Republican Rep. Andy Biggs Files to Run for Arizona Governor in 2026, Challenging Trump's Pick

Jan 21, 2025, 07:41 PM

U.S. Representative Andy Biggs, a Republican from Arizona, has filed a statement of interest to run for governor in the 2026 election. Biggs, who has been a member of Congress since 2017 and previously served in the Arizona State Legislature, represents Arizona's 5th Congressional District. His announcement sets the stage for a potential contest against Karrin Taylor Robson, who has received support from former President Donald Trump for the gubernatorial position. Biggs, a close ally of Trump and a member of the Freedom Caucus, expressed his commitment to bringing his experience back to Arizona to help the state reach its full potential. The filing of the statement of interest is the first step in the process of gathering signatures to qualify for the ballot in the 2026 election.