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Governor of Wyoming |
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General election |
Election details |
Filing deadline:Pending |
Primary:Pending General: November 3, 2026 |
How to vote |
Poll times: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. |
Race ratings |
Sabato's Crystal Ball: Safe Republican Inside Elections: Solid Republican |
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Wyoming is holding an election forgovernor onNovember 3, 2026.
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Candidates and election results
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General election
The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.
General election for Governor of Wyoming
Brent Bien andJoseph Kibler are running in the general election for Governor of Wyoming on November 3, 2026.
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Brent Bien (R) | ||
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Candidate profiles
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Party:Republican Party
Incumbent: No
Political Office: None
Submitted Biography: "I'm Joseph Kibler, a conservative candidate running for Governor of Wyoming in 2026—a man of faith, family, freedom, and future. I’m a devoted Christian, a husband, a homeschool dad of three, and a small business owner with over two decades of leadership experience across multiple industries, including marketing, operations, and emergency services. My roots are grounded in service, integrity, and real-world problem-solving, not career politics.My outdoor passions—hiking, camping, rockhounding near Cody, birdwatching, falconry, fishing, camping, and —keep me connected to Wyoming’s rugged beauty and the values that define our way of life. I’ve spent 20 years as a paid call firefighter and also served as a company officer for 15 years, and I’ve also served as a facilities director, project lead, and COO. Through every role, I’ve seen firsthand how bloated government systems fail the people they’re supposed to serve.I’m running for governor because I believe it’s time to Give Freedom Back—to tear down ineffective government structures and replace them with efficient, transparent, people-first solutions. From property rights to education and energy policy, I’m fighting to restore Wyoming’s legacy of liberty, protect what makes us unique, and empower our communities to thrive on their own terms.If you're looking for a leader who listens, leads with conviction, and puts Wyoming families first—I’m ready to serve."
Key Messages
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REAL Freedom Doesn't Need Permission! Government overreach is choking the spirit of Wyoming. My campaign slogan—Give Freedom Back—means tearing down bloated, outdated institutions and rebuilding a government that serves the people, not the other way around. We’re talking about cutting red tape, decentralizing control, and empowering local communities. I want to see a Wyoming where families, ranchers, and small business owners are free to live without excessive regulation, crushing taxes, or top-down mandates. This is a movement to return power where it belongs: in the hands of the people—not politicians or bureaucrats in Cheyenne.
If we want to Give Freedom Back, we must fight for the three battlegrounds where it’s being lost daily: Property Rights, Education, and Energy. These aren’t abstract issues — they impact every Wyoming family. I believe landowners should never have to ask permission to use, sell, or improve what’s rightfully theirs. I believe parents — not politicians or school boards — should lead their children’s education. And I believe Wyoming should be energy dominant, free from federal chokeholds and open to innovation. These three areas are the foundation for our families, our economy, and our future. When the government holds control of your land, your children’s curriculum, and your ability to produce energy, it holds control of your life.
Conservatism That Works is conservatism rooted in faith, freedom, family, and the future — not just rhetoric, but real solutions that give people back their God-given rights. I’m not interested in managing a broken system. I’m running to tear it down to the studs and rebuild it with common sense and constitutional values. Real conservatism means you don’t need government permission to live your life — to build on your property, educate your kids, start a business, or speak your mind. That’s not radical — that’s Wyoming. We need leadership that doesn’t just talk about freedom but lives it out, protects it fiercely, and governs with humility and backbone. I’ll fight for low taxes, small government, energy independence, and your control!
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Joseph Kibler (R)
If we want to Give Freedom Back, we must fight for the three battlegrounds where it’s being lost daily: Property Rights, Education, and Energy. These aren’t abstract issues — they impact every Wyoming family. I believe landowners should never have to ask permission to use, sell, or improve what’s rightfully theirs. I believe parents — not politicians or school boards — should lead their children’s education. And I believe Wyoming should be energy dominant, free from federal chokeholds and open to innovation. These three areas are the foundation for our families, our economy, and our future. When the government holds control of your land, your children’s curriculum, and your ability to produce energy, it holds control of your life.
Conservatism That Works is conservatism rooted in faith, freedom, family, and the future — not just rhetoric, but real solutions that give people back their God-given rights. I’m not interested in managing a broken system. I’m running to tear it down to the studs and rebuild it with common sense and constitutional values. Real conservatism means you don’t need government permission to live your life — to build on your property, educate your kids, start a business, or speak your mind. That’s not radical — that’s Wyoming. We need leadership that doesn’t just talk about freedom but lives it out, protects it fiercely, and governs with humility and backbone. I’ll fight for low taxes, small government, energy independence, and your control!

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Voting information
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General election race ratings
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Ballotpedia provides race ratings from four outlets:The Cook Political Report,Inside Elections,Sabato's Crystal Ball, andDDHQ/The Hill. Each race rating indicates if one party is perceived to have an advantage in the race and, if so, the degree of advantage:
- Safe andSolid ratings indicate that one party has a clear edge and the race is not competitive.
- Likely ratings indicate that one party has a clear edge, but an upset is possible.
- Lean ratings indicate that one party has a small edge, but the race is competitive.[1]
- Toss-up ratings indicate that neither party has an advantage.
Race ratings are informed by a number of factors, including polling, candidate quality, and election result history in the race's district or state.[2][3][4]
Race ratings: Wyoming gubernatorial election, 2026 | |||||||||
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The Cook Political Report with Amy Walter | Solid Republican | Solid Republican | Solid Republican | Solid Republican | |||||
Inside Elections with Nathan L. Gonzales | Solid Republican | Solid Republican | Solid Republican | Solid Republican | |||||
Larry J. Sabato's Crystal Ball | Safe Republican | Safe Republican | Safe Republican | Pending | |||||
Note: Ballotpedia reviews external race ratings every week throughout the election season and posts weekly updates even if the media outlets have not revised their ratings during that week. |
Past elections
The section below details election results for this office in elections dating back to 2014.
2022
- See also:Wyoming gubernatorial election, 2022
General election
General election for Governor of Wyoming
IncumbentMark Gordon defeatedTheresa Livingston andJared Baldes in the general election for Governor of Wyoming on November 8, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | ![]() | Mark Gordon (R) | 74.1 | 143,696 |
![]() | Theresa Livingston (D) ![]() | 15.8 | 30,686 | |
Jared Baldes (L) | 4.2 | 8,157 | ||
Other/Write-in votes | 5.9 | 11,461 |
Incumbents arebolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source | Total votes: 194,000 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Governor of Wyoming
Theresa Livingston defeatedRex Wilde in the Democratic primary for Governor of Wyoming on August 16, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | ![]() | Theresa Livingston ![]() | 69.1 | 4,993 |
![]() | Rex Wilde | 27.9 | 2,016 | |
Other/Write-in votes | 3.0 | 214 |
There were noincumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source | Total votes: 7,223 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Governor of Wyoming
IncumbentMark Gordon defeatedBrent Bien,Rex Rammell, andJames Quick in the Republican primary for Governor of Wyoming on August 16, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | ![]() | Mark Gordon | 61.5 | 101,140 |
Brent Bien | 29.6 | 48,572 | ||
Rex Rammell | 5.7 | 9,378 | ||
James Quick | 2.9 | 4,728 | ||
Other/Write-in votes | 0.3 | 533 |
Incumbents arebolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source | Total votes: 164,351 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Aaron Nab (R)
2018
- See also:Wyoming gubernatorial election, 2018
General election
General election for Governor of Wyoming
Mark Gordon defeatedMary Throne,Rex Rammell, andLawrence Gerard Struempf in the general election for Governor of Wyoming on November 6, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | ![]() | Mark Gordon (R) | 67.1 | 136,412 |
![]() | Mary Throne (D) ![]() | 27.5 | 55,965 | |
Rex Rammell (Constitution Party) | 3.3 | 6,751 | ||
![]() | Lawrence Gerard Struempf (L) | 1.5 | 3,010 | |
Other/Write-in votes | 0.5 | 1,100 |
There were noincumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source | Total votes: 203,238 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Governor of Wyoming
Mary Throne defeatedMichael Allen Green,Ken Casner, andRex Wilde in the Democratic primary for Governor of Wyoming on August 21, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | ![]() | Mary Throne ![]() | 72.9 | 12,948 |
![]() | Michael Allen Green | 13.5 | 2,391 | |
![]() | Ken Casner | 6.8 | 1,213 | |
![]() | Rex Wilde | 6.8 | 1,201 |
There were noincumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source | Total votes: 17,753 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Governor of Wyoming
The following candidates ran in the Republican primary for Governor of Wyoming on August 21, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | ![]() | Mark Gordon | 33.4 | 38,951 |
![]() | Foster Friess | 25.6 | 29,842 | |
Harriet Hageman | 21.5 | 25,052 | ||
![]() | Sam Galeotos | 12.5 | 14,554 | |
![]() | Taylor Haynes | 5.6 | 6,511 | |
![]() | Bill Dahlin | 1.5 | 1,763 |
There were noincumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source | Total votes: 116,673 | |||
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2014
- See also:Wyoming gubernatorial election, 2014
Republican incumbentMatt Mead won re-election on November 4, 2014.
Governor of Wyoming, 2014 | ||||
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Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
Republican | ![]() | 59.4% | 99,700 | |
Democratic | Pete Gosar | 27.3% | 45,752 | |
Independent | Don Wills | 5.9% | 9,895 | |
Nonpartisan | Write-in votes | 5.1% | 8,490 | |
Libertarian | Dee Cozzens | 2.4% | 4,040 | |
Total Votes | 167,877 | |||
Election results viaWyoming Secretary of State |
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2010 On November 2, 2010,Matt Mead won election to the office of Governor of Wyoming. He defeatedLeslie Petersen (D) andMike Wheeler (L) in the general election.
2006 On November 7, 2006,Dave Freudenthal won re-election to the office of Governor of Wyoming. He defeated Ray Hunkins (R) in the general election.
2002 On November 5, 2002,Dave Freudenthal won election to the office of Governor of Wyoming. He defeated Eli Bebout (R) and Dave Dawson (L) in the general election.
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Election analysis
This section will contain facts and figures related to this state's elections when those are available.
Gubernatorial elections in 2026
There are 36gubernatorial seats on the ballot in2026.
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Footnotes
- ↑Inside Electionsalso usesTiltratings to indicate an even smaller advantage and greater competitiveness.
- ↑Amee LaTour, "Email correspondence with Nathan Gonzalez," April 19, 2018
- ↑Amee LaTour, "Email correspondence with Kyle Kondik," April 19, 2018
- ↑Amee LaTour, "Email correspondence with Charlie Cook," April 22, 2018
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