Arizona GOP Chair Swoboda Runs for Congressional District 1 with Trump Endorsement

Gina Swoboda, chairwoman of the Arizona Republican Party, announced her candidacy for Arizona's 1st Congressional District, a seat vacated by incumbent Rep. David Schweikert who is running for governor. Swoboda received a high-profile endorsement from President Donald Trump, who praised her as a "tremendous champion" for Arizona and expressed strong support for her campaign. Her platform focuses on economic growth, prosperity, border security, and protecting taxpayers, positioning her as a leading GOP candidate in a highly competitive swing district that includes affluent areas such as Scottsdale and northeast Phoenix. Swoboda is the first major Republican to officially enter the race, which has attracted multiple GOP candidates as well as a competitive field of Democrats, including Amish Shah and Marlene Galán-Woods. The race is expected to draw national attention during the 2026 election cycle, as Republicans aim to maintain their narrow House majority. Swoboda's early frontrunner status is bolstered by Trump's endorsement, which may influence the Republican primary dynamics.