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Jul 24, 2025 · Candidates are lining up for the 2026 election in Kansas to replace Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly, whose second term ends in 2027.

Democratic primary for Governor of Kansas Ethan Corson and Cindy Holscher are running in the Democratic primary for Governor of Kansas on August 4, 2026.

Aug 1, 2025 · To help you make sense of where each candidate stands, 27 News has compiled a list of the top candidates from the Democrat and Republican parties, along with their core platforms and …

The primary election isn't until Aug. 4, 2026, but 11 candidates have filed to run so far - from ambitious statewide officeholders to prominent lawmakers, former officials and entrepreneurs.

The 2026 Kansas gubernatorial election is scheduled to take place on November 3, 2026, to elect the next governor of Kansas. The primary elections will take place on August 4, 2026. [1]

Sep 29, 2025 · More than a dozen candidates have filed to run for governor of Kansas in 2026. The Republican primary is crowded with nine candidates, including several prominent state officials.

Jan 8, 2025 · TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNW) – Kansas Secretary of State Scott Schwab announced on Wednesday he is running for the Republican nomination for Kansas governor in 2026. The online …

Jul 1, 2025 · Independent candidates do not run in the primary and may only file to run for office by petition. Candidates for national, state, legislative and judicial offices must file their candidacy with …