Kolodin Wins GOP Nod for Arizona Secretary of State
State Rep. Alexander Kolodin, who challenged 2020 election results, wins GOP primary for Arizona secretary of state.
July 22, 2026
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Source: nbcnews.com
Republican state Rep. Alexander Kolodin has won the GOP primary for Arizona secretary of state, NBC News projects. He will face Democratic incumbent Adrian Fontes in the November general election.
Kolodin, a lawyer, was part of the legal team that sought to overturn Arizona's 2020 presidential election results. He has been a vocal supporter of former President Donald Trump's false claims of election fraud.
Fontes, the current secretary of state, has defended Arizona's election integrity. The race is expected to be closely watched as a key battleground for election administration.
β Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Alexander Kolodin?
Alexander Kolodin is a Republican state representative from Arizona who won the GOP primary for secretary of state in 2026.
What is Kolodin's background regarding the 2020 election?
Kolodin was part of the legal team that attempted to overturn Arizona's 2020 presidential election results.
Who will Kolodin face in the general election?
He will face Democratic incumbent Adrian Fontes, the current Arizona secretary of state.
