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Lieutenant Governor of Kansas

General: November 3, 2026 · Primary: August 4, 2026

General election

RepublicanBusinessman

Jeff Klemp is a Republican businessman running for Lieutenant Governor of Kansas. He emphasizes tax cuts and job creation, strong public safety, improved education in reading and math, and defending Kansas values.

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Democratic

KC Ohaebosim is a Democrat running for Lieutenant Governor of Kansas. He prioritizes raising the minimum wage, expanding worker protections, providing property tax relief, and expanding Medicaid and free school lunches.

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Primary

RepublicanAdvancedBusinessman

Jeff Klemp is a Republican businessman running for Lieutenant Governor of Kansas. He emphasizes tax cuts and job creation, strong public safety, improved education in reading and math, and defending Kansas values.

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DemocraticFirst-time candidateFamily physician

Jennifer Bacani McKenney is a Democratic candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Kansas in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.

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RepublicanFarmer/Rancher

Joe Newland is a Republican candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Kansas in the 2026 election.

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RepublicanFirst-time candidate

Joy Eakins is a Republican candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Kansas in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.

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RepublicanFirst-time candidate

Katy Reinecker is a Republican candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Kansas in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.

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DemocraticAdvanced

KC Ohaebosim is a Democrat running for Lieutenant Governor of Kansas. He prioritizes raising the minimum wage, expanding worker protections, providing property tax relief, and expanding Medicaid and free school lunches.

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Republican

Ken Rahjes is a Republican candidate for Kansas House of Representatives District 110 in the 2026 election. They are the incumbent.

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RepublicanFirst-time candidate

Michael Smith is a Republican candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Kansas in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.

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Republican

Michelle Dombrosky is a Republican candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Kansas in the 2026 election.

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DemocraticFirst-time candidateSocial worker

Renee Duxler is a Democratic candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Kansas in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.

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