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GOP congressman won’t run for governor in Pennsylvania, despite Trump’s promise to support him

SUSQUEHANNA COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, JUL 08 – Rep. Dan Meuser will not run against Governor Josh Shapiro in 2026, with analysts citing Shapiro's strong fundraising and political support as factors in Meuser’s decision.

  • On July 8, 2025, U.S. Rep. Dan Meuser announced he would not pursue the Republican candidacy for Pennsylvania governor in the 2026 race.
  • Meuser's decision followed calls to run and an endorsement from President Trump at a May rally in Pittsburgh, where Trump promised, "If you run, you have my full support."
  • Meuser said his focus remains on serving his Ninth Congressional District, including Lebanon County, and advancing key Republican policies under Trump’s leadership.
  • He stated, "The U.S. is on the move," highlighting his role in passing tax cuts, border security, energy initiatives, military funding, and fiscal accountability.
  • Meuser’s decision not to run reduces the number of Republican candidates vying for governor, but the party remains committed to fielding a strong opponent against incumbent Democratic Governor Josh Shapiro in the 2026 race.
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Morning Times broke the news in Sayre, United States on Tuesday, July 8, 2025.
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