(WFRV) — Republican candidate Josh Schoemann has announced he is ending his campaign for Wisconsin governor following President Donald Trump’s endorsement of U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany.
Schoemann, the Washington County executive, released a statement congratulating Tiffany and his supporters after the former president backed the northern Wisconsin congressman in the race.
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“I want to congratulate Tom Tiffany and his supporters on receiving President Trump’s endorsement and wish him great success in November,” Schoemann said. “If we focus on the people of Wisconsin rather than fighting with one another, we can make Wisconsin the place to be — not just the place to be from.”
Schoemann added that he was proud of the campaign his team ran and thanked his family and supporters for believing in his message.
With Schoemann’s withdrawal, Tiffany is now the sole Republican candidate in the race for governor.
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On the Democratic side, several high-profile candidates have entered the race, including Mandela Barnes, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley, Rep. Francesca Hong, Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez, and Sen. Kelda Roys.
The general election is scheduled for Nov. 3, 2026.
