Joined by her family, Hobbs did not have the press attend the event. However, on Thursday, January 5, the governor will have a public inauguration ceremony, as will other Arizona officials assuming office.
Throughout her four years as governor, Hobbs will have to work with the Arizona House of Representatives and Senate. Both chambers have slim GOP majorities.
Since Hobbs’ swearing-in today, “Governor Hobbs,” “Katie Hobbs,” and “#Arizona” have trended on Twitter in the state.
Challenges ahead for Hobbs
Along with a state legislature under a slight GOP majority, there are additional issues the Democratic governor will have to contend with.
One of them is the southern border and illegal immigration happening across it. In November, Hobbs stated she does not believe the Biden administration is doing enough on this issue.
Yet, in December, Hobbs also said she would discontinue now-former Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey’s creation of a border wall made of shipping containers.
Phoenix, Arizona’s capital city, likewise struggles with issues such as water droughts, inflation, and rising housing expenses as the population increases. It remains to be seen how Governor Hobbs will take on these challenges.
