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Historic Wins: Multiple States Elect Their First Black Governors in 2026 Midterms

Historic Wins: Multiple States Elect Their First Black Governors in 2026 Midterms

US midterm elections 2026: Aaron Ford to become Nevada’s first Black governor
US midterm elections 2026: Aaron Ford to become Nevada’s first Black governor

Democrat Aaron Ford has defeated Republican incumbent Joe Lombardo to become Nevada's first Black governor. His victory marks a significant win for Democrats in the key battleground state

Who is David Crowley? Wisconsin gets its first Black governor after the Democrat defeats Trump ally
Who is David Crowley? Wisconsin gets its first Black governor after the Democrat defeats Trump ally

David Crowley defeated Republican Tom Tiffany to become Wisconsin's first Black governor, marking a significant victory for Democrats in the battleground state

Republican Byron Donalds makes history as Florida's first Black governor
Republican Byron Donalds makes history as Florida's first Black governor

Democrats have not captured the governor's office in the state in more than 30 years

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