Event hosted by Supervisor Rich Lettman draws elected officials, business leaders to Mohave College Beale Street Business Center

KINGMAN, AZ – JULY 25th, 2025 — Arizona Congressman and gubernatorial candidate Andy Biggs delivered an ambitious, wide-ranging address to local officials and business leaders at the Mohave College Beale Street Business Center on Friday. The event, organized by Mohave County Supervisor Rich Lettman, served as both a campaign stop and a forum for Biggs to present his policy platform ahead of the 2026 governor’s race.

Biggs was joined by a strong turnout of regional leaders, including Kingman Vice Mayor Cherish Sammeli, Kingman City Councilman Smiley Ward, Mohave County Treasurer Susan Mello, Lake Havasu City Councilwoman Nancy Campbell and Councilman Jim Dolan, Supervisors Sonny Borrelli and Travis Lingenfelter, Arizona State Representative Leo Biasiucci, and numerous local business owners and community members. Also in attendance was Congressman Paul Gosar D.D.S.

Streamlined Governance and Fast Starts

Biggs emphasized a “day one” mentality, promising rapid action should he be elected. He proposed pre-filing bills ahead of the legislative session and holding a morning swearing-in ceremony to allow lawmakers to begin working immediately.

“We’re not doing an afternoon celebration,” Biggs said. “We’re going to be sworn in by 8:30 a.m., and committees will be meeting by 9:30.”

He also discussed his intent to personally draft the state budget in collaboration with legislative leadership, advocating for efficiency and unity between the governor’s office and lawmakers.

Empowering States and Limiting Federal Reach

Calling it “intuitive federalism,” Biggs positioned himself as a champion of decentralizing power from the federal government to the states. He praised former President Trump’s actions in cutting federal agencies and proposed that Arizona should assert more control over education, environmental regulations, and land use.

“We need a governor who understands how to get things done—and who knows the federal system well enough to push back and win.”

AI, Innovation, and Infrastructure

Addressing the growing impact of artificial intelligence, Biggs noted both the opportunities and risks, especially regarding criminal use of AI in identity theft and fraud. He argued against federal overreach in regulating AI and pushed for state-led policy solutions.

On infrastructure, he called for more investment in modular nuclear reactors and hinted at future technological growth in Arizona, saying global tech leaders now see Phoenix as a rising hub.

Water, Federal Land, and Rural Representation

Water rights and land management dominated much of the conversation—key issues for rural Arizona. Biggs backed efforts to reclaim federally controlled lands, criticized the expansion of national monuments in Mohave County, and supported alternative water sources, including the use of brackish water reserves and desalination plants.

“If we can unlock those underground resources and modernize our water systems, this state blossoms like a rose in the desert,” he said.

He also committed to protecting Colorado River allocations for rural municipalities, calling them “essential to Arizona’s future.”

Funding Reform and Transparency

Biggs criticized current state budget practices, suggesting that the governor’s office controls too much federal money with too little legislative oversight. He pledged to support legislation granting lawmakers the authority to review and approve all incoming federal funds.

“We need transparency. Local leaders deserve to know where those dollars go.”

America First Policies and Foreign Land Ownership

Citing national security concerns, Biggs spoke strongly against foreign ownership of Arizona farmland, specifically calling out interests from China and Saudi Arabia. He expressed support for legislation that would ban such purchases, arguing they undermine Arizona’s food and water supply.

“We’re not going to let adversaries buy up our land and water. It’s about protecting Arizona—and America.”

Looking Ahead to 2026

As the event closed, Biggs fielded questions from the audience, including whether he had chosen a running mate. He confirmed interest from dozens of individuals but said he would wait until after the primary to name a lieutenant governor candidate.

He ended with a call for unity and grassroots energy:

“This campaign is a long slog, but it’s moving fast. We’re going to win this through hard work and faith in God.”

Editor’s Note: This article is part of our ongoing, nonpartisan coverage of the 2026 Arizona gubernatorial election. All candidates are offered equal opportunity for interviews and public response.