Iowa governor race, 2026 2 candidates · Open seat (incumbent not running) · Nov. 3, 2026 general
Iowa · November 3, 2026 general election
Governor of Iowa
2 candidates on the general-election ballot, listed alphabetically by last name (not in ballot order). Open seat (incumbent not running); current governor: Kim Reynolds.
Record last updated:
| Candidate | Party (as listed) | Running mate | Website | Stated positions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Derek Wulf | Website: zachlahn.com | Compiled | |
| Democratic | Dave Muhlbauer | Website: robsand.com | Compiled |
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