Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey's spokesman says he will not attend a rally at the Phoenix Convention Center with President Donald Trump.
Monday's announcement from spokesman Daniel Scarpinato came after the governor's office refused for days to say whether he would join his fellow Republican on stage.
Ducey will instead meet the president when Air Force One lands at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport Tuesday afternoon. Scarpinato said in a statement that he's focused on working with law enforcement to ensure a safe event in downtown Phoenix for all involved.
The purpose of Trump's visit to a city where he held numerous rallies during his campaign hasn't been announced. There is speculation that he may announce a pardon of former Sheriff Joe Arpaio or an endorsement of Kelli Ward in her primary campaign to unseat Sen. Jeff Flake.
