Shapiro Wins Second Term as Pennsylvania Governor

Democrat Josh Shapiro won reelection as Pennsylvania governor, defeating Republican Stacy Garrity in a race that was not close. Shapiro’s substantial fundraising and name-recognition advantages contributed to Garrity’s difficulty gaining traction, while the candidates differed on issues including school choice and data-center development. The victory in a pivotal battleground state could strengthen Shapiro’s position as a potential 2028 Democratic presidential contender, though he has said he is focused on his gubernatorial race and the midterms. In the campaign’s final weeks, Shapiro formed a political action committee and worked to support Democratic candidates in closely contested congressional and state legislative races.