Nov 3, 2026 · open seat
Kansas - Governor
Gov. Laura Kelly is term-limited. Forecasters expect Republicans to flip the seat, but the two public polls disagree on how close it is.
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Cindy Holscher
Democrat
State senator. Won the August 4 primary with 48.6% over Kelly-endorsed Sen. Ethan Corson. Running mate: state Rep. Kelechi Ohaebosim.
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Ty Masterson
Republican
President of the Kansas Senate since 2021. Won the August 4 primary with 43.2% after Trump endorsed him. Running mate: Jeff Klemp.
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Who's ahead?
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All three expect the seat to flip to Republicans. Ratings: Cook Political Report (Sept 10), Sabato’s Crystal Ball (Sept 3), Decision Desk HQ (Sept 12). Source →
Masterson
51
Holscher
44
Six percent undecided. An August Global Strategy Group poll (600 likely voters, ±4) had Holscher up 47–46.
Where they stand
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Sources: Wikipedia, Emerson College Polling, KWCH · September 2026
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