PHOENIX — Arizona’s nine congressional seats were up for grabs in the 2024 election, with incumbents and challengers fiercely competing to represent the state in the U.S. House. The results show a mix of close races and solid victories, reflecting Arizona’s blend of urban and rural communities, as well as its balance of conservative, moderate, and progressive voices.
Arizona’s Congressional District Results
- District 1
Incumbent Republican David Schweikert held his seat in a decisive win. Schweikert, who has represented this district since 2011, ran on a platform of economic development and conservative fiscal policy, resonating with many voters in the suburban areas of the district. - District 2
In this historically Republican district, incumbent Eli Crane won re-election, retaining his support among rural voters. His campaign emphasized border security, national defense, and support for conservative values, appealing to the strong Republican base in the region. - District 3
Democratic incumbent Ruben Gallego did not run for re-election in his current district as he pursued Arizona’s U.S. Senate seat. In a tight race, Democratic candidate Ylenia Aguilar emerged victorious, keeping the seat blue with a campaign focused on healthcare, education, and community investment, despite strong Republican opposition. - District 4
Republican Rep. Greg Stanton successfully defended his seat in a close race. Stanton, who focuses on job growth and infrastructure improvements, appealed to urban voters in his district, with a slight edge over his opponent that kept the district in Democratic hands. - District 5
Incumbent Democrat Raul Grijalva secured re-election, continuing his long tenure representing southern Arizona. Known for his work on environmental protection and Indigenous issues, Grijalva retained strong support in his district, which includes parts of Tucson. - District 6
Republican incumbent Juan Ciscomani faced a competitive race but held onto his seat. Ciscomani, who ran a campaign focusing on economic growth and border security, maintained enough support to secure victory in a district that has recently been leaning more Republican. - District 7
In one of Arizona’s most closely watched races, Democratic incumbent Ruben Gallego’s former district remained in Democratic hands with the election of Laura Pastor. Pastor ran a campaign centered on healthcare access, educational improvements, and community safety, appealing to the district’s urban and diverse demographic. - District 8
This district, a Republican stronghold, saw incumbent Republican Debbie Lesko re-elected. Lesko, known for her conservative stances on social and economic issues, easily retained her seat, which includes a significant portion of Phoenix’s northwest suburbs. - District 9
Democrat Greg Stanton managed to defend his seat against a strong Republican challenge, keeping the district blue. Stanton’s focus on local issues like housing affordability, transportation, and job creation appealed to voters in this swing district.
Key Takeaways from Arizona’s 2024 Congressional Races
The results reflect Arizona’s diverse political landscape, with urban areas remaining largely Democratic and rural areas solidly Republican. The state’s balance of representation in Congress mirrors its purple status, with both parties securing key victories. Issues like border security, economic stability, and healthcare access were central to the candidates’ campaigns, shaping Arizona’s representation in the U.S. House for the next two years.
Election officials will continue processing any remaining ballots, and official certification is expected in the coming weeks.