After multiple news outlets called Arizona’s Democratic primary for Hillary Clinton, Bernie Sanders’ campaign manager suggested there may have been a problem with the numbers.
“Based on CNN’s calculation and what we know about how many people early voted that would mean only a 100,000 came out and live-voted — Democrats in Arizona. I think that that’s just wrong. So I think this race is going to close up substantially between now and the morning,” Jeff Weaver told CNN after his boss spoke to a crowd in San Diego, Calif.
Asked if he was predicting a victory in Arizona, Weaver demurred.
“No, I’m not predicting victory, but I’m not predicting defeat either. I mean we have to wait and see until the votes are counted. There’s obviously something wrong with the numbers, and I think once we see where they come down there may end up being a split of delegates in Arizona.” Weaver replied. “I do think in other places tonight, we’re hearing some very good news.”
The Clinton campaign later responded to Weaver’s comments.
“Denial is a river in Egypt….,” tweeted Clinton campaign press secretary Brian Fallon.
With 63 percent of precincts reporting in at 2:20 a.m. ET, Clinton held a 59 percent to 38 percent lead over Sanders in Arizona.
Denial is a river in Egypt…. https://t.co/Y8yBtBZnXo
— Brian Fallon (@brianefallon) March 23, 2016
