Punchbowl News: “Nearly 20 lawmakers are taking active steps or exploring a bid for governor in their home states, according to interviews with over a dozen sources. Even though Republicans have unified control of Washington, the prospect of leading an entire state — and being a more direct governing partner to President Donald Trump during his second term — can be more appealing than serving in Congress.”
“That’s especially true if you’re just one of 435 members of the House.”
“There are 10 states where Republican governors are term-limited in 2026, paving the wave for open races.”
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