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Election 2026
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Michigan governor’s race could break barriers — and party lines
2026 races to watch: The race to replace Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is crowded on both sides in the key swing state, where control of the office has switched between Democratic and Republican over the last 40 years.
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A competitive governor’s race takes shape in Georgia
2026 races to watch: Georgia, once a Republican stronghold, has emerged as a key battleground state in the Trump era.
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With Harris out, a crowded field of Democrats vies for governor of California
2026 races to watch: Billionaire Tom Steyer and Rep. Eric Swalwell are the latest Democrats to jump into the crowded field looking to succeed term-limited Gov. Gavin Newsom.
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Kamala Harris announces she will not run for California governor
The former vice president announced Wednesday she won’t be jumping into the crowded field of Democrats vying to succeed term-limited Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom.
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In New York, Hochul’s re-election bid faces primary challenge from her handpicked lieutenant governor
2026 races to watch: Gov. Kathy Hochul, running for a second full term, is set to face a challenge in the Democratic primary from Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado. GOP Rep. Elise Stefanik, once considered a formidable opponent, drops out of the race.
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Deb Haaland looks to make history again — this time as governor of New Mexico
2026 races to watch: Haaland made history in 2018 as one of the first two Native American women elected to the House and again in 2021 as the first Native Cabinet secretary.
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Trump-endorsed Republicans set up high-stakes Arizona governor's race
2026 elections to watch: Once a reliably Republican stronghold, Arizona has emerged as a critical battleground state in the Trump era.
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In Wisconsin, Evers’ retirement opens up governor’s race
2026 elections to watch: A number of candidates, including Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez, have jumped in to the Democratic primary.
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In Minnesota, an open Senate seat draws high-profile Democrats
2026 elections to watch: The state's lieutenant governor and a member of Congress are both hoping to replace retiring Sen. Tina Smith.
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Michigan has been a pipeline for women in power. Will that continue in 2026?
2026 elections to watch: Democrats are betting on rising stars — and viral moments — to hold a swing-state Senate seat in a year when control of the chamber is on the line.