Arizona’s sweetheart of gun safety reform, Gabby Giffords, just publicly threw her support behind Adelita Grijalva for Congress in CD7—and not Daniel Hernandez, the guy who literally applied pressure to her head after she was shot. Like… literally saved her life. Like blood on his hands kind of saved her life.

No offense, but girl—what kind of Hunger Games betrayal is this?

The endorsement was announced on the heels of Grijalva’s campaign launch, and came not just from Gabby herself, but from Mark Kelly and the entire Giffords PAC. That’s three strikes for Daniel—who, may I remind everyone again, was a 22-year-old intern at the time of the 2011 Tucson shooting and stepped up like a total hero when everything was chaos.

And let’s be real: Daniel Hernandez isn’t just some guy. He’s a former state lawmaker, Latino, gay, and has spent his career fighting for equity and healthcare access. Basically everything progressives say they want in a candidate. But instead of backing him, Gabby Giffords picked someone else—who, let’s be honest, kinda just coasts off her last name.

Yes, Adelita Grijalva is the daughter of late Congressman Raúl Grijalva. Yes, she’s been in local office. But like… this isn’t a dynasty, it’s a democracy. People have memories. And a whole generation of us literally grew up hearing about Daniel’s courage and calm under pressure.

To not even acknowledge that legacy in a race this personal?
It’s not just political—it feels personal.

Honestly, it’s giving betrayal. It’s giving amnesia.
It’s giving yikes.

Whatever the reasoning behind the Giffords endorsement, the optics are bad, babes. Like, really bad. At some point, loyalty should matter. And when the cameras were flashing and the world was watching, Daniel didn’t run—he ran toward danger.

Apparently that doesn’t mean as much anymore.

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Hernandez’s political career includes serving in the Arizona House of Representatives from 2017 to 2023, where he focused on healthcare, education, and LGBTQ+ rights. His experience and dedication to public service have earned him recognition and support within the Democratic Party, even among the progressive crowd who is typically at odds with Daniel’s siblings.

The special election to fill the vacant seat is scheduled for September 23, 2025, with a Democratic primary on July 15. Hernandez will face Adelita Grijalva, the late congressman’s daughter, in the primary. The district encompasses parts of Tucson and southern Arizona. Daniel’s campaign emphasizes a commitment to progressive values and addressing the needs of the diverse constituents in the district.​

As the race unfolds, Hernandez’s experience and policy priorities position him as a notable contender in the upcoming election. Voters in Arizona’s 7th Congressional District will have the opportunity to choose a representative who aligns with their vision for the community’s future – whether that be Daniel, Adelita, or a dark horse candidate.

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