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Republican Candidate Andy Biggs Selects Sine Kerr as Running Mate for Arizona Lieutenant Governor

Republican gubernatorial candidate Andy Biggs has selected Sine Kerr to serve as Arizona's first-ever lieutenant governor. The selection aims to target the significant Latino voting bloc, which makes up one in four of the state's electorate. Biggs, who has received an endorsement from President Trump, is highlighting Kerr's Mexican heritage to appeal to Hispanic voters. While Kerr has lived the American Dream as the daughter of a an Army combat veteran and a naturalized U.S. citizen from Mexico, she has not yet established a strong public political identity based on her Latina heritage. To win the other side of the state, Biggs must offer tangible solutions for Latino families regarding rising costs, housing affordability, and healthcare. While the administration announced a focus on border security, many Latino voters believe that immigration policies under the administration will only get worse. Biggs faces Democratic Governor Katie Hobbs, who is also seeking to reelection. Reports suggest Governor Hobbs may select John Giles as her running mate.

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