Democrats aim to sweep most US governor elections after wins in key states
Summary
The article reports that Democrats won several governors’ races in traditionally Republican states, putting them in position to hold a majority of governorships. It says the victories could reshape state politics ahead of the 2028 presidential election and give Democratic governors greater influence over policy and elections.Key Facts
- Gina Hinojosa defeated incumbent Greg Abbott in Texas, according to the article; it says she would be the state’s first Latina governor and its first Democratic governor in 30 years.
- Keisha Lance Bottoms won Georgia’s governorship, defeating Rick Jackson, the article says.
- Amy Acton defeated Vivek Ramaswamy in Ohio, becoming the state’s first woman governor and its first Democratic governor elected since 2006, according to the article.
- Rob Sand defeated Zach Lahn in Iowa, where Republicans have dominated state politics in recent years, the article reports.
- David Crowley defeated Tom Tiffany in Wisconsin, becoming the state’s first Black governor, according to the article.
- The article also reports Democratic wins in Pennsylvania, New York, New Mexico and California, and a Republican win by Byron Donalds in Florida.
- Thirty-six states held gubernatorial elections, including swing states such as Michigan and Wisconsin, the article says.
- The article says governors can influence policy through executive actions and lawsuits, and in some states appoint election officials or sign voting-rights legislation.
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