Kansas Republican senate president announces 2026 gubernatorial bid

Kansas Republican senate president announces 2026 gubernatorial bid

Kansas Senate President Ty Masterson has entered the 2026 race for governor as the Republican primary field gets more crowded.

Kansas Senate President Ty Masterson launches Republican campaign for governor

Senate President Ty Masterson of Andover enters 2026 Republican primary for governor as Kansas decides who will replace Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly.

Kansas Senate President Ty Masterson announces run for governor

Masterson is the eighth Republican to announce a gubernatorial run for the 2026 election to succeed Democratic Governor Laura Kelly, who is term-limited.

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Though we drive through Kansas’ valley of death, we shall fear no evil. OK, let’s fear a little bit. - Finnoexpert

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Masterson rolls out campaign for governor

It's official. Senate President Ty Masterson rolled out his campaign for governor on Sunday, unveiling a new website along with holding a "special announcement" at an event in Wichita. Masterson's candidacy brings to eight the number of Republicans who have announced plans to run for governor in 2026 with at least one or two more candidates expected. "As president of the Kansas Senate, I’m proud of what we have done for the people of Kansas," Ma…