2026 Arkansas Governor Election
Compare candidates’ positions, polling, and sourced race updates.
The 2026 Arkansas gubernatorial election will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect the Governor of Arkansas. Incumbent Republican Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders is seeking re-election. This election is significant as it will determine the state's chief executive and could influence policy across key areas such as economic development, education, and healthcare. Given Arkansas's strong Republican lean, Democratic challengers are also emerging.
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Sarah Huckabee Sanders
Sarah Huckabee Sanders is the current Governor of Arkansas, having assumed office on January 10, 2023. She previously served as the White House Press Secretary under President Donald Trump from 2017 to 2019. She is seeking re-election to her second term.
Fredrick Love is a member of the Arkansas State Senate, representing District 15. He assumed office on January 9, 2023, and his current term ends on January 11, 2027. He is running as the Democratic candidate for Governor of Arkansas.
Colt Shelby is a sixth-generation Arkansan from Cecil, Arkansas, and the Libertarian Party candidate for Governor of Arkansas. He is known for his lawsuit against Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders and his focus on issues such as the proposed mega-prison project.
Race Forecast
Sarah Huckabee Sanders favored
Sarah Huckabee Sanders: 95% modeled win probability
About this research
Data compiled from public sources and analyzed using AI. Last updated 6/29/2026. Visit candidate websites for the most current information.