Polls Show Democrats Ahead in Governor Races in Texas, Iowa, Ohio and Alaska

Democrats lead governor races in four Republican states amid dissatisfaction with Trump and the economy, while a Republican leads in Kansas.

The Chestnut Post Staff · October 4, 2026 at 5:15 AM EDT

Democrats hold polling leads in the races for governor in Texas, Iowa, Ohio and Alaska, according to The New York Times.

The advantages in those Republican strongholds reflect deep dissatisfaction with President Trump and the economy.

Kansas presents a different picture, with a Republican leading the governor’s race.

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