Wisconsin Democrat David Crowley runs for governor against Tom Tiffany
The gist
Milwaukee County executive David Crowley is the Democratic candidate for Wisconsin governor, facing Republican Tom Tiffany.
A late poll shows him ahead with likely voters but tied among all registered voters.
How it unfolded
- Aug 26, 2026A Marquette Law Poll found Crowley leading Tiffany among likely voters and tied among all registered voters; 33% viewed Crowley favorably, 29% unfavorably, and 38% hadn't heard enough about him.
- Oct 6, 2026At a press conference in Milwaukee, flanked by Democratic U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin and running mate Sarah Godlewski, Crowley said he'll support efforts to protect abortion rights in the state constitution if elected.
- Oct 13, 2026Reporting on top donors showed Crowley raised about $12 million through Sep. 23 versus about $42 million for Tiffany, though Crowley slightly out-raised Tiffany among individual donors, about $9 million to about $8 million.