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State Primary Election

Election Date:June 2, 2026Register by:May 2, 2026
Current holder:Dan McKee(Democratic)

The Rhode Island State Primary Election on June 2, 2026, will determine party nominees for various state and local offices including governor, lieutenant governor, secretary of state, attorney general, general treasurer, and all 113 seats in the Rhode Island House of Representatives and 38 seats in the Rhode Island Senate. Voters will select candidates to advance to the general election in November 2026.

About This Race

The Rhode Island State Primary Election on June 2, 2026, will determine party nominees for various state and local offices including governor, lieutenant governor, secretary of state, attorney general, general treasurer, and all 113 seats in the Rhode Island House of Representatives and 38 seats in the Rhode Island Senate. Voters will select candidates to advance to the general election in November 2026.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date
June 2, 2026
Registration Deadline
May 2, 2026
Early Voting Starts
May 19, 2026
Early Voting Ends
June 1, 2026

How to Vote

To vote in the Rhode Island primary, registered voters must cast their ballot at their assigned polling place on Election Day, June 2, 2026, between 7:00 AM and 8:00 PM local time. Early voting is available from May 19 to June 1, 2026, at designated locations. Voters must present a valid photo ID such as a Rhode Island driver's license, state ID, U.S. passport, or military ID; those without ID may sign an affidavit and vote by provisional ballot. Registration must be completed by May 2, 2026, online, by mail, or in person at the local board of canvassers.

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Incumbent
Democratic

Dan McKee

Governor of Rhode Island

Biography

Dan McKee is the incumbent Governor of Rhode Island, having assumed office in March 2021 after the resignation of Gina Raimondo. He previously served as Lieutenant Governor and Mayor of Cumberland. McKee is running for re-election to continue his focus on economic development, education reform, and infrastructure improvements.

Campaign Website
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Republican

Ashley Kalus

Governor of Rhode Island

Biography

Ashley Kalus is a Republican candidate and former business executive who ran for governor in 2022. She is campaigning on a platform of tax reduction, government accountability, and strengthening public safety. Kalus aims to unseat the Democratic incumbent by appealing to voters concerned about affordability and state spending.

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