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Democrats Control 23 Governorships, Strategize for 2026 Elections

8/5/2025

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Democrats may be out of power at the federal level, but they proudly control 23 governorships, including crucial battlegrounds. Leaders like J.B. Pritzker and Gretchen Whitmer are not just governing effectively; they are shaping the party's future and strategizing for the pivotal 2026 midterms and 2028 presidential race, standing strong against Trump’s agenda.

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Democrats may be out of power at the federal level, but they proudly control 23 governorships, including crucial battlegrounds. Leaders like J.B. Pritzker and Gretchen Whitmer are not just governing effectively; they are shaping the party's future and strategizing for the pivotal 2026 midterms and 2028 presidential race, standing strong against Trump’s agenda.