Democrat David Crowley Wins Wisconsin Governorship as Democrats Capture State Legislature

The November 3, 2026 Wisconsin statewide elections have been certified, confirming Democrat David Crowley as the state's next governor.

Crowley's victory marks the first time Wisconsin will have a Black governor.

The win contributed to a broader Democratic sweep that also secured control of both chambers of the Wisconsin Legislature.

Democrats additionally flipped two of Wisconsin's eight U.S. House seats in the same election cycle.

Preliminary turnout data indicate that roughly 56% of the state's voting‑eligible population cast ballots.

Crowley defeated a Republican candidate described as having close ties to President Donald Trump.