Republican Josh Schoemann launches bid for governor

Washington County executive announces candidacy for governor

Washington County executive Josh Schoemann officially launched his campaign for Wisconsin governor during an event in West Bend.Schoemann is the first republican to enter the 2026 race, but there's a lot to do for the 43-year-old candidate in the race that will likely have a highly competitive Republican primary influence by President Trump and his supporters.Schoemann says he likes what he's seeing, coming from the White House, "I give Presiden…

Josh Schoemann announces campaign for governor of Wisconsin

WEST BEND, Wis. -- Washington County Executive Josh Schoemann announced his campaign as governor of Wisconsin.

Republican Josh Schoemann launches bid for governor

Schoemann, 43, is the first major party candidate to formally join the race as Republicans seek to reclaim Wisconsin's executive branch, which has been held by Evers since 2019.

Republican Josh Schoemann announces bid for Wisconsin governor in 2026

Washington County Executive Josh Schoemann announces his candidacy for Wisconsin governor in 2026, aiming to challenge Democratic leadership.

Wisconsin governor race; Republican Josh Schoemann announces campaign

Josh Schoemann, a Republican and Washington County Executive, has announced his campaign to run for Wisconsin governor in 2026.

Washington County Executive Josh Schoemann kicks off GOP 2026 campaign for governor

Washington County Executive Josh Schoemann, a Republican, jumped into the 2026 governor's race 18 months before voters go to the polls.