Dr. Amy Acton, the Democratic candidate for Ohio governor, is pushing back forcefully against an unattributed ad circulating online in which her long-estranged mother calls her “a liar” and insinuates she has mental health issues.

JB Pritzker is sending $1 million to Georgia Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms’ gubernatorial campaign, two people familiar with the decision granted anonymity to discuss details told POLITICO. The donation is the latest effort by the billionaire governor and potential 2028 presidential candidate to boost Democrats’ chances in competitive races,

National Democrats have largely withheld major funding for Democrat David Jolly, but are seeing a late-race opportunity.

But what about the gubernatorial races across the country? Five writers share which ones they’re watching. In a year where Republicans find themselves in trouble in a surprisingly wide selection of red states,

Former Auburn football coach and United States Senator Tommy Tuberville is running for Alabama governor. His campaign emphasizes lower taxes, school choice and stricter immigration enforcement, aligned with President Donald Trump.

Shawn Oliver suspended his campaign for lieutenant governor after he was arrested on suspicion of driving drunk.

Massachusetts voters are closely divided on Gov. Maura Healey’s performance and the state’s direction, but a new poll suggests most still plan to give her another term.