Vice President Kamala Harris Hits the Campaign Trail in Arizona
PHOENIX — The political spotlight is shining brightly on Arizona this week as Vice President Kamala Harris made a stop in Chandler for a lively campaign rally on Thursday. With the November election just around the corner, Harris is ramping up her efforts to rally support for the Democratic ticket, which includes Governor Tim Walz as the vice-presidential candidate.
Harris is set to continue her campaign trail with another rally in Scottsdale at around 11:45 a.m. on Friday. For those who can’t make it in person, the event will be streamed live, allowing supporters to tune in from the comfort of their homes. If you missed her Chandler speech, don’t worry—you can catch it in the player below!
This week has been bustling with political activity in Arizona, with multiple high-profile events drawing attention from both sides of the aisle. On Tuesday, Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff held a campaign event in Phoenix, while the Trump Campaign hosted a rally featuring prominent Republican figures, including House Majority Leader Steve Scalise and U.S. Representatives Byron Donalds, Cory Mills, and Ann Wagner.
Adding to the mix, Senator JD Vance, the Republican vice-presidential candidate, held a town hall in Mesa and made a stop in Tucson on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Governor Tim Walz joined forces with Representative Ruben Gallego and Jim McCain, son of the late Senator John McCain, for a veteran and military families event in the Valley.
The campaign excitement doesn’t stop there. Dr. Jill Biden is also making her way to Arizona on Friday and Saturday to support the Harris-Walz campaign, marking yet another significant event in the lead-up to the election. And for those keeping an eye on the Republican side, former President Donald Trump is scheduled to hold a rally in Prescott Valley on Sunday, promising to draw a crowd of enthusiastic supporters.
With so many events happening across the state, Arizona is shaping up to be a key battleground in the upcoming election. For voters looking for more information, ABC15 has a comprehensive voter guide and the latest election coverage available online.
As the campaign heats up, both parties are pulling out all the stops to secure votes, making Arizona a focal point in the national political landscape. Whether you’re a die-hard supporter or just curious about the candidates, there’s no shortage of opportunities to engage in the political process this week!