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Forbes
5 days ago
- Politics
- Forbes
Adelita Grijalva Is Poised To Make History For Latinas In Congress
TUCSON, ARIZONA - JULY 15: Democratic U.S. congressional candidate Adelita Grijalva speaks to the ... More media during a primary election-night party at El Casino Ballroom on July 15, 2025 in South Tucson, Arizona. Grijalva, the Pima County supervisor, is running in a special election held for the state's 7th District seat vacated by the death of her father, longtime U.S. Rep. Raul Grijalva. (Photo by) Adelita Grijalva secured the Democratic nomination this week for Arizona's 7th Congressional District special election to fill the vacancy created by her father's death. Grijalva is the daughter of U.S. Representative Raúl Grijalva, an 11-term congressman. If successful in September, she will become the first Latina to represent Arizona in Congress and will bump Latina representation in Congress to an all-time high, according to the Center for American Women and Politics at Rutgers University. Nineteen Latinas currently serve in Congress, including 18 representatives and one senator. They hold 3.6% of congressional seats despite Latinas being about 10% of the U.S. population. The gains for Latinas at the congressional level have been notable in the past decade. In 2017, Democrat Catherine Cortez-Masto became the first Latina in the U.S. Senate. In 2018, five new Latinas were elected to Congress, including the first two Latinas to represent Texas. Over the next six years, 14 more non-incumbent Latinas were elected to the U.S. House, including the first Latinas to represent Colorado, Illinois, Oregon, and New Jersey. Combined, the 19 Latinas who entered Congress for the first time since 2019 represent nearly 60% of the 32 Latinas that have served as voting members of Congress to date. Despite these gains, Latina congressional representation has held steady since January 2023. Three new Latinas were elected to the U.S. House in 2024, but those gains were offset by the departures of three Latina incumbents due to retirement and electoral defeat. The special election in Arizona's 7th Congressional District, which will be held on September 23, is the next opportunity to bump Latina congressional representation to a new high of 20. Adelita Grijalva won Tuesday's Democratic primary to replace her father with nearly two-thirds of the vote. She is favored to win the general election in a district to which her father won re-election in November 2024 by nearly 30 points. Grijalva brings her own record of public service to this year's special election, first elected to public office in 2002 as a member of the Tucson Unified School District's Governing Board and elected in 2020 to the Pima County Board of Supervisors. If she wins in September, Grijalva will be the ninth woman and the first Latina to represent Arizona in the U.S. Congress. Dr. Anna Sampaio has documented the concentration of Latina congressional candidacies and success in a small number of states, as well as the distinct experiences, opportunities, and obstacles to Latinas running for congressional offices. Her research, focusing specifically on California and Texas, calls for expanding opportunities for Latinas to run and win outside of those states that she identifies as having 'critical or growing capacity of Latina/o/x voters.' Arizona is among those states. Almost one-third of Arizona's population is Hispanic, according to the U.S. Census. And 25% of the state's eligible voters in the 2024 election were Latino, according to an analysis by the UCLA Latino Policy and Politics Institute. Still, no Latina has yet served in Arizona's congressional delegation. This fact stands in contrast to the success of Latinas in Arizona's state legislature, where they hold 20% of all seats and are nearly 50% of all women legislators. There remain more opportunities for growth in Latina congressional representation. Only one Latina has served in the U.S. Senate. And even if Grijalva marks this milestone for Arizona, 38 more states will remain that have never sent a Latina to Congress.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
TV report turns to horror as Syrian Ministry of Defense explodes live on Air! Shocking video goes viral
A Syrian TV news show was airing live when suddenly, a massive explosion happened right behind the reporter on camera. The explosion happened at a Syrian Ministry of Defense building in Damascus, the capital of Syria, reported by Israeli military People watching the news were shocked — the video of the blast quickly went viral online. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Select a Course Category MCA CXO healthcare Cybersecurity Technology Artificial Intelligence Data Science Public Policy Project Management Leadership Digital Marketing MBA Others Degree Management Data Science Design Thinking PGDM Finance Operations Management Healthcare others Data Analytics Product Management Skills you'll gain: Programming Proficiency Data Handling & Analysis Cybersecurity Awareness & Skills Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Programming Proficiency Data Handling & Analysis Cybersecurity Awareness & Skills Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Duration: 24 Months Vellore Institute of Technology VIT Master of Computer Applications Starts on Aug 14, 2024 Get Details Skills you'll gain: Programming Proficiency Data Handling & Analysis Cybersecurity Awareness & Skills Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Duration: 24 Months Vellore Institute of Technology VIT Master of Computer Applications Starts on Aug 14, 2024 Get Details Israel carries out airstrikes on Syria Israel confirmed it launched airstrikes on Wednesday in downtown Damascus. The main targets were, a Syrian government military compound in the city, and another military site close to the Syrian presidential palace, according to the report by npr. ALSO READ: Meet Adelita Grijalva — she just won the Democratic primary to replace her father in the House Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz shared the live TV video and wrote, "The painful strikes have begun." Live Events Background: Tension with Syria & Druze conflict The attacks came after clashes in southwest Syria, where the Druze minority lives near the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights. The Syrian military teamed up with Bedouin militias to fight against the Druze, as mentioned by npr report. Israel said it struck Syrian forces on Monday and Tuesday too, to protect the Druze and keep the border area free of Syrian weapons, , as per the report by AP. ALSO READ: Harry Potter star Emma Watson loses license for 6 months — caught driving 38mph in a 30mph zone FAQs Q1. Why did Israel attack the Syrian Ministry of Defense? Israel said it was to target military threats and protect the Druze community near its border. Q2. What happened during the live TV report in Damascus? A huge explosion happened behind the reporter during a live broadcast and went viral online.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Meet Adelita Grijalva — she just won the Democratic primary to replace her father in the House
Adelita Grijalva won the Democratic primary election in Arizona's 7th congressional district. She is the daughter of Raul Grijalva, who was a Democratic Representative for 20 years. Raul Grijalva died in March due to complications from cancer treatments. Since his death, the district has had no representative. The district includes parts of Tucson and most of the southern border of Arizona with Mexico. Adelita was already well-known because of her father's long service in the district, as stated in the report by CNN. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Select a Course Category Artificial Intelligence Others Data Analytics Healthcare healthcare Management MCA CXO others Degree Finance Digital Marketing Design Thinking Public Policy Product Management Data Science PGDM Project Management MBA Cybersecurity Technology Leadership Data Science Operations Management Skills you'll gain: Duration: 7 Months S P Jain Institute of Management and Research CERT-SPJIMR Exec Cert Prog in AI for Biz India Starts on undefined Get Details Grijalva was the top pick from the start She was the front-runner when she entered the race. She beat other candidates like Daniel Hernandez and Deja Foxx, a 25-year-old activist. Adelita will now face Daniel Butierez, the winner of the Republican primary, in the general election on September 23, according to the reports. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Cardiologist Reveals: The Simple Morning Habit for a Flatter Belly After 50! Lulutox Undo ALSO READ: Harry Potter star Emma Watson loses license for 6 months — caught driving 38mph in a 30mph zone The district is mostly Democratic, so she is likely to win the general election too. She got many big endorsements, including from Arizona's two U.S. Senators, Bernie Sanders (Vermont), and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (New York), as per the CNN report. Live Events Grijalva wants to follow her father's path She said she will continue her father's work and legacy in Congress. Like her dad, she also worked in local education and government—on the Tucson school board and Pima County Board of Supervisors, as mentioned in the reports. ALSO READ: NYT Strands Answers July 16: Theme, hints and Spangram to solve the Wednesday puzzle Some people called her an 'establishment' candidate, but she disagreed. She said she earned her endorsements and has her own record of helping people. For example, she worked with Pima County's Teen Court and ran programs to help young people stay out of jail, as mentioned by CNN reports. FAQs Q1. Who is Adelita Grijalva ? Adelita Grijalva is the daughter of late Congressman Raul Grijalva and just won the Democratic primary in Arizona's 7th district. Q2. What election did Adelita Grijalva win in 2025? She won the Democratic primary to replace her father in Arizona's 7th congressional district.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Massive victory: Adelita Grijalva wins Arizona's 7th District race; set to face Republican Daniel Butierez in Sept elections
Adelita Grijalva (AP image) Adelita Grijalva has won the election in Arizona 's 7th Congressional District, defeating 25-year-old activist and social media influencer Deja Foxx. The seat became vacant after the death of longtime Congressman Raúl Grijalva earlier this year following cancer treatment. Adelita Grijalva, 54, is his daughter and has a long history in local politics. She served for two decades on the Tucson school board and has been a Pima County Supervisor since 2020. Grijalva describes herself as a progressive and has said her priorities include defending democracy, supporting immigrant rights and protecting access to Medicaid and Medicare. After her win, she said in a statement: 'This is a victory not for me, but for our community and the progressive movement my dad started in Southern Arizona more than 50 years ago.' Grijalva faced strong competition from Foxx, a 25-year-old social media influencer and activist. Foxx argued that political roles should not be inherited, targeting Grijalva for her 'legacy last name'. In response, Grijalva defended her record, saying: 'I'm not using my dad's last name. It's mine, too. I've worked in this community for a very long time – 26 years at a nonprofit, 20 years on the school board, four years and four months on the board of supervisors. I've earned my last name too,' as reported by the Guardian. Grijalva won by a large margin, leading Foxx by around 40 percentage points, as reported by AP. She secured strong leads in all seven counties in the district, including Pima County, which includes Tucson and its suburbs. She also received major endorsements from prominent progressives, including Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Senator Bernie Sanders, as well as local and state officials. Arizona's 7th District is heavily Democratic, making Grijalva a favourable candidate to win the general election on September 23. She will face Republican candidate Daniel Butierez.
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Adelita Grijalva projected to win Democratic primary for her late father's Congressional seat
The Brief The Associated Press is projecting Adelita Grijalva to win the special primary election for her father's former Congressional seat. Raúl Grijalva, who served in Congress for decades, died as a result of cancer treatment complications in March 2025. Daniel Butierez is projected by the AAP to win the Republican Party primary for the same seat. PHOENIX - The Associated Press is projecting a winner in a special Democratic Party primary for Arizona's 7th Congressional District. What we know According to the AP, Adelita Grijalva is projected to win the Democratic primary. Adelita, described by the AP as a progressive, is the daughter of the late Raúl Grijalva, and was considered to be the frontrunner. Grijalva, who announced his cancer diagnosis in April 2024, died as a result of treatment complications in March 2025. He was first elected to the House in 2002. Prior to his time in Congress, Grijalva served in various public offices for decades, including the Tucson Unified School District Governing Board and the Pima County Board of Supervisors. Following the projection, Adelita declared victory via a statement that reads, in part: "This is a victory not for me, but for our community and the progressive movement my dad started in Southern Arizona more than 50 years ago. We didn't get distracted by the noise or national headlines. We kept our heads down, did the work, and delivered a message rooted not just in fighting back against a dangerous and tyrannical administration - but in fighting for something: for our democracy, for the dignity of working people, and for the values that truly define Southern Arizona - justice, equity, and opportunity for all." Other candidates in the Democratic primary include former state lawmaker Daniel Hernandez; digital strategist and reproductive rights advocate Deja Foxx; Indigenous activist and scholar Jose Malvido Jr.; and retired health care executive Patrick Harris Sr. Hernandez has conceded the race via a statement. "I want to congratulate Adelita Grijalva on her victory tonight and encourage everyone who supported me to unite behind them in September. We must come together to protect Arizona from the extremism of the Trump administration and Republican-controlled Congress. "Most importantly, thank you to our incredible supporters, volunteers, and voters who believed in our vision for Arizona and stood with us every step of the way—especially through those hot days of door knocking. While tonight's results weren't what we hoped for, I am deeply proud of this campaign and our commitment to Arizona families and the resources they depend on. "The fight doesn't end here. As a lifelong Arizonan, I'll continue to work for the people of our state—for access to healthcare, strong public schools, and equal rights for all." Dig deeper Besides the Democratic primary, the AP has also projected Daniel Butierez to win the Republican Party primary for the same seat. This is not the first time Butierez has made a run for the seat. Per the AP, he captured more than one-third of the vote in the 2024 election against Grijalva. Big picture view Arizona's 7th Congressional District, according to a map prepared by the Arizona Independent Redistricting Commission, covers parts of the West Valley, parts of Tucson and parts of Yuma, along with the cities of Gila Bend and Nogales. The seat will not decide control of the U.S. House, but it is one of three vacancies in heavily Democratic districts that, when filled in special elections this fall, will likely chip away at Republicans' slender 220-212 majority in the chamber. Democrats enjoy a nearly 2-1 ratio registration advantage over Republicans in the 7th District. What's next A special general election is set to take place on September 23. Early voting for that election will begin on Aug. 27.
