Rep. Andy Biggs Eyes Governor Bid in Arizona, Seeks to Defeat Incumbent Katie Hobbs

Republican Arizona Congressman Andy Biggs has announced his interest in running for governor in 2026, seeking to defeat incumbent Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs as part of a GOP effort to win the state's top office. Biggs believes he understands what the state needs to 'thrive' and is positioning himself as a viable alternative to Hobbs. The move marks a shift in focus for Biggs, who previously served as chairman of the House Judiciary Committee. Biggs' candidacy could shake up the Arizona governor's race.