Former Arizona Rep. Descheenie Enters Congressional Race
Descheenie to compete against ex-Navajo Nation President Nez in CD2
Former Arizona State Representative Eric Descheenie has announced his candidacy for U.S. Congress in Arizona's Congressional District 2 (CD2). According to the Payson Roundup, Descheenie will compete against former Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez for the seat. The district is noted as Arizona's largest congressional district by geographic area.
Descheenie previously served in the Arizona State Legislature, representing constituents at the state level before pursuing this federal office. His entry into the race adds another prominent candidate to the electoral contest in CD2. The congressional race represents an opportunity for new representation for the district's constituents.
KEY POINTS
- •Descheenie enters Arizona CD2 race
- •Will face former Navajo President Nez
- •CD2 is Arizona's largest district
The competition between Descheenie and Nez brings two experienced public servants with backgrounds in different levels of governance to the campaign. Nez brings experience as the former president of the Navajo Nation, while Descheenie offers his background as a state legislator. Both candidates have previously held elected positions representing constituencies within the district's boundaries.
Arizona's CD2 encompasses a significant portion of the state, including numerous rural communities and tribal lands. Congressional races in 2025 take place in the context of the first year of President Donald Trump's second administration, following his election in 2024. The outcome of this race will determine who represents this expansive Arizona district in the U.S. House of Representatives.