Julia Gusse

Julia Romero Gusse, a U.S. Air Force veteran and former Maricopa City councilmember, is running for the Arizona House of Representatives, District 16, as a Democrat in 2026. She retired in early 2026 from her role as Legislative Policy Administrator for the Arizona Department of Veterans' Services to pursue this office. Gusse is driven by a commitment to service and accountability, aiming to secure control of the State Capitol for Democrats. Her campaign focuses on "Strong Schools, Safe Communities, and Leaders Who Put People Over Politics," with a primary emphasis on affordability, particularly addressing the high cost of housing and basic necessities.