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Governor
Ohio · November 3, 2026
Ohio voters will choose a governor for a 4-year term. Governor Mike DeWine is term-limited and cannot run again.
Candidates
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Mike DeWine
Incumbent
Republican
· Running for re-election
Mike DeWine (R) has served as Governor of Ohio since 2019 and won re-election in 2022. He previously served as Ohio Attorney General, U.S. Senator, and U.S. Representative, and is term-limited and cannot run again. Stated priorities include the opioid response, maternal health, and economic development.
Sources: Ballotpedia; National Governors Association.
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TBD — Open Seat
Unknown
· Challenger
With DeWine term-limited, Ohio's open governor's race is expected to be competitive. Both parties are recruiting candidates in this key swing state. No major candidates have announced as of mid-2025.