Former Medical Device CEO Michael Minogue Joins Massachusetts GOP Governor Race

Michael Minogue, a Republican megadonor, Army veteran, and former CEO of medical device company Abiomed, has officially entered the 2026 Massachusetts gubernatorial race to challenge incumbent Gov. Maura Healey. Minogue, who graduated from West Point and served in Operation Desert Storm, emphasizes his campaign will focus on addressing high costs of living, restoring affordability, and providing more opportunity and accountability for Massachusetts families, criticizing the current one-party system. He has donated significant funds to Republican causes, including over $100,000 to President Donald Trump's reelection campaign and support for other GOP candidates nationally and in Massachusetts. Minogue joins a crowded Republican field that includes former Baker administration officials Mike Kennealy and Brian Shortsleeve, with Kennealy highlighting his experience in economic development and job creation. Minogue's campaign highlights his leadership in growing Abiomed into a highly profitable medical device firm and his philanthropic efforts, including foundations supporting veterans and community causes. His entry adds a high-profile candidate with military, business, and political donor credentials to the GOP race aiming to unseat Healey in next year’s election.