2027 United States gubernatorial elections
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United States gubernatorial elections are scheduled to be held on November 2, 2027, in the states of Kentucky and Mississippi, as well as an election in Louisiana on October 9, 2027, (if no candidate receives a majority in the Louisiana primary, a runoff between the top two finishers will be held on November 13). In addition, special elections may take place (depending on state law) if other gubernatorial seats are vacated. These elections form part of the 2027 United States elections. The last regular gubernatorial elections for all three states were in 2023.
Retirements
2 incumbent governors (1 Democrat, 1 Republican) are term-limited.
Democratic
Kentucky: Andy Beshear is term-limited after 2 terms.
Republican
Mississippi: Tate Reeves is term-limited after 2 terms.
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Kentucky
Governor Andy Beshear was re-elected in 2023 with 52.5% of the vote. He is term-limited by the Kentucky Constitution and cannot seek re-election to a third consecutive term.
Louisiana
Governor Jeff Landry was elected in 2023 with 51.6% of the vote.
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