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Politics
Breaking: Tim Walz drops bid for third term as Minnesota governor amid state’s massive fraud scandal

Gov. Tim Walz dropped out of the Minnesota governor’s race Monday, less than four months after launching his re-election campaign, as his state grapples with a massive welfare fraud scandal. Walz has faced a… Read More

January 5, 2026
Politics
MAGA pillow baron Mike Lindell files paperwork to run for Minnesota governor

(Daily Caller News Foundation) – MyPillow Founder and CEO Mike Lindell filed paperwork to run for Minnesota governor in 2026, the Minnesota Star Tribune reported on Wednesday. On Wednesday, the… Read More

December 4, 2025
Politics
Eric Swalwell enters California governor’s race with platform of resisting Trump

(The Daily Signal) – Rep. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., has announced he is running for California governor in the 2026 election, pitching himself as the candidate who will go after… Read More

November 21, 2025
Government
Nebraska governor’s executive order defunds abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood

Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen has issued an executive order defunding Planned Parenthood and other abortion providers. Executive Order No. 25-16, titled “Protecting the Life, Health, and… Read More

November 11, 2025
Politics
Elise Stefanik launches campaign to unseat ‘worst governor,’ Kathy Hochul, in 2026

(Daily Caller News Foundation) – Democratic New York Governor Kathy Hochul’s decision to embrace democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani’s campaign for mayor could come back to haunt her bid for a… Read More

November 7, 2025
Politics
Abortion debate looms over elections in New Jersey, Virginia and Pennsylvania 

While abortion is not on the ballot in any state election this week, the issue remains a crucial topic as three states could see shifts in political power.  Two pro-abortion… Read More

November 3, 2025
Politics
Virginia governor race: Pro-lifers warn state could become ‘abortion capital of the south’

The state of Virginia might “see unprecedented growth as an abortion destination” depending on the outcome of its upcoming gubernatorial election on Nov. 4, pro-life groups warn. One of the… Read More

October 24, 2025
Politics
Gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy unveils ‘radical’ education agenda for Ohio  

Vivek Ramaswamy has revealed how he would put Ohio’s education system on the path to greatness if elected governor in 2026.  Ramaswamy championed an ascendent vision of American education while… Read More

August 22, 2025
Government
Mike Kehoe leans on ‘strong faith compass,’ business experience as Missouri’s new governor

Although Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe has plenty of experience and advisers in his ear, his core convictions, shaped by his Christian faith, are unchanging – and he says it makes all… Read More

May 16, 2025
Politics
Mike Lindell teases bid to replace Tim Walz as governor

(Daily Caller News Foundation) – MyPillow Founder and CEO Mike Lindell announced Monday that he is considering running in Minnesota’s 2026 gubernatorial race. Lindell — a Minnesota resident — … Read More

April 1, 2025
Politics
Byron Donalds confirms run for FL Governor on day after DeSantis talks up his wife, Casey

(Daily Caller News Foundation) – Republican Florida Rep. Byron Donalds announced Tuesday evening on Fox News that he will be running for governor next year. With current Republican Florida Gov. Read More

February 26, 2025
Public Education
Louisiana governor strengthens CRT ban in public schools with order

Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry is ensuring that Critical Race Theory (CRT) won’t be taught in public schools, the latest in a slew of states to ban teaching the controversial doctrine. Read More

August 30, 2024
Public Education
Louisiana’s new Republican governor vetoes ed board’s attempt to lower high school graduation requirements

Just days after his inauguration, Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry issued an executive order, vetoing an attempt to circumvent high school academic standards. The order addresses the… Read More

January 15, 2024
Culture
22-governor push for mandatory birth control coverage sparks religious concerns

(The Center Square) – A 22-governor coalition organized by California Gov. Gavin Newsom is urging the federal government to pass regulations clarifying that non-prescription contraceptives will be covered under all… Read More

December 8, 2023
Public Education
What do this year’s gubernatorial candidates in Kentucky, Louisiana and Mississippi think about education?

Three states will elect governors in November. Here’s where the frontrunners stand on education. Kentucky In the Bluegrass State, Democratic incumbent Gov. Andy Beshear is running against Republican Daniel Cameron,… Read More

August 21, 2023
Government
Arizona lawmakers send Hobbs school ‘restroom accommodation’ bill

(The Center Square) – Republican lawmakers in Arizona have sent Gov. Katie Hobbs legislation that would allow parents to sue the school if their children are exposed to a… Read More

May 17, 2023
Government
Gov. Cooper recognizes School Choice Week in about-face, joins majority of North Carolinians

(Nyamekye Daniel | The Center Square ) – North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper has issued a proclamation recognizing North Carolina School Choice Week next week, according to National School Choice Week… Read More

January 21, 2022