Arizona Secretary of State Katie Hobbs Announces Candidacy for Governor

Arizona Secretary of State Katie Hobbs announced she is running for governor in 2022 as she appeals to become the Democratic nominee.

Arizona Secretary of State Katie Hobbs removes a mask as she speaks to members of Arizona's Electoral College prior to them casting their votes in Phoenix, Ariz., on Dec. 14, 2020. Ross D. Franklin/AP Photo

Arizona Secretary of State Katie Hobbs announced she is running to become the Democratic nominee for governor in 2022.

Hobbs made the announcement in a video statement on June 2, casting herself as a leader who’s able to “get the job done” and “deliver transparency, accountability, and results for Arizonans.”