JoAnna Mendoza’s deleted social media posts from her 2020 state Senate campaign included comments on policing, systemic racism and LGBTQ+ issues. The Arizona Republic examines how her messaging compares with her current congressional campaign as she challenges Rep. Juan Ciscomani.
The articles agree that Joanna Mendoza removed older social media posts before her congressional campaign. They connect the posts to remarks on racism and other issues.
Right-leaning outlets emphasize the deletions and Republican criticism, with one presenting them as an effort to hide Mendoza’s beliefs. A separate article compares her earlier statements with her campaign messaging.
