Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, a Democrat, is running for re-election in 2026. He will face Republican nominee Dave Garrity, a financial consultant and former U.S. Army officer, in the general election. The race is expected to be a key contest in a major swing state.
Shapiro, first elected in 2022, has focused his first term on issues like economic development, public education funding, and protecting abortion access. His campaign highlights a record of job creation and bipartisan budget agreements.
Garrity, who secured the Republican nomination after a competitive primary, is campaigning on a platform of fiscal restraint, energy independence, and strengthening law enforcement. He has criticized Shapiro's handling of state spending and border security concerns.
The election is scheduled for November 3, 2026. Both candidates are actively fundraising and campaigning across the state, with national political groups expected to invest heavily in the outcome.
