It has been nearly a week since Election Day and election updates are still coming in with races that are left to be called.
BIG DEVELOPMENTS:
- Sen. Mark Kelly reportedly wins reelection in U.S. Senate race, defeats Blake Masters
- Rachel Mitchell declares victory as Maricopa County Attorney votes continue to be counted
- Former Maricopa County Recorder Adrian Fontes voted Arizona Secretary of State
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LATEST UPDATES:
8:23 a.m.
Kathy Hoffman concedes in race for Superintendent of Public Instruction.
After a hard-fought race, we came up short. I want to thank my supporters, volunteers, and staff who stood by me during this election. And I especially want to thank my family for all of their love and support.
— Kathy Hoffman (@kathyhoffman_az) November 17, 2022
7:37 a.m., Thursday
Kari Lake released a statement Thursday morning stating that she refuses to concede in the race for governor again Katie Hobbs. The Associated Press called the race in favor of Hobbs on Monday. As of Thursday morning, Hobbs leads Lake by 17,200 votes, with 16,892 votes left to count in Arizona.
Arizona, we are still in the fight. pic.twitter.com/ytaGvqG5J0
— Kari Lake (@KariLake) November 17, 2022
2:20 p.m.
Blake Masters concedes.
— Blake Masters (@bgmasters) November 15, 2022
10:20 a.m.
Katie Hobbs speaking at a rally following the AP calling her to win Monday night.
8:05 p.m.
Republican David Schweikert has won reelection for U.S. House in Arizona's 1st Congressional District, according to the Associated Press.
7:50 p.m.
Proposition 308, which granted in-state tuition for non-citizens, and proposition 131, which creates a lieutenant governor position, have both passed, according to the Associated Press. See live results here.
7:41 p.m.
Congratulations to Governor-elect Hobbs.
— Adrian Fontes (@Adrian_Fontes) November 15, 2022
Thank you, AZ voters!
Lets get to work. @katiehobbs
7:40 p.m.
Congratulations, @katiehobbs! Looking forward to working with you as we continue creating opportunities for Arizona to grow and thrive.
— Kyrsten Sinema (@kyrstensinema) November 15, 2022
7:35 p.m.
Katie Hobbs released the following statement:
I am honored to have been selected to serve as the next Governor of Arizona.
I want to thank the voters for entrusting me with this immense responsibility. It is truly an honor of a lifetime, and I will do everything in my power to make you proud. I want to thank my family, our volunteers, and campaign staff. Without all of your hard work, passion, and sacrifice this night would not be possible. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
For the Arizonans who did not vote for me, I will work just as hard for you -because even in this moment of division, I believe there is so much more that connects us. We all want safer streets, a secure border, better schools, lower costs, and water for generations to come. This was not just about an election – it was about moving this state forward and facing the challenges of our generation. It is about giving our kids the safe and prosperous future they deserve, while letting our seniors live out their golden years with dignity.
Let's get to work.
7:30 p.m.
Congratulations to Arizona’s next Governor, @katiehobbs! I know you will serve our state well, and I’m looking forward to working together to move Arizona forward.
— Captain Mark Kelly (@CaptMarkKelly) November 15, 2022
7:27 p.m.
Democracy is worth the wait.
— Katie Hobbs (@katiehobbs) November 15, 2022
Thank you, Arizona.
I am so honored and so proud to be your next Governor. pic.twitter.com/O6ZFSHbIBe
7:15 p.m.
6:38 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
The last major batch of ballots from Maricopa County is being added to the totals shortly. See live results here.
4:30 p.m.
JUST IN: @MaricopaVote says that some of the ballots in Box #3 did not go through tabulation machines because voters were using checkmarks, not filling in ovals, and using different pens.
— Nicole Grigg (@NicoleSGrigg) November 14, 2022
There are 5K Box 3 ballots left to counted.
4 p.m.
Maricopa County Elections officials and Sheriff Paul Penzone are discussing the ongoing election and security efforts as ballots continue to be counted with the race for AZ governor still too close to call.
3 p.m.
ELECTION UPDATE 🗳
— ABC15 Arizona (@abc15) November 14, 2022
The race for Arizona governor is even closer today, nearly one week since Election Day. The majority of what's left in uncounted ballots in Maricopa County is expected to drop around 6 pm.
RESULTS: https://t.co/6flUAib0SW pic.twitter.com/cnWfZqdZPN
11:27 a.m.
Lead change in Superintendent race. @electtomhorne now leads @kathyhoffman_az by 625
— The AZ - abc15 - Data Guru (@Garrett_Archer) November 14, 2022
11:12 a.m.
Victory.
— Adrian Fontes (@Adrian_Fontes) November 14, 2022
Thank you Arizona.
As 21st Secretary of State, I will do my best.#ProtectDemocracy#ProtectTheRepublic
11:10 a.m.
Pinal County results have been updated with a further 3,419 votes.
— Pinal County Vote (@PinalVote) November 14, 2022
Click here for the latest results: https://t.co/ZvBM0Wid02
10:41 a.m.
UPDATE: Julie Gunnigle responds after Rachel Mitchell declares victory: pic.twitter.com/Woji5T6RjG
— ABC15 Arizona (@abc15) November 14, 2022
9 a.m., Monday
Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell declares victory as she retains a slight lead over Julie Gunnigle. The AP has not yet called the race.