MADISON, Wis. — Washington County Executive Josh Shoemann has dropped out of the race for Wisconsin governor.
The Republican candidate posted on X Wednesday that “our fight to reclaim Wisconsin will go on,” wishing success for Congressman Tom Tiffany in November.
Our fight to reclaim Wisconsin will go on. pic.twitter.com/XiPmtJYE4c
— Josh Schoemann (@JoshSchoemann) January 28, 2026
Schoemann’s announcement comes as Tiffany secured a surprise endorsement from President Trump on Tuesday.
Congressman Tiffany released the following statement:
“I appreciate Josh’s kind words and wish him the very best. We are both committed to making Wisconsin the place to be. As governor, I will ensure seniors, young families, and the next generation can afford to stay here by lowering property taxes and utility rates, cutting red tape to reduce housing costs, and delivering honest government and strong schools for every Wisconsinite.”
Fundraising data from earlier in January showed the Schoemann campaign had raised around $536,000, compared to around $2.1 million raised for Tiffany’s campaign.
There are over a half-dozen candidates running in the Democratic primary, seven of whom discussed small businesses, I.C.E. activity and more at a forum in Milwaukee last week.
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