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Trump, Kari Lake Secure HUGE Endorsement That Could Turn The Tides In Arizona

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Former Arizona Governor Doug Ducey (R-AZ) announced his full support for former President Donald Trump and U.S. Senate hopeful Kari Lake, potentially reshaping the campaign landscape in Arizona. The endorsement marks a significant reconciliation within the Republican Party, as Ducey previously clashed with the MAGA-oriented faction during his tenure as governor.

“Much is on the line this election year & I’m encouraging all eligible Arizonans to vote & prioritize the issues that most affect our state & nation,” Ducey wrote on X. “I will be voting for Republicans up & down the ballot in November — and both Donald Trump and Kari Lake have my endorsement.”

His endorsement is a pivotal moment for Trump and Lake, who are looking to secure critical votes in a state that has shown fluctuating party loyalty in recent elections. The announcement came through a series of impactful tweets from Ducey, where he also voiced strong opinions on national issues such as inflation, global respect for America, the integrity of the Supreme Court, and the necessity of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.

In 2014, Ducey won the governorship of Arizona, stressing fiscal conservatism and a pro-business agenda. During his time as governor, he focused on tax reforms, education funding, and economic development, which included significant efforts to attract tech industries to the state. He also took a strong stance on immigration, aligning with conservative policies.

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Initially, during Trump’s presidency, Ducey supported many of Trump’s policies, particularly those related to immigration and economic initiatives. The alignment helped Ducey maintain a favorable stance among conservative voters in Arizona. However, the relationship experienced tension following the 2020 presidential election. As governor, Ducey was responsible for certifying Arizona’s election results, which showed a victory for Joe Biden. His decision to certify the results on November 30, 2020, coincided with a public challenge from Trump, who was actively disputing the election outcomes in key states, including Arizona. Trump criticized Ducey via social media, questioning his loyalty and accusing him of rushing the certification process.

“Differences aside, there is too much on the line and only a Republican in the White House and a majority in the House and US Senate can ensure it,” Ducey wrote in his 2024 backing.

Despite the pressure from Trump, Ducey defended Arizona’s election process in 2020. His stance created a noticeable rift between him and Trump. Post-presidency, Ducey has continued to navigate his role within the GOP carefully, balancing the broader party’s dynamics with the Trump-centric base.

Ducey’s backing arrives as both Trump and Lake face intense scrutiny and fervent opposition from both Democrats and factions within their own party. For Lake, who is running a high-stakes campaign for the Senate, Ducey’s endorsement could be particularly influential, rallying undecided Republicans and those who may have hesitated to support a candidate so closely aligned with Trump.

Since her last election, Lake has refused to accept her 2022 defeat to Democrat Katie Hobbs in the Arizona governor’s race, mirroring the former president’s denial of the 2020 presidential results against Joe Biden.

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