Katie Hobbs is the incumbent governor of Arizona and the Democratic nominee seeking reelection in November 2026. Born and raised in Tempe, Arizona, Hobbs earned a bachelor’s degree in social work from Northern Arizona University and a master’s degree in social work from Arizona State University. She began her professional career working with homeless youth and survivors of domestic violence before entering politics. In 2010, Hobbs was elected to the Arizona House of Representatives and later served in the State Senate, where she held the position of Senate Minority Leader. She was elected Arizona Secretary of State in 2018 and became the state's fifth woman governor following the 2022 election. Since taking office in January 2023, Hobbs has focused on housing affordability, water conservation, public education, and reproductive healthcare. Her reelection campaign emphasizes lowering living costs, expanding affordable housing, protecting reproductive rights, and strengthening Arizona's economy. The general election will take place on Tuesday, November 3.
