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Biggs Defends Against Accusations in Arizona GOP Primary

3/17/2026

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U.S. Rep. Andy Biggs faces scrutiny in Arizona's Republican gubernatorial primary as Congressman David Schweikert accuses him of associating with antisemitic figures and white supremacists.
Biggs defended himself at a recent event, dismissing the claims as politically motivated and emphasizing his support for Israel.
Schweikert criticized Biggs's comparison to Robert E. Lee, while noting the Republican Party's historical abolitionist role and sensitivity around Civil War references.

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U.S. Rep. Andy Biggs faces scrutiny in Arizona's Republican gubernatorial primary as Congressman David Schweikert accuses him of associating with antisemitic figures and white supremacists.
Biggs defended himself at a recent event, dismissing the claims as politically motivated and emphasizing his support for Israel.
Schweikert criticized Biggs's comparison to Robert E. Lee, while noting the Republican Party's historical abolitionist role and sensitivity around Civil War references.