Democratic Gov. Tony Evers of Wisconsin will not seek a third term in 2026, creating the first open race for governor in the battleground state in 16 years.

Wisconsin Democratic Gov. Tony Evers' decision not to seek a third term will set off a wide open race to replace him in the closely divided battleground state.

Democratic Gov. Tony Evers announced Thursday that he will not seek a third term as governor, ending weeks of speculation about his political future and opening the door to a blistering Democratic primary for governor.