Rep. Dan Meuser Rules Out Pennsylvania Governor Run

U.S. Representative Dan Meuser has decided not to run for governor of Pennsylvania in the 2026 election, opting instead to seek reelection to the House of Representatives. Despite receiving public support and endorsement from President Trump, who encouraged Meuser to run and promised his full backing, Meuser stated that his focus remains on serving his constituents and continuing to work with President Trump and Republican majorities to advance their legislative agenda. Pennsylvania Republicans now face a narrower field of candidates to challenge incumbent Democratic Governor Josh Shapiro, a strong fundraiser and potential 2028 presidential contender. GOP leaders, including Pennsylvania GOP Chairman Greg Rothman, praised Meuser for his ongoing commitment to the party's goals and his role in promoting the Trump-Vance agenda. Other potential Republican candidates for governor include State Treasurer Stacy Garrity and State Senator Doug Mastriano. Meuser expressed confidence that the GOP will ultimately field a strong gubernatorial candidate capable of defeating Shapiro and advancing Republican priorities in Pennsylvania.