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John Loughlin

Republican

John Loughlin is a Republican candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Rhode Island in the 2026 general election.

From the candidate’s published profile

Background

Loughlin earned his B.S. in Sociology from the State University of New York in 1992. He then attended the United States Army Command/General Staff College in 1998. His professional experience includes working as a Commercial Helicopter Pilot for the Federal Aviation Administration, Manager of Business Development for Media Services for Context Media and in the Rhode Island National Guard. In 1990, he was a Public Affairs Officer for National Aeronautics and Space Administration. He also served in the United States Army Reserve as a Lieutenant Colonel from 1978 to 2004.[1]

Bachelor's:
State University of New York, 1992

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On the 2026 ballot

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Compiled from the candidate’s published profile as of September 30, 2026.

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John Loughlin — Lieutenant Governor of Rhode Island candidate, 2026 | True Vote