David Schweikert
Coverage of David Schweikert in the Nexus archive.
- Democrats target more GOP House seats after socialist victories rock left-wing primaries
House Democrats' campaign arm is supporting five new candidates in competitive districts as Republicans highlight socialist victories in Democratic primaries. The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) is backing candidates in five districts, including those represented by Republicans running for other offices or retiring. Republicans argue Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) successes indicate the party's shift toward radicalism.
- Democrats target more GOP House seats after socialist victories rock left-wing primaries
House Democrats are supporting five new candidates in competitive districts as Republicans highlight socialist victories in Democratic primaries. The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee aims to flip GOP-held seats, including open districts due to Republican incumbents pursuing other roles or retiring.
- From locker rooms to Congress: Jay Feely latest athlete seeking to take lessons in leadership to Capitol Hill
Jay Feely, an NFL placekicker and current 'NFL on CBS' commentator, is seeking a congressional seat in Arizona, citing leadership and pressure-handling skills from his sports career as assets for politics. He emphasizes NFL experiences, including diverse teammate interactions and overcoming public scrutiny, as preparation for representing a diverse constituency.
- From locker rooms to Congress: Jay Feely latest athlete seeking to take lessons in leadership to Capitol Hill
Jay Feely, a former NFL placekicker and current 'NFL on CBS' commentator, is seeking to transition to a congressional career. He highlights his NFL experience in handling pressure, failure, and diverse interactions as preparation for public life, aiming to represent a diverse constituency. Feely is running for the seat of Rep. David Schweikert in Arizona.
- Amish Shah wins Dem primary in battleground Arizona House race
Amish Shah won the Democratic primary for Arizona’s 1st District, defeating Marlene Galán-Woods and other candidates. The district, a key target for Democrats, will face Jay Feely in the general election after Feely won the Republican primary.
- State of play: Dems battle for shot at crucial Arizona House seat amid GOP's razor-thin majority
Two Democratic candidates, Marlene Galán-Woods and Amish Shah, are competing for their party’s nomination in Arizona’s 1st Congressional District to challenge Jay Feely in a race that could influence the House majority. Feely, who received Donald Trump’s endorsement, won the GOP primary, while the Democratic primary remains unresolved as neither candidate secured enough votes to claim victory outright.
- 6 Takeaways From Arizona’s Tense, Trump-Dominated Primaries
Representative Andy Biggs, endorsed by President Trump, won the Republican primary for governor in Arizona. He defeated Representative David Schweikert in the election.
- Andy Biggs easily defeats David Schweikert, wins GOP nomination for governor
Andy Biggs won the Republican primary for Arizona governor, defeating David Schweikert with a decisive lead. The race was called by the Associated Press shortly after results began, and Biggs plans to challenge Democratic incumbent Katie Hobbs in November. Schweikert criticized Biggs for ties to Turning Point USA but failed to prevent his primary loss.
- Trump-backed firebrand wins Arizona GOP governor primary, setting up high-stakes showdown
Rep. Andy Biggs, endorsed by Donald Trump, won the Arizona GOP gubernatorial primary with over 70% of the vote, defeating David Schweikert, Scott Neely, and Ken Miceli. He will face Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs in the general election. The primary was marked by contentious campaign tactics, including accusations against Biggs of associations with extremist groups.
- Trump-backed firebrand wins Arizona GOP governor primary, setting up high-stakes showdown
Andy Biggs won the Arizona GOP gubernatorial primary with over 70% of the vote, defeating David Schweikert and other candidates. He will face Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs in the general election. The primary included accusations from Schweikert linking Biggs to white supremacist and antisemitic groups.
- Trump-backed Biggs to take on Hobbs in key gubernatorial race in Arizona
Republican Rep. Andy Biggs, backed by President Trump, will challenge Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs in the gubernatorial race this fall after defeating primary rival Rep. David Schweikert. Biggs secured the nomination in a state that Trump won in 2024 and 2016, while Hobbs ran uncontested in the Democratic primary.
- Rep. Andy Biggs wins GOP primary for Arizona governor
Rep. Andy Biggs won the GOP primary for Arizona governor, positioning himself to face Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs in November. His victory over Rep. David Schweikert sets up a competitive race in a state that has become a tossup, with Hobbs amassing a significant campaign war chest and criticizing Biggs for past stances, including his role in attempting to overturn the 2020 election.
- Democrats re-nominate Arizona governor, setting stage for high-stakes November battle
Katie Hobbs secured the Democratic nomination for Arizona governor unopposed and will face the Republican primary winner, which includes candidates like Andy Biggs and David Schweikert. Hobbs is using her campaign funds to target independent and Republican voters, highlighting her economic achievements and bipartisan efforts.
- Live results: Arizona heads to the polls for key House primaries
Arizona voters are selecting nominees for November’s congressional races, with two open House seats at stake. Republican Reps. Andy Biggs and David Schweikert are competing in a GOP primary to challenge Gov. Katie Hobbs, while Schweikert’s seat in the 1st Congressional District is highlighted as a key race.
- Arizona Republicans pick nominees Tuesday for governor and other top offices
Arizona Republicans are selecting nominees for governor and other key offices, with candidates Andy Biggs and David Schweikert representing different GOP factions. The primary is part of the GOP's effort to regain power in a historically competitive state.
- Arizona Republicans pick nominees Tuesday for governor and other top offices
Arizona Republicans are selecting nominees for governor and other key offices, with U.S. Reps. Andy Biggs and David Schweikert competing in a primary race to challenge Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs. The candidates differ in their approaches to aligning with President Donald Trump, with Biggs backed by Trump and Turning Point Action, while Schweikert emphasizes pro-business conservatism. The primary also determines nominees for secretary of state and attorney general, critical roles in a state pivotal to Trump's 2020 election efforts.
- Arizona’s Republican primaries highlight party divide over Trump
Arizona Republicans are selecting nominees to challenge Democrats in key offices, with U.S. Reps. Andy Biggs and David Schweikert competing for the governor's race. Biggs, backed by Donald Trump and Turning Point Action, contrasts with Schweikert's pro-business approach. Both parties face contested primaries for the 1st Congressional District and other election-influencing roles.
- Trump’s GOP clout faces Arizona test with House majority, governor’s race at stake
President Donald Trump's influence in the GOP is tested in Arizona's primary elections, with key races for governor and congressional districts at stake. Trump endorses Rep. Andy Biggs for governor and Jay Feely in a swing district, while other candidates include David Schweikert, Marlene Galán-Woods, and Mark Lamb. The outcomes could impact the House majority and governor's office control.
- Andy Biggs and David Schweikert offer competing visions for Republican Party in Arizona primary
Representatives Andy Biggs and David Schweikert are competing in the Arizona Republican primary for governor. They present differing visions for the Republican Party.
- Andy Biggs and David Schweikert offer competing visions for Republican Party in Arizona primary
Andy Biggs and David Schweikert, both Arizona Republicans, are competing in a primary for governor, representing contrasting approaches to reviving the GOP. Biggs, aligned with Trump and the conservative Freedom Caucus, faces Schweikert, who advocates for a moderate strategy to attract independents. The race highlights the party's struggle to balance hard-line tactics with broader appeal in a state with a growing independent voter base.
- Andy Biggs and David Schweikert offer competing visions for Republican Party in Arizona primary
Andy Biggs and David Schweikert, both Republicans from Arizona, are competing in a primary for governor, representing contrasting approaches to reviving the GOP. Biggs, aligned with Donald Trump and the Freedom Caucus, faces Schweikert, who advocates for a more moderate strategy to appeal to independents. The race highlights tensions within the Arizona Republican Party over balancing hardline conservatism with broader electoral viability.
- Hobbs raised $2.6M in Q2, more than the GOP field, fueling her early ad blitz in reelection bid
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs raised $2.6 million in the second quarter of 2026, outpacing GOP opponents in fundraising while spending $7.4 million on campaign infrastructure and advertising. GOP candidates Andy Biggs and David Schweikert reported significantly lower fundraising and cash reserves, with Biggs having $1.2 million and Schweikert only $42,494 on hand ahead of the primary.
- The midterms are months away. The scramble to get on Congress’ tax writing committees has already started.
A wave of departures from Congress' tax writing committees has intensified competition to fill critical roles in the next Congress. House Ways and Means and Senate Finance committees will see multiple members leave, creating openings for new representatives. Both parties are vying for positions on these influential panels, which shape major tax legislation.
- On Dobbs anniversary Hobbs warns of her GOP opponents’ abortion ban support
Gov. Katie Hobbs is criticizing her Republican opponents, U.S. Congressmen Andy Biggs and David Schweikert, for supporting a nationwide abortion ban. Both candidates have co-sponsored legislation to grant personhood at conception, which could outlaw abortions. Hobbs has taken actions to protect abortion access in Arizona, including executive orders and vetoing restrictive bills.
- In GOP governor debate, Biggs sets sights on Hobbs while Schweikert tries to slow him down
Andy Biggs and David Schweikert, Republican candidates in Arizona's gubernatorial primary, clashed in a debate over strategies to challenge Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs. Biggs emphasized his general election viability and bipartisan history, while Schweikert criticized him as too extreme and highlighted his experience in competitive districts. Both candidates addressed water management challenges amid a drought.
- GOP candidates pitch themselves the person to beat Arizona’s Democratic governor
Two Republican congressmen, Andy Biggs and David Schweikert, debated in Arizona, claiming they are the strongest candidates to challenge Governor Katie Hobbs in the 2024 election. Biggs, endorsed by Donald Trump, emphasized cross-party appeal and experience, while Schweikert highlighted his focus on government finances and business growth. Businessman Scott Neely warned that a Biggs primary victory would cost Republicans the election.