Arizona GOP candidate for Secretary of State chickens out on public debate — with one day’s notice

The Republican nominee running to be Secretary of State in Arizona bailed on debating his Democratic Party opponent on Monday.

"Not happening," Arizona Republic reporter Mary Jo Pitzl tweeted on Monday.

"Republican Steve Gaynor canceled w/ (sic) one day's notice," she continued.

Gaynor is facing State Sen. Katie Hobbs in the midterm elections.