Chair Kate Brophy McGee

Chair Brophy McGee is a third-generation Arizonan, born into a ranching family and raised in southern Arizona.

[Chair Kate Brophy McGee @KateMcGeeAZ]

Today, I am honored to be sworn in as your county supervisor and vice chair of the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors. alongside our new Chair, Thomas Galvin, and the incredible members of this board.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for this momentous occasion 🧵

[Maricopa County @maricopacounty]

NEW: Chair @KateMcGeeAZ responds to latest falsehoods from Recorder @azjustinheap 1/2

[Chair Kate Brophy McGee @KateMcGeeAZ]

The security footage really speaks for itself, but here are the facts:

- Justin Heap's Chief Information Officer (CIO) took a pre-tabulation scanner … while election results were actually being tabulated … and drove off with it in what looks like a personal vehicle.
- Budget records prove this scanner was purchased and upkept with Election Department funds, under the Board’s authority.
- Along with the scanner, the CIO appeared to take from a secure area a handful of affidavit envelopes with provisional ballots.
- Recorder Heap refused to participate in the internal investigation.

Maricopa County officials and voters deserve answers from Justin Heap.

[azfamily 3TV CBS 5 @azfamily]

Newly released surveillance video shows the controversial removal of a Maricopa County ballot scanner during an election earlier this year. https://t.co/zaWlpJHwBH

#elections #ballots #tempe #maricopacounty

[barrett marson @barrettmarson]

.@DebbieLesko lays out what she saw on a video of a Maricopa County Recorder’s employee inexplicably boosting a ballot scanner and some provisional ballot envelopes. This is wild! https://t.co/K3Xkq9Q4VZ

[Chair Kate Brophy McGee @KateMcGeeAZ]

This matter is still under investigation, but Recorder Heap’s office ignored protocol and rendered a $70,000 pre-tabulation scanner completely unusable.

Listen to the full interview: https://t.co/zwUXmiFBEJ

[The Mike Broomhead Show on KTAR News @BroomheadShow]

A rift between the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors and the County Recorder. Now the Recorder's office has filed an emergency motion, we talked to Chairwoman McGee about the investigation.

More from the show on the @KTAR923 YouTube Channel.

[Maricopa County @maricopacounty]

STATEMENT: Chair @KateMcGeeAZ and Vice Chair @DebbieLesko respond to Recorder’s latest court filing.

[Chair Kate Brophy McGee @KateMcGeeAZ]

As the Board has been on this see-saw of constant backtracking from the Recorder’s Office, he implemented a new strategy: Threatening our election workers and volunteers with felonies. Don’t go after those who make our elections possible. Focus on the Board.

[azcentral @azcentral]

Opinion: If Maricopa County Recorder Justin Heap wants to arrest anyone for their work on elections, take me first. There's no way I'll let him come for them. https://t.co/WKDytjPOpY

[Debbie Lesko @DebbieLesko]

Recorder Heap finally responded to our meeting request, but he doesn't want public meetings. I want full transparency as we work out our differences regarding election duties. It's time for the Recorder to come to the table in front of Maricopa Co. voters.
https://t.co/MUtWksamOr

[Debbie Lesko @DebbieLesko]

What a shocker😀...@azjustinheap puts out a statement on Friday night saying he won't meet with me & @KateBrophyMcGee to resolve elections issues because he doesn't want the meetings livestreamed to the public. Election negotiations should be public. I have nothing to hide.

[Chair Kate Brophy McGee @KateMcGeeAZ]

Recorder @AZjustinheap is at it again.

Hiding behind his attorney.
Issuing false statements.
Posting lies.

2 days ago, Vice Chair @DebbieLesko & I asked to meet to resolve this dispute. Our only request: livestream it.

He refuses.

What are you afraid of Justin?

[Wayne Schutsky @WayneSchutsky]

The longest serving recorder in Maricopa County history is siding with the Board of Supervisors in its fight with current Recorder Justin Heap over control of the county’s elections.

https://t.co/UQQsiwNEnk

[Chair Kate Brophy McGee @KateMcGeeAZ]

@MaricopaPets just broke ground on this soon-to-be state-of-the-art facility in Glendale! With the growing West Valley population, both human and four-legged, it’s crucial a place like this is made available to accommodate the needs of the area. Please consider adopting.

[Maricopa County @maricopacounty]

This morning we broke ground on a brand new West Valley animal shelter!

This state-of-the-art campus is designed with every pup in mind with more than 600 kennels and 18 play yards.

Coming May 2028 to Glendale.

Learn more: https://t.co/F5LrPRKSfY

[The AZ - abc15 - Data Guru @Garrett_Archer]

This is big.

Former @maricopacounty Recorder Helen Purcell, for whom the Purcell rule is named, filed a brief with the state Appellate court in support of the Board of Supervisors over Justin Heap.

[Chair Kate Brophy McGee @KateMcGeeAZ]

Thank you to all the staff who make this camp possible year after year, and thank you to Councilwomen Debra Stark and Ann O'Brien for your leadership in fostering such a positive and mutually beneficial partnership with Phoenix’s sister city of Taipei.

[Chair Kate Brophy McGee @KateMcGeeAZ]

It was such a joy to celebrate the graduates of the 2026 Taipei Chinese Culture Summer Camp on Friday. The camp celebrated a special milestone, as this year marked its 30th anniversary of integrating cultural awareness and fun activities for young campers.

[Maricopa County @maricopacounty]

NEW: Chair @KateMcGeeAZ responds to Recorder @AZJustinHeap contempt of court filing: "At every turn, Recorder Heap and his attorneys have sought confrontation rather than collaboration.” Full statement below.

Get the facts: https://t.co/wjEw9eQjXd.

[Chair Kate Brophy McGee @KateMcGeeAZ]

On this solemn day, we honor the brave men and women who paid the ultimate price for our freedom.

My thoughts are with all the families who are spending today – and everyday – remembering their loved ones.

Wishing you have a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

[Maricopa County Dept of Emergency Mgmt @MaricopaReady]

Jones Fire, Wickenburg Update 05/12/2026 12:15PM
The Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management is hosting a community meeting this evening at 6:30PM at the Wickenburg Community Center, 160 N Valentine St
Arrowhead RV Park on Kerkes St remains on GO!/Evacuate status

[Chair Kate Brophy McGee @KateMcGeeAZ]

Happy Mother's Day!