Former Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker Declines Another Campaign
- On July 27, 2025, Scott Walker, who previously served as Wisconsin’s 45th governor, revealed that he will not seek the governorship in the 2026 election.
- Walker’s decision follows current Governor Tony Evers’ announcement last week that he will not seek a third term.
- With no incumbent running, candidates like Democrat Lieutenant Governor Sara Rodriguez and Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley are entering the race.
- Crowley emphasized that Democrats must focus on organizing, fundraising, and door-knocking, stating, "Time is of the essence" to build on the progress made by Evers.
- Walker said he will continue leading the Young Americans Foundation and may run for office someday, while other potential candidates remain uncertain about running.
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Former Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker declines another campaign
Former Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker (R) is passing on a 2026 gubernatorial campaign after speculation that he could make a run for his old job. “I’m not going to be a candidate for governor in 2026,” Walker said in a video posted Sunday to social platform X, thanking supporters who encouraged him to run again. …


Walker not running for governor
(The Center Square) – Scott Walker is not running for governor.
Former Republican Governor Scott Walker will not enter Wisconsin's 2026 gubernatorial race
MILWAUKEE — Former Republican Governor Scott Walker will not be entering Wisconsin’s gubernatorial race in 2026. Walker made the announcement Sunday on his X account. In the video, he said this does not mean he will never run again. Thoughts on 2026 pic.twitter.com/dFbE0cNcW8— Scott Walker (@ScottWalker) July 27, 2025 Republicans in the race so far include Washington County Executive Josh Schoemann and businessman Bill Berrien. Lieutenant Gover…
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