On the eve of the primary, former President Trump and the front-runner in the Republican Senate race, Kari Lake, joined forces for a tele-rally. Lake is a top surrogate for Trump in his quest to win back the White House. Lake, a former TV anchor and major MAGA supporter, is the front-runner for the Republican Senate nomination.
Despite losing the 2022 governor’s race, she has Trump’s support as she competes for the Senate, one of several that could decide whether the GOP regains control of the chamber.
In addition to having the backing of the Republican presidential nominee, Lake has a significant financial edge over her two opponents in the GOP primary, Pinal County Sheriff Mark Lamb and neuroscientist Elizabeth Reye.