Robert Axson

Special congressional election for Utah’s 2nd Congressional District

Utah Democrats see an opportunity with state Republican infighting

Saige Miller

Some Republicans are casting doubt on their convention nominee Celeste Maloy. Meanwhile, Democrats say they’re working ahead.

Utah Republican Party Chair Rob Axson poses with 2nd Congressional District nominee Celeste Maloy at the 2023 CD2 nominating convention in Delta, Utah, June 24, 2023.

Politics & Government

The GOP drama over CD2 nominee Celeste Maloy’s party registration, explained

Sean Higgins

Maloy was victorious at the June 24 GOP special nominating convention but has faced questions about her candidacy.

Celeste Maloy (center) stands with supporters at the 2023 special nominating convention at Delta High School in Delta, Utah, June 24, 2023. Maloy has served as Rep. Chris Stewart’s chief legal counsel and was endorsed by the outgoing congressman.

Politics & Government

Celeste Maloy is the Utah GOP’s convention nominee for the special CD2 primary

Saige Miller

“I’m your girl,” Maloy quipped after delegates in Utah’s 2nd Congressional District cast their special convention votes at Delta High School.

Utah's 2nd District Republican incumbent U.S. Rep. Chris Stewart speaks during a Utah Republican election night party Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2020, in Sandy, Utah.

Politics & Government

Here are Utah’s new 2023 election dates that clerks are scrambling to make happen

Saige Miller

Gov. Spencer Cox is calling for the Legislature to approve moving municipal election dates to accommodate a special election to replace Utah U.S. Rep. Chris Stewart.

Utah Rep. Chris Stewart talks to supporters during a Utah Republican election night party on Tuesday, June 28, 2022, in South Jordan, Utah.

Politics & Government

Replace Rep. Stewart this year? Utah will need a special session to change a law

Saige Miller

The Utah Legislature changed the special election policy in 2020 after former Utah Republican Rep. Jason Chaffetz resigned from the U.S. House. Now, it’s considering changing it again.

Around 100 people protested Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' speech at the state GOP convention, held at Utah Valley University in Orem, April 22, 2023.

Politics & Government

Seeing struggles with young voters, new Utah GOP leadership looks to recruit Gen Z

Sean Higgins

Young voters broke heavily for Democrats in 2022, even in deep-red Utah.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis gives the keynote address at the Utah GOP Convention at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah, April 22, 2023.

Politics & Government

DeSantis draws excitement — and protestors — at Utah GOP convention

Sean Higgins

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis reiterated his messaging of toppling the “woke agenda” on the left to energize Utah’s conservative delegation during his keynote address on April 22, 2023.