Democrats try to take majority of governors' offices for first time in two decades
Summary
Democrats entered the 2026 midterm elections seeking to win a majority of governors’ offices for the first time since 2006. Thirty-six states were electing governors, and competitive races stretched across states with different political leanings; the article cited voter concerns about the economy, inflation, health care and democracy as part of the political backdrop.Key Facts
- Republicans held 26 of the nation’s 50 governorships before the elections.
- Democratic governors represented states containing about 60% of the U.S. population.
- Thirty-six states, home to about 80% of the U.S. population, were electing governors; 19 of the offices were open.
- Democrats’ listed pickup opportunities included Alaska, Georgia, Iowa, Ohio and Nevada.
- Republicans’ potential pickup opportunities included Kansas, Wisconsin, Michigan and Oregon.
- Democrats also saw opportunities in Texas, Florida, Oklahoma and Nebraska.
- Democrats last held a majority of governorships in 2006; Republicans regained it four years later.
- The article described a competitive Texas race between Democratic state Rep. Gina Hinojosa and Republican Gov. Greg Abbott.
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