Karrin Taylor Robson suspends campaign for governor
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Republican businesswoman Karrin Taylor Robson is hitting the pause button on her effort to become Arizona’s next governor. She announced Thursday afternoon that she’s suspending her gubernatorial campaign. Robson said she doesn’t want a divisive GOP primary...
Key Points
- Robson said she doesn’t want a divisive GOP primary...
- She announced Thursday afternoon that she’s suspending her gubernatorial campaign.
- Republican businesswoman Karrin Taylor Robson is hitting the pause button on her effort to become Arizona’s next governor.
- The 61-year-old businesswoman had Donald Trump’s backing and hoped to defeat Democrat Katie Hobbs in November.
Perspective Summary
- AZ Family - Phoenix: Karrin Taylor Robson is pressing pause on her run to become Arizona’s next governor.
- abc 15 Arizona: Karrin Taylor Robson announced Thursday that she will be dropping out of the race for Arizona governor.
- KGUN 9: "I remain committed to helping Republicans win in 2026 and to ensuring Arizona remains strong, safe, and free for generations to come," Robson said.
Timeline
- Initial coverage published
- Karrin Taylor Robson suspends campaign for governor
- Feb 13, 2026, 5:24 AM
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