Katie
Hobbs

As governor, Hobbs announced a public-private steering committee to develop Arizona's application to host the proposed United States Space Academy, described as an institution for space-related operations.

Hobbs and Mesa Mayor John Giles announced a 'Seniors for Katie' coalition of senior leaders and community members, emphasizing Hobbs' stated record on healthcare and housing for seniors.

An Equis poll (field dates Oct. 1–9) showed Hobbs leading Biggs 49% to 43% among likely voters, with a margin of error of ±3.2%.

Hobbs' campaign, with the Navajo County Democratic Committee, released 'Lifelines,' an ad criticizing Biggs' votes on healthcare, prescription drug costs, and Social Security. These are campaign claims about Biggs' record.

Early voting started in Arizona on October 7, 2026, and early ballots were mailed to registered voters ahead of the November 3 general election, which includes the governor's race featuring Hobbs, Biggs, Hourihan, and Lombardo.

An Arizona State University poll showed Hobbs at 47% support among likely voters versus 34% for Biggs, with No Labels' Hourihan at 2% and Green Party's Lombardo at 1%. Margin of error was ±2.7%.

Hobbs did not attend the Oct. 6 gubernatorial debate hosted by the Citizens Clean Elections Commission. Biggs and No Labels candidate Teri Hourihan debated; Lombardo also did not participate. Hobbs said prior appearances had given voters a chance to hear her positions. Her campaign dubbed it the 'Will Never Be Governor Debate.'

October 5 was the deadline for Arizona voters to register for the November 3, 2026 general election, in which Hobbs is seeking reelection as governor.

Hobbs held a campaign rally in Prescott, Arizona, rallying supporters ahead of the November general election.

Reuters reported water had become a prominent campaign issue. Hobbs' campaign said she fought for Arizona's share of the Colorado River and protected groundwater. Turning Point USA displayed signs saying Hobbs 'LOST AZ BILLIONS OF GALLONS OF WATER,' while Biggs and Jay Feely criticized her handling of negotiations.

Hobbs announced an AAPI coalition of community members, leaders, and elected officials supporting her reelection. The campaign also noted nearly $6 million raised since her 2022 election, with 96% of contributions under $100.

A Biggs campaign ad attacked Hobbs over a state contractor, Sunshine Residential Homes, which received a $4M pay increase while contributing over $550,000 to Hobbs' political operation. AG Kris Mayes' investigation found no evidence of bribery and affirmed Hobbs did not play a role in the contracting decision.

Hobbs' campaign said she had raised more than $16 million over the prior 3.5 years and spent more than $14 million on TV and streaming ads since late May 2026. The Democratic Governors Association pledged an additional $10 million to support her reelection. Biggs had raised $3 million since January 2025.

Katie Hobbs was elected governor of Arizona in 2022, per references in campaign materials about fundraising since her election.