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Opinion: Hobbs’ Giles Gambit Could Backfire

Former Mesa mayor may appeal mostly to Republicans who’ve already abandoned the GOP

Published by The Arizona Globe

August 5, 2026 at 9:36 AM MST

Estimated leanLean rightThe piece seems to have a soft conservative tilt, focusing on potential negative outcomes for Governor Hobbs, which implies skepticism about her political moves and highlights her connection to disillusioned Republicans.Estimated story lean · AI scan of the piece, not the publisherEstimated story lean Lean right. The piece seems to have a soft conservative tilt, focusing on potential negative outcomes for Governor Hobbs, which implies skepticism about her political moves and highlights her connection to disillusioned Republicans.

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Donald Trump lost on birthright citizenship at the Supreme Court. He’s trying again.

Arizona Mirror • Aug 6, 4:16 PM

Lean leftThe article presents Trump's actions regarding birthright citizenship with a focus on the negative implications of the Supreme Court ruling against him, using language that suggests a sympathetic view of his motives while minimizing potential legal arguments against his position.Estimated story lean · AI scan of the piece, not the publisherEstimated story lean Lean left. The article presents Trump's actions regarding birthright citizenship with a focus on the negative implications of the Supreme Court ruling against him, using language that suggests a sympathetic view of his motives while minimizing potential legal arguments against his position.

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Hobbs’s Giles Pick Puts Real Authority on the Ballot, and Her Ticket on Defense

Ana Lopez • Aug 6, 1:45 PM

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Blanche vows federal action on mail‑order abortion pills, setting up the next legal fight over mifepristone

Ana Lopez • Aug 6, 1:45 PM

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Mayes hedges on Prop 314 defense while voters and sheriffs wait for answers

Jose Gonzalez • Aug 6, 12:45 PM

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