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Kelda Roys Enters 2026 Wisconsin Governor's Race

Her announcement enlarges a crowded Democratic field for an open primary next August.

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Sen. Kelda Roys, D-Madison, speaks at a press conference at the Wisconsin State Capitol. (Courtesy Kelda Roys campaign)
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Overview

  • Roys launched her campaign with a video message saying Wisconsin needs a governor who is ready to deliver.
  • She highlights jobs, public schools, and affordable health care as top priorities for her bid.
  • Roys represents Madison’s 26th District in the State Senate and previously served in the State Assembly from 2009 to 2013.
  • She previously ran for Congress in 2012 and for governor in 2018, losing the Democratic primary to Tony Evers.
  • The Democratic field already includes Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez, Ryan Strnad, and Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley, while Republicans Josh Schoemann and Bill Berrien are running in a cycle with open primaries on August 11, 2026, and a general election on November 3, 2026.