Republican Rep. Schweikert looks to fend off Democratic challenger in key Arizona House race

Republican Rep. David Schweikert (R-Ariz.) withstood a stiff challenge from Democrats for the seat Democrats had hoped to flip in one of the nation's most closely watched states, The Associated Press said. reported.

Arizona's 1st Congressional District was expected to be a close race after U.S. Rep. David Schweikert narrowly won reelection in the 2022 election with a margin of less than 1%. He secured the Republican nomination earlier this year by outperforming his opponents.

Mr. Schweikert has served in the House of Representatives for nearly 15 years, winning re-election in numerous redistricting districts since his election in 2010. He serves on the House Ways and Means Committee, where he has emphasized economic policy and fiscal responsibility, including increasing fiscal commitments. National debt.

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Mr. Shah, a doctor and former state lawmaker, was aiming to emerge from a crowded field of Democratic candidates and win the nomination to defeat Mr. Schweikert. The Arizona Central newspaper reported that Shah was compared to outgoing Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, who succeeded in passing legislation in the Republican-controlled state Legislature.

He highlighted issues such as border security in border states, as well as tackling inflation and abortion rights.

Amish Shah and Congressman David Schweikert. (Bill Clark/CQ-Roll Call, Inc, Amish, Arizona via Getty Images)

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“Mr. Shah already represents the primary area of ​​Maricopa County's 1st Congressional District in the state legislature, and has a proven track record of serving as a nonpartisan, independent advocate who puts Arizona's families first. “Yes,” his website states. “In Congress, we will work to lower costs and protect abortion rights for hardworking Arizonans.”

Arizona has been in the spotlight this election cycle, with multiple House and Senate races and the presidential election potentially being decided by close margins.

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Republicans hold a slim majority in the state Legislature, and Democrats hope to control both chambers. If so, it would be the first time they have occupied the House of Representatives since 1966.