U.S. Congressman David Schweikert's decision to leave his seat in Arizona CD1 for a long-shot campaign for the Governor's Office is seen as a faster track to the unemployment line.
Tensions are rising in the 2026 Republican primary race for governor, with Schweikert's entry into the race being an unexpected turn.
Schweikert is a spoiler in the GOP primary for governor.
Author's summary: Schweikert's candidacy complicates the GOP primary.