Voters in 36 states will cast ballots in gubernatorial elections as part of the 2026 midterm elections, determining which party will hold sway over key state-level policy and direction.
The New York Post is tracking the results of these races, with a list of contenders in several key states.
In Alaska, Republicans Dave Bronson, Treg Taylor, and Bernadette Wilson are competing against Democrat Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins. Arizona features an incumbent Democrat, Katie Hobbs, facing off against Republican Rep. Andy Biggs. California's race pits Republican Steve Hilton against Democrat Xavier Becerra.
In Florida, Republican Rep. Bryon Donalds is running against Democrat David Jolly. Georgia's gubernatorial contest includes Republican Rick Jackson and Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms. Iowa voters will choose between Republican Zach Lahn and Democrat Rob Sand.
The race in Kansas features Republican Ty Masterson against Democrat Cindy Holscher. Michigan's election pits Republican Rep. John James against Democrat Jocelyn Benson. In Minnesota, Republican Lisa Demuth faces off against Democrat Sen. Amy Klobuchar.
Nevada's gubernatorial election sees incumbent Republican Joe Lombardo running against Democrat Aaron Ford. New Mexico's race includes Republican Greggory Hull and Democrat Deb Haaland. New York's incumbent Democrat, Kathy Hochul, is challenged by Republican Bruce Blakeman.
Ohio's gubernatorial race includes Republican Vivek Ramaswamy and Democrat Amy Acton. In Oklahoma, Republican Mike Mazzei is competing against Democrat Cyndi Munson. Oregon's incumbent Democrat, Tina Kotek, faces Republican Christine Drazan.
Pennsylvania's election features incumbent Democrat Josh Shapiro against Republican Stacy Garrity. Texas incumbent Republican Greg Abbott is running against Democrat Gina Hinojosa. Wisconsin's gubernatorial race includes Republican Rep. Tom Tiffany and Democrat David Crowley.