Mississippi governor 2026

Compare candidates running in this Mississippi federal race. Review their positions, voting records, campaign promises, and donor information.

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Mississippi governor

Election: Nov 3, 2027Updated: Apr 10, 2026
safe rMississippi is deep Republican territory; no Democratic candidate has won statewide office since 2004. No current rating available from Cook Political Report or similar for 2027 race, but historical data shows strong Republican lean.

Mississippi will elect a new governor in 2027 as Reeves is term-limited. The race will test whether Mississippi's Republican dominance persists in a deep-red state where Democrats have not won a statewide office in over 20 years. Multiple prominent Republicans are competing for the nomination, suggesting a crowded primary.

Candidates TBD

Candidate information will appear here as the race develops.