Josh Schoemann, Washington County Executive, officially runs for Wisconsin governor, challenging Evers and career politicians.

Republican Josh Schoemann, the Washington County Executive, launched his campaign for Wisconsin governor on Sunday. Focusing on public service, affordability, and local reforms, Schoemann criticized the current Democratic Governor Tony Evers and career politicians. This marks the first major entry into the competitive 2026 gubernatorial race, with Evers' re-election bid still undecided.