Gubernatorial races are a staple of American politics, deciding the fate of statehouses and the future of governorships across the country. This year, three state races in Florida, Texas, and Pennsylvania are turning heads, capturing the nation’s attention. These trifecta of states, packed with political punch, boast some of the most sought-after governorships in the country. With control of the states on the line, these gubernatorial showdowns promise to be wild rides.
First up is Florida, a swing state that has flip-flopped between Democrat and Republican governors in the past five years. Democratic incumbent Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried is positioning herself as the most ideologically pure choice for environmentalists and education advocates, while Republican Sen. Rene Garcia is touted as the strongest candidate from the Florida Senator class for many, possibly including Governor Scott.
After his re-election in Florida in 2020 (he won against a handful of opponents including the outgoing Speaker of the House Joe Moody.), many, mostly out-of-state officials, hailed his victory in the U.S. Congress as more significant than their own national political parties had predicted