Arizona’s Senator Ruben Gallego has emerged as a pivotal surrogate for the Democratic Party, aiming to reverse a 2024 slip in Latino support that accompanied Donald Trump’s election. Democrats hope Gallego’s influence can help reclaim a constituency vital to their electoral prospects.

The Arizona attorney general is suing the House of Representatives, claiming Speaker Mike Johnson improperly delayed swearing in newly elected Democrat Adelita Grijalva. This uncommon legal dispute has captured the attention of numerous media outlets, pointing to broader questions about procedure and fairness in Congress.