Adelita Grijalva Wins Arizona CD7 Democratic Primary

Adelita Grijalva has won the Democratic primary for Arizona's 7th Congressional District, a seat left vacant by the death of her father, longtime Congressman Raúl Grijalva. She defeated 25-year-old social media influencer Deja Foxx by a significant margin, securing around 62% of the vote and strong support across all counties in the district. Grijalva, a progressive with over two decades of local political experience, emphasized her commitment to continuing her father's legacy, focusing on immigrant rights, Medicaid and Medicare access, and defending democracy. She received major endorsements from prominent progressives like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Bernie Sanders, as well as local and state officials. The district is heavily Democratic, making her the clear favorite in the upcoming September 23 special general election against Republican Daniel Butierez. This election is seen as important for Democrats aiming to maintain their position in Congress amid a slim Republican majority.