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Kotek, Drazan set for rematch in Oregon governor's race
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Kotek, Drazan set for rematch in Oregon governor's race

The Hill · May 20, 2026, 3:38 AM · Also reported by 4 other sources

Key takeaways

  • Tina Kotek (D) is set for a rematch against Republican state Sen.
  • Kotek narrowly won her first term in the governor s mansion by less than four percentage points in a 2022 showdown against Drazan.
  • The rivals will face off again this fall for the seat that Cook Political Report rates solid Democrat, with Kotek favored to score another term.

Why this matters: political developments that affect policy direction and public trust.

Tina Kotek (D) is set for a rematch against Republican state Sen. Christine Drazan in the race for governor of the Beaver State, Decision Desk HQ projects.

Kotek narrowly won her first term in the governor s mansion by less than four percentage points in a 2022 showdown against Drazan.

The rivals will face off again this fall for the seat that Cook Political Report rates solid Democrat, with Kotek favored to score another term. Oregon has not had a GOP governor in four decades, and Kotek is backed by top Democrats in the state.

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