catholic High School in 1988. I find that very disheartening.. width: 100%; IE 11 is not supported. font-size: 12px; [52][53] She declined to debate Lake, saying she wanted to deny Lake the opportunity to spread election denialism. Given the tightness of the race, that also means media outlets like the Associated Press may not declare a winner for several days or more. The secretary of state added that she and a staffer were later chased outside their office by a man she didnt know. font-weight: 100; } [69] She is a triathlete and has been an avid cyclist since high school.[18][70]. Major updates on newly counted votes are expected each evening, and officials in the state's most populous counties with the most votes outstanding have said their work could take days. "[35] She added that the audit procedures appeared "better suited for chasing conspiracy theories than as a part of a professional audit". In the days after last Novembers election, as Arizonas votes were being counted amid intense scrutiny and criticism from the Trump White House and its allies, Ms. Hobbs regularly appeared on television to provide updates on the counting process and defend the integrity of the states voting processes. color: #0645ad; She has been a professional social worker since 1992. [34], In 2021, the Arizona Senate Republicans provided $150,000 to fund an audit aimed at contesting the 2020 presidential election results in Maricopa County. [41], After consulting with the Department of Homeland Security and the Election Assistance Commission, Hobbs said she was told that it was impossible to know whether the voting machines the county turned over in response to the Senate subpoena had been compromised and that Dominion Voting Systems should re-certify them for future use. ', Death toll keeps rising in Greece's deadliest train crash, Brunt of storm moving out of SoCal, light showers on tap Wednesday, AccuWeather: AM showers before a mild afternoon, Contingent of trained Russian forces and military equipment moving from Belarus to Donbas, Shots fired, pursuit, standoff; Sussex man charged, La Mesa teen accused of using dad's gun to make an online threat against a teacher. Born and raised in Arizona, Hobbs holds degrees in social work from Northern Arizona University and Arizona State University. They live in Phoenix with their two kids, Hannah and Sam, and their dog and cats. [35] In response, Hobbs received death threats, and the Arizona Department of Public Safety assigned personnel to guard her and her staff. Instead, they are calling for a Friday special meeting with presentations from the Arizona secretary of state and a collection of people who earlier this month complained about problems with the accreditation of the firms that certify election tabulation machines. Both repeatedly have suggested that the 2020 election was rigged. Arizona voters deserve to know their votes are still being counted", "Katie Hobbs, Steve Gaynor in dead heat to become Arizona's next secretary of state", "Gov. The Arizona G.O.P. Christine Rhodes, former county recorder, was present at the meeting and said it was bizarre.. 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