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Arizona Senate Candidate Anthony Dunham Blames Hackers for Racy Online Posts
4/9/2026, 12:05:59 AM
Allegations of Hacking and Controversial Online Activity
Anthony Dunham, a Republican state Senate candidate in Arizona, is facing scrutiny after several lewd remarks were posted on one of his X accounts. Dunham, 42, claims that he is not responsible for these comments, attributing them to hackers. "I'm not a tech guy," he stated in an interview with The Arizona Republic, emphasizing his lack of technical expertise. The controversy arises as Dunham operates multiple X accounts, including one created shortly before his divorce from his second wife, Sara Marie Bogan.
The Arizona Republic reported that Dunham's past includes troubling allegations regarding his parenting. Court records revealed that he allowed Bogan to impose unusual punishments on his children, including an incident where his 12-year-old daughter was forced to drink apple cider vinegar until she vomited. Although no criminal charges were filed, a Pima County judge temporarily revoked Dunham's parenting rights due to this incident. Additionally, he missed a court hearing related to an unpaid ticket, further complicating his public image.
Contentious Online Interactions
Screenshots published by The Arizona Republic show that one of Dunham's accounts responded to a crude sexual proposition in December 2022, stating, "Yea," in reply to a suggestive message. Another account acknowledged a lewd offer from a scantily clad woman in 2025. Following the emergence of these posts, Dunham has consistently denied writing the comments, asserting that he had been hacked. In a Facebook post earlier this month, he reiterated his claim, stating, "I DID NOT and WOULD NOT ever leave such disgusting and repulsive comments on the mentioned pages." However, he did not provide details on whether he reported the alleged hacking to authorities.
Official Statements & Responses
Dunham's campaign website presents him as a "proud Christian conservative," highlighting his background as a retired law enforcement officer and church volunteer. He emphasizes his commitment to faith, family, and constitutional values, stating, "I will always put America and Arizona's 17th legislative district first as I fight to secure our borders, strengthen our economy, cut crime, protect our kids, and drain the Capitol swamp." He expresses a desire to earn voter support, framing his campaign around these principles.
Criticism & Opposition
Critics have raised concerns about Dunham's credibility, particularly in light of his past parenting issues and the nature of the online comments attributed to him. The allegations of hacking have been met with skepticism, as some question the plausibility of his claims given the context of his previous behavior.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
While Dunham maintains that he was hacked, there is no confirmation from law enforcement or cybersecurity experts regarding the alleged breach of his accounts. Additionally, the timeline of events surrounding the posts and the hacking claims remains unclear, leaving gaps in the narrative that could affect public perception.
