Who's running for Governor in Kansas (2026)
1 Governor race is on the ballot in Kansas, with 1 declared candidate tracked so far.
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Kansas has had no three-race party streak since 1974
Elections and votingNo political party has won three consecutive Kansas governor’s races since 1974, reflecting repeated changes in party control.
The Ballot Kansas DeskOct 26, 2026
Candidate profile · KS
Candidate profile: Laura Kelly in the 2026 Kansas governor race
Elections and votingDemocratic incumbent Laura Kelly is listed for the Kansas governor election on Nov. 3, 2026.
The Ballot Kansas Policy DeskOct 25, 2026
Candidate profile · KS
Candidate profile: Leah Howell in Kansas House District 82
Elections and votingRepublican incumbent Leah Howell is running in the uncontested 2026 election for Kansas House District 82.
The Ballot Kansas News DeskOct 21, 2026
News · KS
Trump and Graham campaign after Russian sanctions waiver
Foreign policyThe campaign appearance follows a Russian sanctions waiver but is not directly connected to a specific race or election.
The Ballot Kansas DeskOct 21, 2026
News · KS
Trump rally comes as Kansas Senate polling shows close race
Elections and votingTrump’s Kansas approval rating is not specified, while polls point to a close contest for a Republican-held U.S. Senate seat.
The Ballot Kansas Policy DeskOct 20, 2026
Candidate profile · KS
Lauren Bohi profile: Kansas House District 15
Elections and votingRepublican incumbent Lauren Bohi is running in the uncontested 2026 general election for Kansas House District 15.
The Ballot Kansas News DeskOct 18, 2026