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Amish Shah hammers Trump ties as Jay Feely warns of 'big government socialism' in CD1

Feely defended his policy positions and the Trump administration during the debate.

Amish Shah hammers Trump ties as Jay Feely warns of 'big government socialism' in CD1
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Amish Shah and Jay Feely clashed in a debate over healthcare, immigration, the Iran war and other issues in Arizona’s competitive 1st Congressional District race. The exchange highlighted their contrasting policy positions and their competing efforts to portray the other as beholden to party leaders.

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Jay Feely
R · AZ

Republican candidate in Arizona’s 1st Congressional District race

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Amish Shah
D · AZ

Democratic candidate in Arizona’s 1st Congressional District race

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Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

President; the candidates discuss his administration and Feely’s relationship with him

Pete Hegseth
R · Secretary of Defense

Secretary of Defense, mentioned in Shah’s criticism of the administration’s handling of military operations

Former president, referenced in discussion of monetary policy and immigration

Bernie Sanders
I · VT · SEN

Senator, cited as a comparison in Feely’s characterization of Shah

Chuck Schumer
D · NY · SEN

Senate Minority Leader, named by Feely in an attempt to associate Shah with prominent Democrats

J.D. Vance
Vice President of the United States

Vice President, cited regarding an announcement about Affordable Care Act coverage

Representative, named by Feely in an attempt to associate Shah with prominent Democrats

ALSO MENTIONED  Gavin Newsom, California governor, named by Feely in an attempt to associate Shah with prominent Democrats

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Jay Feely and Amish Shah Debate in Arizona’s Congressional District 1 Race

Jay Feely and Amish Shah debated for Arizona’s 1st Congressional District, discussing policy and their approaches to representing the district. Center outlets describe policy contrasts and sharp exchanges on issues including health care and immigration; some also note common ground on water.

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