Ruben Gallego Elected Arizona's First Latino Senator

Ruben Gallego has made history as Arizona's first Latino U.S. senator, defeating Republican Kari Lake in a closely watched Senate race. His victory marks the fourth consecutive Senate win for Democrats in Arizona, a state that has shifted politically since Donald Trump's presidency. Gallego, who previously served five terms in the House and is an Iraq War veteran, campaigned as a moderate, distancing himself from his earlier progressive stance. Despite Trump's win in Arizona during the presidential race, Gallego's strong fundraising and support from key voter demographics played a crucial role in his success. He succeeds Kyrsten Sinema, who left the Democratic Party and opted not to run for a second term. Following the announcement, Gallego pledged to advocate for all Arizonans, emphasizing issues like immigration reform and veterans' rights.