2026 Idaho gubernatorial election
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November 3, 2026
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The 2026 Idaho gubernatorial election will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect the governor of the state of Idaho. The primary elections will take place on May 19, 2026.[1] Incumbent Republican Governor Brad Little is eligible to run for re-election to a third term in office, as Idaho does not have gubernatorial term limits.
Republican primary
[edit]Candidates
[edit]Potential
[edit]- Brad Little, incumbent governor (2019–present)
Endorsements
[edit]Brad Little (undeclared)
U.S. executive branch officials
- Donald Trump, 45th and 47th president of the United States (2017–2021, 2025–present)[2]
Democratic primary
[edit]Candidates
[edit]Declared
[edit]Independents
[edit]Candidates
[edit]Declared
[edit]- Maxine Durand, former Twin Falls Director of Transportation (2023–2025)[4]
Endorsements
[edit]Maxine Durand
Organizations
- Democratic Socialists of America Southern Idaho, Boise & Southeast Idaho branches[4]
General election
[edit]Predictions
[edit]| Source | Ranking | As of |
|---|---|---|
| The Cook Political Report[5] | Solid R | September 11, 2025 |
| Inside Elections[6] | Solid R | August 28, 2025 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[7] | Safe R | September 4, 2025 |
| Race to the WH[8] | Safe R | September 16, 2025 |
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "2026 State Primary Election Dates". NCSL. May 9, 2025. Retrieved August 5, 2025.
- ^ Guido, Laura (June 11, 2025). "Trump endorses Idaho Gov. Brad Little for 2026 election". KTVB. Retrieved June 11, 2025.
- ^ KMVT News Staff (November 12, 2025). "Boise lawyer announces Democratic run for Idaho governor". KMVT. Retrieved November 12, 2025.
- ^ a b Kay, Dereka (August 29, 2025). "A new face is running for Governor in Idaho". KMVT. Retrieved August 29, 2025.
- ^ "2026 CPR Governor Race ratings". Cook Political Report. Retrieved January 23, 2025.
- ^ "Gubernatorial Ratings". Inside Elections. Retrieved February 7, 2025.
- ^ "2026 Governor". Sabato's Crystal Ball. Retrieved May 1, 2025.
- ^ "Governor Forecast - 2026-2026". Race to the WH. Retrieved June 30, 2025.
External links
[edit]- Official campaign websites