Molly Gray is running for Vermont lieutenant governor in 2026, focusing on healthcare, housing, and cost of living.

Molly Gray, former Vermont lieutenant governor and Democrat, has launched her 2026 campaign to reclaim the second-highest state office, announcing her bid in Burlington. She previously served from 2020 to 2023, stepped down to run for Congress in 2022, and lost. Since then, she has led the Vermont Afghan Alliance, advocating for refugee resettlement and critiquing federal immigration policies. Gray emphasizes addressing healthcare access, cost of living, housing, and education, pledging not to seek higher office if elected. Her campaign has support from 22 state representatives and former Gov. Howard Dean. Republican Lt. Gov. John Rodgers, elected in 2024, is seeking re-election and welcomed her entry into the race. The primary is set for August, with the general election in November.