Wyoming's 2026 GOP primaries set governor and Senate nominees

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1. Aug 19, 2026

   Gillette veterinarian Eric Barlow wins the Wyoming GOP governor primary over Trump-endorsed Megan Degenfelder, setting up a November race against Democrat Kenneth Casner.

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2. Aug 19, 2026

   Rep. Harriet Hageman, backed by President Trump, wins Wyoming's Republican Senate primary to succeed retiring Sen. Cynthia Lummis, facing Democrat James Byrd in November.

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Barlow Wins Wyoming Governor Primary Over Trump-Backed Degenfelder

Gillette veterinarian and former Wyoming House Speaker Eric Barlow won the GOP nomination for governor, defeating President Donald Trump-endorsed Megan Degenfelder and Brent Bien and will face Democrat Kenneth Casner in November as the heavy favorite in a solidly Republican state. The race drew attention to endorsements and internal party dynamics, but Barlow’s victory solidifies his path to the governorship.

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Hageman Wins Wyoming GOP Senate Primary

Wyoming’s open U.S. Senate seat will be decided this November with Rep. Harriet Hageman winning the Republican primary, backed by President Trump, and Democratic state Rep. James Byrd securing the Democratic nomination after Sen. Cynthia Lummis announced retirement. Byrd’s victory sets up a likely GOP hold in a deep-red state as Hageman advances to the general election.