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Milwaukee Mayoral Election

Election Date:April 7, 2026Register by:March 17, 2026
Current holder:Cavalier Johnson(Democratic)

The Milwaukee Mayoral Election on April 7, 2026, will determine the city's mayor for a four-year term beginning in April 2026. The mayor serves as the chief executive officer of Milwaukee, overseeing city operations, public safety, budget, and policy implementation.

About This Race

The Milwaukee Mayoral Election on April 7, 2026, will determine the city's mayor for a four-year term beginning in April 2026. The mayor serves as the chief executive officer of Milwaukee, overseeing city operations, public safety, budget, and policy implementation.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date
April 7, 2026
Registration Deadline
March 17, 2026
Early Voting Starts
March 25, 2026
Early Voting Ends
April 5, 2026

How to Vote

Wisconsin voters can register online, by mail, or in person at their municipal clerk's office. Registration must be completed by March 17, 2026, for the April 7 election. Voters may cast ballots in person on Election Day, during early voting from March 25 to April 5, or by requesting an absentee ballot; photo ID is required for all in-person voting.

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Incumbent
Democratic

Cavalier Johnson

Mayor of Milwaukee

Biography

Cavalier Johnson is the incumbent mayor of Milwaukee, first elected in a 2021 special election and subsequently re-elected in 2022. He is running for re-election to continue his focus on public safety, economic development, and improving city services.

Campaign Website
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Republican

Robert Donovan

Mayor of Milwaukee

Biography

Robert Donovan is a former Milwaukee County Supervisor and longtime Republican official who has served in local government for over two decades. He is running on a platform of reducing crime, lowering taxes, and increasing government accountability.

Campaign Website

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