Sheriff Mark Lamb Wins Arizona GOP Primary for 5th Congressional District
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Sheriff Mark Lamb, endorsed by President Donald Trump, secured the Republican nomination for Arizona's 5th congressional district, positioning him for the November general election.
Sheriff Mark Lamb won the Republican primary on Tuesday for Arizona's 5th congressional district, a seat being vacated by Rep. Andy Biggs, who is running for governor. Lamb, who received an endorsement from President Donald Trump, is expected to be the favorite in the November general election in a district that has historically leaned heavily Republican.
In a campaign video, Lamb said his candidacy is aimed at preserving freedoms for future generations. He also criticized the Biden administration's immigration policies, claiming they have led to an influx of individuals he described as “military-age men … who didn’t love America.”
Biggs, who previously won re-election with 60.4% of the vote, praised Arizona’s potential in a press release and highlighted his experience at both state and federal levels.
Lamb’s campaign faced scrutiny after an Arizona investigation alleged he had sent sexual images to women outside his marriage. His wife, Janel Lamb, described the allegations as a political stunt in a Facebook post.
Having cleared the primary, Lamb will face Democratic challenger Katrina Schaffner in the November 3 general election.