Overview
- Alexander announced on Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026, that he was suspending his campaign hours before advance polls opened because he did not see a path to catch up.
- He cited Liaison Strategies polling showing him at about 9 percent support while Olivia Chow led near 48 percent and Brad Bradford stood near 40 percent.
- Alexander apologized to supporters who planned to vote for him and urged them that their votes still matter in the race.
- His withdrawal immediately narrows the contest to Olivia Chow and Brad Bradford with fewer than three weeks until the Oct. 26 election, a change that can shift where campaign resources and voter attention go.
- Alexander said he will return to the private sector to advise companies and sit on boards, but he did not rule out a future political role.