NewsWPLG Local 10 – PoliticsAugust 12, 2026Miami-Dade
David Crowley wins Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor
David Crowley secured the Democratic nomination for Wisconsin governor by defeating challenger Francesca Hong in the primary election. Crowley will now advance to the general election as the Democratic candidate.
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This result determines the Democratic candidate who will appear on the ballot for the Wisconsin gubernatorial general election.
Key Facts
- David Crowley won the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor.
- Francesca Hong was the opposing candidate in the Democratic primary.
- The election took place in Wisconsin, a battleground state.
- David Crowley is described as a moderate Democrat.
- Francesca Hong is described as a democratic socialist.
Who's Mentioned
personMandela Barnes“Former candidate who dropped out”personFrancesca Hong“Democratic socialist candidate who conceded the race”personTony Evers“Governor of Wisconsin who endorsed Crowley”personAlexandria Ocasio-Cortez“U.S. Representative who did not endorse in the race”locationWisconsin“State where the election took place”personDavid Crowley“Milwaukee County Executive and winner of the Democratic primary”personBernie Sanders“U.S. Senator who did not endorse in the race”personTom Tiffany“Republican U.S. Representative and general election opponent”organizationDemocratic Party“Political party holding the primary”personSara Rodriguez“Former candidate who dropped out”other37“Age of candidate Francesca Hong”other79“Age of voter David Zimmerman”