The 2026 Massachusetts gubernatorial election features incumbent Democratic Governor Maura Healey seeking re-election against Republican challengers Mike Kennealy, Michael Minogue, and Brian Shortsleeve, and Democratic candidate Matthew Dewar and Andrea James. Independent candidate Muhammed Kokonezis-Hanino is also in the race, while Aaron Packard (Republican) and Connor Gray (Democratic) have withdrawn. The election will determine Massachusetts' leadership on healthcare, education, and climate policy.
The 2026 Massachusetts gubernatorial election features incumbent Democratic Governor Maura Healey seeking re-election against Republican challengers Mike Kennealy, Michael Minogue, and Brian Shortsleeve, and Democratic candidate Matthew Dewar and Andrea James. Independent candidate Muhammed Kokonezis-Hanino is also in the race, while Aaron Packard (Republican) and Connor Gray (Democratic) have withdrawn. The election will determine Massachusetts' leadership on healthcare, education, and climate policy.