Overview
- His campaign reported raising more than $10 million in the fourth quarter and over $23 million in 2025, setting a state record for a governor entering an election year.
- State Treasurer Stacy Garrity is the expected GOP opponent after winning the state party’s endorsement, as Republicans move to avoid a divisive primary.
- Garrity had not reported fundraising totals as of Tuesday, with campaign finance reports due Jan. 31 and the primary ballot deadline on March 10.
- An October Quinnipiac survey found 60% approval for Shapiro and a 16-point lead over Garrity, indicating a favorable position heading into 2026.
- Shapiro is deploying funds to boost Democratic contenders in battleground U.S. House races and to compete for contested state Senate seats.