Arizona State Rep. Austin Smith Withdraws from Race Amid Forgery Allegations

Austin Smith, a Republican representative and Turning Point Action official, has resigned following accusations of forging voter signatures for his reelection campaign.

Austin Smith, involved in previous election fraud claims, faces allegations of forging signatures on his nominating petitions.
Smith announced his resignation from both his reelection campaign and his role at Turning Point Action.
The controversy has sparked calls for his resignation from office by fellow Republicans and an investigation into the signatures.
Smith defends the allegations as a politically motivated attack but chose to withdraw to avoid potential legal and financial burdens.
The case has been referred to the Arizona Attorney General for further investigation.