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GOP congressman won’t run for governor in Pennsylvania, despite Trump’s promise to support him
SUSQUEHANNA COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, JUL 08 – Rep. Dan Meuser will not run against Governor Josh Shapiro in 2026, with analysts citing Shapiro's strong fundraising and political support as factors in Meuser’s decision.
- On July 8, 2025, Rep. Dan Meuser announced he will forgo a gubernatorial run, choosing to stay in Congress to support Trump's agenda.
- Amid speculation of GOP challengers, Meuser cited Trump-aligned momentum and a pivotal national moment as reasons for staying in Congress.
- President Trump and GOP Chairman Rothman praised Meuser, with Trump saying, 'if you run, you have my full support,' highlighting strong party backing despite speculation.
- Following Meuser's decision, the GOP primary field remains wide open, with Treasurer Stacy Garrity and Doug Mastriano emerging as leading contenders.
- With his gubernatorial bid off the table, Meuser is considering a Senate run in 2028, potentially impacting Pennsylvania's party bench for future elections.
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With Republican Rep. Dan Meuser’s announcement this week that he will not run for governor against incumbent Democrat Gov. Josh Shapiro, the field is clear for Republican Treasurer Stacy Garrity to throw her hat into the ring. “Congressman Meuser is my representative, and I truly value the strong relationship we’ve built over the years,” Garrity told DVJournal. “I commend him for his principled leadership in Congress and devotion to the people o…
Meuser Backs Out: Unwillingness or Republican Insecurity? - Real News Now
Despite the endorsement of former President Donald Trump, U.S. Representative Dan Meuser of Pennsylvania has bypassed the opportunity to act as the Republican challenger against the Democratic Governor Josh Shapiro in the upcoming 2026 election. Meuser preferred to maintain his focus on his existing duties to his constituents of northeastern Pennsylvania, abandoning the chance to strengthen the gubernatorial candidacy pool of his party. His deci…
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GOP congressman Dan Meuser won’t run for Pa. governor, despite Trump’s promise to support him
U.S. Rep. Dan Meuser will not seek the Republican nomination for governor of Pennsylvania, despite having President Donald Trump’s recent promise of support if he were to run. Meuser’s decision to run again for his northeastern Pennsylvania seat rather than governor leaves the Republican Party with a shorter bench of candidates to challenge Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro in the 2026 election. “My focus needs to remain on doing my job, serving my c…
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