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Nov 3, 2026 · open seat

Rhode Island - Governor

Gov. Dan McKee lost the Democratic primary to Helena Foulkes, the first elected governor to lose renomination since 2014. Our source lists two Republican candidates and does not yet name a nominee.

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Helena Foulkes
Democrat

Former CVS Pharmacy executive. Beat McKee in a rematch of their 2022 primary.

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Aaron Guckian
Republican

The 2022 Republican nominee for lieutenant governor.

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Elaine Pelino
Republican

Actress. Running for the Republican nomination.

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Ratings: Cook Political Report (Sept 10), Sabato’s Crystal Ball (Sept 3), Decision Desk HQ (Sept 12). Source →

No independent public poll of the general election has been released yet.

Sources: Wikipedia · September 2026
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