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Secretary of State

2026 Arizona Secretary of State — General Election · November 3, 2026

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Overview

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2026 Arizona Secretary of State — General Election on November 3, 2026
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Secretary of State · Democratic · Incumbent
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Election: 2026 Arizona General Election

Election date: 2026-11-03

Office: Secretary of State

Candidate: FONTES, ADRIAN (DEM)

Party: Democratic

Candidacy type: Name printed on general-election candidate list

Signatures: 7,465

Nomination paper: https://apps.arizona.vote/electioninfo/assets/69/0/NominationPapers/fontes-adrian-25037-30656.pdf

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Meet Adrian Fontes

Source-published biography

In 2022, Adrian Fontes was elected as Arizona’s 21st Secretary of State. Secretary Fontes is a proud Arizona native, an honorable veteran of the United States Marine Corps, husband, and father who has spent a lifetime fighting for justice and defending our Democracy.

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In 2022, Adrian Fontes was elected as Arizona’s 21st Secretary of State. Secretary Fontes is a proud Arizona native, an honorable veteran of the United States Marine Corps, husband, and father who has spent a lifetime fighting for justice and defending our Democracy.

Meet Adrian Fontes

Source-published biography

After growing up in Nogales, Secretary Fontes served on active duty from 1992 to 1996 and was nominated for a meritorious commission. His service to our country taught him the importance of dedication, discipline, and sacrifice to forcefully fight for the American dream.

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After growing up in Nogales, Secretary Fontes served on active duty from 1992 to 1996 and was nominated for a meritorious commission. His service to our country taught him the importance of dedication, discipline, and sacrifice to forcefully fight for the American dream.

Meet Adrian Fontes

Source-published biography

After graduating from law school, Secretary Fontes spent his career advocating for justice — first as a prosecutor with the Denver District Attorney and then at the Maricopa County Attorney’s office. He later led the International Prosecution Unit at the Arizona Attorney General’s Office. He practiced law for 15 years before running for office in 2016 when he was elected Maricopa County Recorder.

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After graduating from law school, Secretary Fontes spent his career advocating for justice — first as a prosecutor with the Denver District Attorney and then at the Maricopa County Attorney’s office. He later led the International Prosecution Unit at the Arizona Attorney General’s Office. He practiced law for 15 years before running for office in 2016 when he was elected Maricopa County Recorder.

Meet Adrian Fontes

Source-published biography

In 2022, Adrian Fontes was elected as Arizona’s 21st Secretary of State. Secretary Fontes is a proud Arizona native, an honorable veteran of the United States Marine Corps, husband, and father who has spent a lifetime fighting for justice and defending our Democracy.After growing up in Nogales, Secretary Fontes served on active duty from 1992 to 1996 and was nominated for a meritorious commission. His service to our country taught him the importance of dedication, discipline, and sacrifice to forcefully fight for the American dream.After graduating from law school, Secretary Fontes spent his career advocating for justice — first as a prosecutor with the Denver District Attorney and then at the Maricopa County Attorney’s office. He later led the International Prosecution Unit at the Arizona Attorney General’s Office. He practiced law for 15 years before running for office in 2016 when he was elected Maricopa County Recorder.As Recorder, Secretary Fontes revolutionized the election system by ensuring that every eligible Arizonan had the access they needed to vote. Adrian enhanced ballot tracking technology and increased process transparency, winning recognition and awards from election organizations across the country.

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In 2022, Adrian Fontes was elected as Arizona’s 21st Secretary of State. Secretary Fontes is a proud Arizona native, an honorable veteran of the United States Marine Corps, husband, and father who has spent a lifetime fighting for justice and defending our Democracy.After growing up in Nogales, Secretary Fontes served on active duty from 1992 to 1996 and was nominated for a meritorious commission. His service to our country taught him the importance of dedication, discipline, and sacrifice to forcefully fight for the American dream.After graduating from law school, Secretary Fontes spent his career advocating for justice — first as a prosecutor with the Denver District Attorney and then at the Maricopa County Attorney’s office. He later led the International Prosecution Unit at the Arizona Attorney General’s Office. He practiced law for 15 years before running for office in 2016 when he was elected Maricopa County Recorder.As Recorder, Secretary Fontes revolutionized the election system by ensuring that every eligible Arizonan had the access they needed to vote. Adrian enhanced ballot tracking technology and increased process transparency, winning recognition and awards from election organizations across the country.

Candidate biography

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Adrian served on active duty from 1992 to 1996, and was nominated for a meritorious commission. His service to our country taught him the importance of dedication, discipline, and sacrifice to forcefully fight for the American dream.

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Adrian served on active duty from 1992 to 1996, and was nominated for a meritorious commission. His service to our country taught him the importance of dedication, discipline, and sacrifice to forcefully fight for the American dream.

Candidate biography

Source-published biography

Adrian Fontes is a proud Arizona native, an honorable veteran of the United States Marine Corps, and the father of three daughters, who has spent a lifetime fighting for justice and defending our Democracy. Adrian served on active duty from 1992 to 1996, and was nominated for a meritorious commission. His service to our country taught him the importance of dedication, discipline, and sacrifice to forcefully fight for the American dream.

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Adrian Fontes is a proud Arizona native, an honorable veteran of the United States Marine Corps, and the father of three daughters, who has spent a lifetime fighting for justice and defending our Democracy. Adrian served on active duty from 1992 to 1996, and was nominated for a meritorious commission. His service to our country taught him the importance of dedication, discipline, and sacrifice to forcefully fight for the American dream.

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Maintain Current and Accurate Voter Rolls

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Enforced Arizona's voter-identification laws and kept the state's voter rolls up to date.

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Prepared Election Officials for AI Threats and Deepfakes

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Hosted statewide tabletop exercises to prepare election officials for artificial-intelligence threats and deepfakes.

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Established an AI and Election Security Advisory Committee

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Established the Artificial Intelligence and Election Security Advisory Committee to identify opportunities and threats involving AI in elections.

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Defend Arizona's Vote-by-Mail System

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Supports defending Arizona's vote-by-mail system.

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Protected Arizonans' Private Data in Court

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Successfully challenged federal demands for Arizonans' private data in court.

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Reduced Red Tape and Service Wait Times

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Cut administrative red tape and reduced wait times for critical Secretary of State business services.

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Ensure Free and Fair Elections

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Prioritizes free and fair elections and protection of every eligible Arizonan's vote.

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Maintain a Nonpartisan Partner for Arizona Businesses

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Prioritizes a nonpartisan Secretary of State's office that works with Arizona's business community.

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  1. Election record

    2026 Arizona general-election candidate record — Adrian Fontes

    Arizona Secretary of State

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  2. GOVERNMENT_CAMPAIGN_FINANCE_FILING

    Adrian Fontes — official financial disclosure statement

    Arizona Secretary of State

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  5. Public-record identity source

    Adrian Fontes — current Secretary of State

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