Adrian Fontes is running for re-election as Arizona’s chief election official to face Republican nominees Alexander Kolodin and Gina Swoboda.
Democratic Secretary of State Adrian Fontes is seeking re-election as Arizona’s chief election official. He will face off against Republican nominees Alexander Kolodin and Gina Swoboda in the general election. The winner of this race will oversee the state's elections in 2028, a year when Arizona is expected to become a primary presidential battleground. The race features a competitive field as the state prepares for the upcoming midterm elections. While the final results are pending, the NBC News Decision Desk is tracking the expected vote totals based on early voting data and reports from county officials. These projections provide a preliminary estimate of the final count, though figures may shift as more information becomes available on Election Day. The current competition highlights the importance of Arizona's role in the national political landscape as the state prepares for its pivotal 2028 contest.