Arizona GOP Picks Secretary of State Candidate

Arizona state Representative Alexander Kolodin, a seasoned election attorney, is projected to win the Republican primary against former GOP state chair Gina Swoboda, according to Decision Desk HQ. The victory would set Kolodin up to challenge Democratic Secretary of State Adrian Fontes in the November general election.

Kolodin has long been a prominent figure in Arizona’s election‑law arena, most notably for his efforts to contest the 2020 presidential election results. His legal work has drawn attention from the State Bar of Arizona and other election‑policy groups, positioning him as a high‑profile candidate within the Republican field. Swoboda, who served as the state GOP chair, is expected to bring a different set of campaign priorities to the race, but early projections favor Kolodin’s experience and name recognition.

If Kolodin secures the primary win, the race against Fontes is likely to become a focal point of Arizona’s November ballot, drawing scrutiny from both parties and the broader electorate. The outcome will determine whether the state’s election‑law veteran can translate his legal background into a statewide victory.