Democratic candidate Katie Hobbs has won the Arizona governor’s race, defeating Donald Trump-backed Kari Lake, in one of the most-watched midterm contests in the country.
The race was called on Monday night, with Ms Hobbs taking 50.4 per cent of votes to Ms Lake’s 49.6 per cent.
Republican Liz Cheney was one of the first to rub salt into the wounds of MAGA Republican Ms Lake.
Ms Cheney quoted a tweet from the extremist candidate last month where she mockingly thanked her, claiming that her “anti-endorsement” would secure her a win in the gubernatorial race. Ms Cheney bided her time with her response, replying as news of Ms Lake’s loss broke: “You’re welcome.”
Ms Lake, who amplified Mr Trump’s false narrative that the 2020 presidential election was stolen, has branded the results of the election “BS” and has so far refused to concede.
Declaring victory, Ms Hobbs said: “Democracy is worth the wait. Thank you, Arizona. I am so honoured and so proud to be your next governor.”
