Wisconsin Governor Race Tightens | Minneapolis News

Minneapolis News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 12, 2026 · 1m

Wisconsin’s governor race is heating up in a dramatic showdown: Democratic primary between Francesca Hong and David Crowley ended in a razor-thin margin—just hundreds of votes separating them, making it one of the closest races in state history. Hong, Wisconsin’s first Asian American legislator, champions universal healthcare and worker rights; Crowley, the youngest Black county executive, brings community organizing roots. Meanwhile, Republican U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany cruised to victory over Andy Manske, setting up a clear general election matchup against whichever Democrat emerges from the…