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Tiffany Wins 2026 GOP Governor Nomination, Faces Crowley

8/17/2026

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Rep. Tom Tiffany (R-Wis.) secured the 2026 GOP nomination for governor and will face Democrat David Crowley in November.
U.S. President Donald Trump endorsed Tiffany in January while a June poll showed his approval at 33% and disapproval at 62%.
Tiffany received a $5,000 donation from lobbyist Robert Marchant on June 3 and will end subsidies for data centers.
July polling found 76% oppose data centers, up from 55% in October.

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Rep. Tom Tiffany (R-Wis.) secured the 2026 GOP nomination for governor and will face Democrat David Crowley in November.
U.S. President Donald Trump endorsed Tiffany in January while a June poll showed his approval at 33% and disapproval at 62%.
Tiffany received a $5,000 donation from lobbyist Robert Marchant on June 3 and will end subsidies for data centers.
July polling found 76% oppose data centers, up from 55% in October.