Wisconsin has one of the most competitive races for governor

Wisconsin Public Radio | By Anya van Wagtendonk

Published October 19, 2026 at 6:27 PM EDT

Governors have been key in blocking or fulfilling the Trump agenda and 36 governors offices are up for election in 2026. Wisconsin offers a look at what's at stake.

Anya van Wagtendonk

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