US EditionRepublican Josh Schoemann launches bid for governor
- On May 4, 2025, Washington County Executive Josh Schoemann announced his bid for governor of Wisconsin at an event held in West Bend.
- Schoemann, a 43-year-old Republican and Army National Guard veteran, entered the 2026 race early amid uncertainty about incumbent Governor Tony Evers's re-election plans.
- Schoemann emphasized lowering taxes, reducing government size, and criticized Evers's administration for its partial veto on K-12 funding and work-from-home policies for state employees.
- Schoemann stated that Wisconsin would benefit from electing a new governor and cautioned that candidates will need to secure tens of millions of dollars in funding to run a competitive campaign.
- The 2026 gubernatorial election is expected to be competitive with a potentially large Republican primary influenced by Trump supporters and an undecided Evers eyeing a possible third term.
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Race for Eau Claire’s next Governor is heating up
(WLAX/WEUX) – Washington County executive Josh Schoemann made a stop at Chick-a-Dee’s family restaurant recently, saying his campaign is focused on getting government power as close to people as possible by talking with people directly. He said he heard a variety of concerns from Eau Claire residents, including access to healthcare.
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