In the upcoming election, Kari Lake is expected to be the GOP nominee for governor in Arizona. However, her frequent out-of-state travels during the 2022 election cycle have been a source of criticism. Trump, who sees her as a key player in the high-stakes Senate race against Democratic Rep. Ruben Gallego, has urged her to focus more on campaigning in Arizona.
Despite criticism from her opponents and former President Donald Trump, spokespeople for both Lake and Trump have defended her actions. While Lake has appeared at speaking engagements and campaign events in other states, she has made it clear that she remains committed to winning in Arizona. Meanwhile, a senior advisor to Lake insists that she is running a strong campaign, despite her travel schedule.
While this particular Senate race may not be the most important this cycle, it carries significant weight for Republicans aiming to regain control of the chamber. Despite being criticized for her frequent out-of-state trips, Lake has continued to make appearances at speaking engagements and campaign events across the country. She has even backtracked on her stance against Arizona’s abortion law during a recent appearance in Idaho.