Wisconsin Democratic Governor Tony Evers will not pursue a third term in 2026, creating the first open race for the top executive position in the state for the first time since 2010.
The official revealed his decision Tuesday in a video statement on social media, citing family considerations as his primary motivation. His announcement came shortly after finalizing a budget compromise with Republican lawmakers, a milestone he had previously suggested would precede any decision about his political future.
The departure of Evers sets up what will likely be an intensely competitive race in Wisconsin. The political landscape in Wisconsin has remained sharply divided throughout recent electoral cycles, with presidential contests often decided by razor-thin margins and control shifting between parties.
