ARIZONA, July 02, U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) has thrown his support behind Adelita Grijalva in the upcoming special primary election for Arizona’s 7th Congressional District, scheduled for July 15, 2025. The endorsement comes as Grijalva seeks to fill the vacancy left by her father, Rep. Raúl Grijalva, who resigned earlier this year due to health concerns, sparking a high-stakes race that has drawn national attention.
Adelita Grijalva, a former Pima County supervisor, has positioned herself as a progressive candidate, focusing on key issues such as affordable housing, education, climate action, and water resiliency—priorities that align closely with Sanders’ long-standing platform. In a statement, Sanders emphasized the importance of electing leaders with the “backbone to take on” Trump and his allies, who he claims are “attacking our democracy and ripping off the working class.”
The race has become a focal point for the Democratic Party, reflecting broader generational shifts and the ongoing battle for progressive influence within the party. Other candidates, including Deja Foxx, have also entered the fray, but Grijalva’s campaign has gained momentum with endorsements from the Congressional Progressive Caucus, in addition to Sanders. Recent polling indicates a tight contest, underscoring the significance of these endorsements in a district that could tip the balance of power in the House.
The special election occurs against a backdrop of heightened political polarization, with former President Trump’s influence still resonant in Arizona. Grijalva’s progressive stance has become a central narrative in the national discussion about Democratic strategy, particularly as the party seeks to maintain its foothold in swing districts.
As the July 15 primary approaches, the race remains a critical test of progressive politics in a state where Trump’s legacy continues to loom large.
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