Arizona voters pick new direction as final Senate race concludes
Democratic candidate wins crucial Arizona Senate seat in last undecided race of election season. Final results show clear victory as Republicans secure their overall Senate majority control
In a late-night vote count on nov 11th Ruben Gallego secured his position as Arizonas next Senator beating out GOP candidate Kari Lake (a well-known ex-tv anchor and strong Trump supporter) in the states final election showdown
The race – which fills the seat of departing Senator Kyrsten Sinema – wrapped up with more than 94% of ballots processed showing Gallegos clear advantage. This contest marked the last undecided Senate position nationwide; its conclusion sets up the chambers new make-up
The final tally completes the picture for Senate control: Republicans now hold a 53-47 edge which means theyʼll have a solid grip on the upper house of Congress. The Arizona contest drew nation-wide attention as both parties fought hard in this key south-western battleground state where Trump previously found success
The race highlighted the states changing political landscape with Gallego – a seasoned congressman – facing off against Lake who built her campaign on media experience and alignment with Trumps policies. Early voting numbers and mail-in ballots played a big role in determining the outcomes timing
