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Josh Shapiro wins a second term as Pennsylvania governor
Democrat Josh Shapiro won a second term as Pennsylvania governor, defeating Republican state Treasurer Stacy Garrity.
Pennsylvania is a major swing state, where elections are often closely contested.
His win gives Democrats four straight gubernatorial victories in the state, a streak last seen in the 1830s and 1840s.
Shapiro campaigned against President Donald Trump’s policies, arguing that tariffs and the Iran war were raising prices, and highlighted bridge projects completed ahead of schedule.
The victory raises Shapiro’s national profile as he considers a possible run for president in 2028.
He hopes Democrats can win control of the state’s governorship and legislature, a combination known as a trifecta.
If they do, he says he will prioritize a $15 minimum wage, protections for abortion and LGBTQ+ rights, and affordable housing.
Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro won a second term in Pennsylvania, defeating Republican state Treasurer Stacy Garrity, according to the Associated Press.
The AP called the race at 8:01 p.m. Tuesday, one minute after polls closed.
With 58% of the vote counted at 10:01 p.m., Shapiro had 63% and Garrity 36%; Libertarian Ken Krawchuk had about 1%.
Shapiro’s win strengthens Democrats in a state that remains highly competitive in presidential elections.
The result also raises Shapiro’s national profile ahead of a possible 2028 presidential bid.
- Who
- Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro defeated Republican state Treasurer Stacy Garrity.
- What
- Shapiro won reelection to a second term as Pennsylvania governor.
- When
- Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026. The AP called the race at 8:01 p.m.
- Where
- Pennsylvania.
- Why
- Not stated
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The Associated Press called the race one minute after polls closed.
With 58% of the vote counted, Shapiro had 63%, Garrity 36% and Krawchuk about 1%.
- Winner
- Josh Shapiro
- Office
- Pennsylvania governor
- Opponent
- Stacy Garrity, Republican state treasurer
- Vote share
- Shapiro 63%; Garrity 36%; Ken Krawchuk about 1%, with 58% counted
- Race call
- 8:01 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026
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What people are saying
sent a clear and resounding message: we are ready to keep moving forward with leaders who get stuff done and stand up for all Pennsylvanians.