On July 28, 2026, Democratic gubernatorial candidates in Wisconsin, including Mandela Barnes, Joel Brennan, David Crowley, Francesca Hong, and Kelda Roys, participated in a primary debate in Milwaukee. Voters in Wisconsin are currently casting their votes to determine who will succeed Governor Tony Evers.
Francesca Hong, a state representative and a prominent figure among the Democratic socialists, is leading the Democratic candidates. Her competitors include Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley, who has received backing from the current governor, Tony Evers.
In the Republican camp, Representative Tom Tiffany encounters no formidable rivals, ensuring his smooth journey through the primaries. The Democratic race has cast a spotlight on the ongoing tension between the party’s establishment and its progressive wing. Some within the party express concern that Hong might face obstacles in securing statewide office in the battleground state.
The polls will remain open until 9 p.m. EDT. Results will be available through updates from Decision Desk HQ.
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