Jackson Resident Rebecca Bextel Announces Campaign for Wyoming Governor

Checkgate’s Rebecca Bextel launches ‘insurance policy’ bid for Wyoming governor

Rebecca Bextel, the Teton County conservative activist at the center of the Checkgate controversy that dominated the 2026 legislative session, announced Wednesday she will run for governor.  Bextel, however, will not run as a Republican. Instead, she will seek the Constitution Party’s nomination at its June convention, according to her campaign website.  If Bextel receives the minor party’s nomination, her name will appear on the general electio…

Jackson resident Rebecca Bextel announces campaign for Wyoming governor

CASPER, Wyo. — Jackson resident Rebecca Bextel has announced her candidacy for governor, seeking the nomination of the Constitution Party. Bextel, a small business owner, framed her campaign as a challenge to the established political system in Wyoming. She said she intends to provide a conservative alternative for voters who believe the Republican primary often favors candidates who compromise on their principles. “My run for Governor as the Co…

CheckGate's Rebecca Bextel Running For Governor With Wyoming Constitution Party

The Jackson woman who gained notoriety for passing out campaign donation checks on the state House floor is running for the Wyoming Constitution Party nomination to be governor. Rebecca Bextel announced it Wednesday morning, the party chair confirmed.