Prosecutors decline to criminally charge Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs over allegations she took part in a pay-to-play scheme

State prosecutors in Arizona have officially declined to pursue criminal charges against Governor Katie Hobbs regarding allegations of a pay-to-play scheme. The investigation centered on claims that the governor’s office was involved in an improper arrangement with a group home company.

The allegations suggested that the company received a state-approved rate increase following financial contributions made to entities associated with the governor. With the conclusion of the review, the state has opted not to initiate criminal proceedings against Hobbs.