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Associated Press projects Gov. Wes Moore as the winner of Maryland’s gubernatorial election.
Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms has won Georgia's gubernatorial election, defeating Republican Rick Jackson and Libertarian Chase Oliver, CBS News projects ... Show more
Key FactsBottoms projected to become the US’s first Black woman governor
Nov 4, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: huffpost.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: huffpost.com
- Her projected victory would make her Georgia’s first Democratic governor in 23 years.
- Republican opponent Rick Jackson, a billionaire healthcare executive, spent tens of millions of dollars more.
- In the only debate with Jackson, Bottoms said she wanted to make Georgia more affordable and protect abortion and voting rights.
- If elected, Bottoms could use her veto to block many Statehouse measures; Republicans have held a majority there for over 20 years.
Democrat Rob Sand Wins Iowa Governor Race, Defeating Trump-Backed Republican Zach Lahn
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Amy Klobuchar has won the gubernatorial election, according to the Associated Press. The Democrat is the first woman to be Minnesota’s governor ... Show more
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OpinionMidterm Elections 2026: Live Results Map | Democrats Flip South Carolina Senate Seat
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people.com Nov 04
Democrat Gina Hinojosa has defeated Republican incumbent Greg Abbott in the 2026 Texas gubernatorial election, marking a historic shift in the state’s ... Show more
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Key FactsHinojosa defeats Abbott in Texas governor’s race
Nov 4, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: texastribune.org
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: texastribune.org
- At 52, Hinojosa will become Texas’s first Latina governor, while Abbott was denied a fourth term.
- Abbott spent nearly $118 million on advertising, compared with $26 million for Hinojosa.
- Hinojosa centered her campaign on public schools and pledged to curb corporate and billionaire influence in state government.
- She said she would dismiss Mike Morath, the education commissioner appointed by Abbott, on her first day in office.
Amy Acton broke Democrats’ 20-year losing streak in gubernatorial elections in a state that Trump won three times. Here's what she said after winning.
Deb Haaland has made history after her victory in the New Mexico gubernatorial election, becoming the first Indigenous woman to serve as governor of a US state ... Show more
History in US as Americans elect first Muslim, Native American senators, other firsts too
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Al Jazeera’s Matthew Torres reports on the historic gubernatorial election win in Georgia. Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms is now the first Black woman governor ... Show more
Kentucky votes to limit when a governor can issue pardons. Here are the new rules
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South Carolina Voters Break Turnout Record For Gubernatorial Election
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Americans are voting in all 435 House races, 35 Senate contests and 36 gubernatorial elections, with the results set to shape political power in Washington and ... Show more
See how each county has voted in past Ohio gubernatorial elections; plus statewide results since 1867
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US Midterms: Why the swing state map looks different from 2024 presidential election
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Oklahoma imam calls out Mazzei ad using mosque photo to attack Munson: A local Muslim leader said he's disappointed with anti-Muslim rhetoric featured in an ad ...
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Mazzei, Munson release final campaign finances: As Gubernatorial candidates Mike Mazzei and Cyndi Munson prepare to face off next week ...
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Incumbent Fukushima Gov. Masao Uchibori, supported by the LDP and three opposition parties, won a fourth term in a landslide in Sunday's gubernatorial ... Show more
Fukushima Gov. Uchibori wins fourth term in landslide election
Fukushima Gov. Uchibori wins fourth term in landslide election
Ramaswamy’s vile ad is dividing the Republican Party. Trump is leading the wrong side.
ms.now/rachel-maddow-show/maddowblog/ramaswamy-acton-ad-ohio-vance-trump-republicans
Iowa governor candidates notched huge fundraising hauls, helping to fuel what has become Iowa's most expensive gubernatorial election in state history See ... Show more
Lahn edges out Sand in new fundraising numbers; Sand has more on hand
Lahn edges out Sand in new fundraising numbers; Sand has more on hand
Watch live: Healey, Minogue meet for final gubernatorial debate: Governor Healey, a Democrat, is seeking her second term in office. Mike Minogue is a first time ...
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Alaska Could Elect Its First Democratic Governor in Decades: Polls show Democrat Jonathan Kreiss‑Tomkins maintaining an impressive lead over his three Republican ...
newsweek.com/alaska-could-elect-its-first-democratic-governor-in-decades-12563585
Cook Political Report shifts 4 governors’ races toward Democrats: Cook Political Report is shifting four gubernatorial races in Democrats’ favor ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/6145770-cook-political-report-shifts-four-democrats/
Trump knocks Alaska voting system: ‘How stupid are we to do this?’: President Trump took to Truth Social on Thursday to encourage Alaskans to vote for the ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/6138717-trump-criticizes-alaska-ranked-choice-voting/
Florida Today Oct 06
A closer look at where Florida's gubernatorial candidates stand on issues: Republican Byron Donalds and Democrat David Jolly differ on background and on the ...
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OpinionFreep endorsement in governor race: Jocelyn Benson vs. John James: The Free Press endorsement in Michigan's gubernatorial election: Democrat Jocelyn Benson vs ...
freep.com/story/opinion/editorials/2026/10/04/free-press-endorsement-jocelyn-benson-john-james-michigan-governor-election-2026/91940091007/
Chance to become a governor at hospital trust and shape healthcare: People are being encouraged to help shape healthcare by nominating themselves to stand in the ...
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Gubernatorial candidate Mike Minogue talks gas tax suspension, Trump support, abortion issues
bostonherald.com/2026/09/28/gubernatorial-candidate-minogue-talks-gas-tax-suspension-trump-support-abortion-issues/
Genta Koja has won the Okinawa gubernatorial election, beating incumbent Gov. Denny Tamaki.japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg
Okinawa election win may give Tokyo freer hand on military build-up: A candidate backed by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's government won Okinawa's ...
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The Japan Times Sep 04
Ahead of Okinawa Prefecture's gubernatorial election on Sept. 13, a familiar question is resurfacing: What separates heckling from unlawful interference? ... Show more
What separates heckling from unlawful interference during election campaigns?
What separates heckling from unlawful interference during election campaigns?
This month’s gubernatorial election in Okinawa Prefecture looks set to be a one-on-one battle between incumbent Denny Tamaki and Genta Koja ... Show more
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The Japan Times Aug 30
The leading campaigns of Okinawa's gubernatorial election are making economic revitalization their centerpiece even as security tensions loom over the ... Show more
Okinawa gubernatorial race puts focus on economy even as security tensions loom
Okinawa gubernatorial race puts focus on economy even as security tensions loom
A look at Texas gubernatorial candidates’ education priorities: From school takeovers to college affordability, the Democrat and Republican are rolling out their ...
texastribune.org/2026/08/27/texas-governor-race-abbott-hinojosa-education/
The Japan Times Aug 27
Okinawa gubernatorial race puts focus on economy even as security tensions loom: The leading campaigns of incumbent Gov. Denny Tamai and former Naha Deputy Mayor ...
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Iowa’s Democratic gubernatorial candidate: Kamala Harris shouldn’t run in 2028: Rob Sand, the Democratic gubernatorial nominee in Iowa, said in an interview ...
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Key FactsRob Sand opposes Kamala Harris’s 2028 presidential bid
Aug 26, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thehill.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thehill.com
- In an interview released Wednesday, Iowa Democratic gubernatorial nominee Rob Sand said Harris should not run again in 2028.
- Harris has not definitively decided on another bid, but said in April that she might run in 2028.
- Sand is running against Republican Zach Lahn; a Suffolk University poll put him ahead, 48 percent to 44 percent.
- The lead was within the poll’s margin of error of 4.4 percentage points.
I just described crop rotation, and that works for politicians the same way it does for corn and beans, ladies and gentlemen. Time to rotate the crops in the Capitol building.— Rob Sand, Iowa Democratic gubernatorial candidate, at the Des Moines Register Political Soapbox
Iowa Senate, governor races tight in new polling: The Democratic and Republican candidates in the Iowa Senate and gubernatorial races are locked in tight battles ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/6051379-iowa-senate-governor-polls/
David Crowley will win Wisconsin’s gubernatorial primary, CNN projects, defeating democratic socialist Francesca Hong
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Key FactsCrowley narrowly wins Wisconsin primary amid Democratic divide
Aug 12, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: english.elpais.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: english.elpais.com
- David Crowley won the Democratic nomination for Wisconsin governor with 39.8% of the vote, ahead of Francesca Hong with 39.4%.
- The narrow result underscored the party’s split between centrist and progressive wings, according to the report; the gubernatorial election is set for November 3.
- In Minnesota, Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan won the Democratic Senate primary with 59% against Representative Angie Craig’s 40% after Senator Tina Smith announced she would step down.
- In South Carolina, Darline Graham finished first despite President Donald Trump’s backing but fell short of a majority and will enter a runoff on August 26.
How Moore’s approval rating fares ahead of gubernatorial election: poll: A new poll shows Gov. Wes Moore’s job approval rating has climbed as he heads into the ...
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With only a month left to go until the Sept. 13 Okinawa gubernatorial election, neither of the two main potential candidates has been able to secure a decisive ... Show more
With one month until Okinawa poll, both key contenders lack trump card
With one month until Okinawa poll, both key contenders lack trump card
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[Reportage] Francesca Hong, the Korean American democratic socialist winning over Wisconsinites, left and right
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The Japan Times Aug 15
With one month until Okinawa poll, both key contenders lack trump card: The election will effectively be a one-on-one battle between incumbent Gov. Denny Tamaki ...
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Why Osun’s election matters for Nigeria’s 2027 vote: The result could offer an early signal of shifting alliances and voter sentiment before the presidential ...
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Osun guber hoopla: Mavericks vote tomorrow: As Osun State prepares for its gubernatorial election, learn about the leading candidates, their campaigns ...
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David Crowley’s Chances of Beating Tom Tiffany After Wisconsin Primary Win: David Crowley, who won the Democratic gubernatorial primary over Francesca Hong ...
newsweek.com/david-crowleys-chances-of-beating-tom-tiffany-after-wisconsin-primary-win-12313137
OpinionMinnesota Democrats would be wise to take the MyPillow guy’s gubernatorial run seriously
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Amnesty International seeks adequate security during Osun election: “The Nigerian authorities must fulfil their obligation to promote, protect, respect ...
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In test of Democratic Party's future, next stop is in battleground Wisconsin: Candidates are vying to win the first open gubernatorial seat since 2010.
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Osun 2026: Why youth vote must count: Osun youth are advocating for a peaceful, credible, and inclusive Osun 2026 gubernatorial election ...
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Live results: Blackburn, Rose face off for GOP nod in Tennessee governor’s race: Voting concludes Thursday in Tennessee to select the Republican and Democratic ...
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UPDATED: Tinubu directs EFCC to lift freeze order on Osun govt’s account: President Tinubu described the timing of the freezing of the Osun State Government’s ...
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Kansas Republican voters have chosen Senate President Ty Masterson as their candidate to break the party’s losing streak in gubernatorial elections this ... Show more
Trump-endorsed Ty Masterson wins crowded Kansas Republican governor primary
Trump-endorsed Ty Masterson wins crowded Kansas Republican governor primary
Straight Arrow Jul 21
MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell is running to be the next governor of Minnesota. A little over a year ago, Lindell moved to the state from Texas ... Show more
Key FactsLindell's Voter Status Raises Minnesota Election Questions
Jul 18, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: startribune.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: startribune.com
- Mike Lindell, endorsed by Trump, holds an active voter registration in Texas, not Minnesota.
- Although residing full-time in Minnesota, Lindell has yet to register there as a voter.
- He can run for governor without Minnesota voter registration despite emphasizing election integrity.
- His situation highlights the complexities of multi-state voter registrations and election laws.
I’m not going to vote twice.— Mike Lindell told the Star Tribune in an interview that he would not vote twice and discussed his voter-registration status.
Trust members invited to vote in local hospital Governor elections: Foundation Trust members at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) are being ...
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Dan Cox says Maryland affordability crisis gives GOP new opening in 2026: Republican gubernatorial nominee Dan Cox discusses affordability, taxes ...
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Trust members invited to vote in local hospital Governor elections: Trust members invited to vote in local hospital Governor elections
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OpinionSecond term the real test: In one of the most one-sided -- and arguably least exciting -- gubernatorial elections ever, Chadchart Sittipunt secured another ...
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OpinionInsanity on display in GOP primary | READER COMMENTARY: Reader commentary: The Maryland GOP appears to be on track for a repeat of its 2022 gubernatorial ...
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Bangkok city election live vote counting: Vote counting is under way in Bangkok’s 2026 gubernatorial election, with early results putting Chadchart ...
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Bangkok governor vote highlights city's struggle to stay competitive: BANGKOK -- Thailand's capital and the backbone of the country's economy ...
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Trump Claims He Successfully Meddled in California’s Gubernatorial Election: Donald Trump said in Pennsylvania on Tuesday that Steve Hilton advanced in the ...
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#EkitiDecides2026: Observers Hail BVAS Performance, Raise Alarm Over Vote-Buying: They urged INEC to ensure strict compliance with its guidelines on result ...
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#EkitiDecides2026: Ekiti residents task ADC governorship candidate on their expectations
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Oklahoma's tribal, local leaders discuss ties ahead of gubernatorial election: Oklahoma tribal and municipal leaders are discussing the future of state-tribal ...
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Claims grow of BMA 'hidden network of influence': An alleged "Agong system" or "Agong regime" within the Bangkok Metropolitan ...
bangkokpost.com/thailand/politics/3268639/claims-grow-of-bma-hidden-network-of-influence
Nida Poll surveyed 2,000 eligible voters in Bangkok by telephone from June 2-4, asking who they world support in the Bangkok gubernatorial election and found ... Show more
Bangkok Post - Topic Bangkok governor election
Bangkok Post - Topic Bangkok governor election
Steve Hilton smashed up UK politics — now he wants to upend California’s: The onetime British Conservative Party adviser has a shot at making the top-two runoff ...
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Trump Accuses Democrats of ‘Cheating’ in California Over Slow Vote Counts: Final results in the Los Angeles mayoral and California gubernatorial races are still ...
newsweek.com/trump-accuses-democrats-of-cheating-in-california-over-slow-vote-counts-12030091
The victory of the Liberal Democratic Party-backed incumbent in Sunday’s Niigata gubernatorial election has increased the party’s hopes that it can win future ... Show more
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How California’s Fight for Governor Became a Hot Mess for Democrats: Scandals, missteps and a lack of Democratic unity have complicated the state’s gubernatorial ...
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Steyer and Hilton scrap for 2nd place in Tuesday gubernatorial primary: Democratic billionaire Tom Steyer and GOP strategist Steve Hilton are battling for second ...
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Niigata Gov. Hideyo Hanazumi won his third four-year term in Sunday's gubernatorial election in the central Japan prefecture.
👉 Hanazumi wins third term as Niigata governor
Chadchart still favourite in Bangkok governor race: Former governor Chadchart Sittipunt remained a preferred choice for voters to return to run the Bangkok ...
bangkokpost.com/thailand/politics/3262724/chadchart-still-favourite-in-bangkok-governor-race
Victor Marx and Scott Bottoms bring the dumpster fire to the Republican primary (Opinion)
denverpost.com/2026/05/28/victor-marx-scott-bottoms-republican-governor-primary-colorado/
Mike Duggan ends statewide campaign, but left strong mark in Detroit: Mike Duggan ended his gubernatorial campaign after "seeing no path forward ...
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City's reformer falling short: As Bangkok moves toward its next gubernatorial election, one question is already taking shape: after four years in office ...
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